Pitching Drills and Mechanics
The balance beam is the best training aid for my own personal practice and lessons for a variety of reasons. First of all, the beam trains pitchers to use the balls of their feet throughout the delivery. This trains optimal balance and strengthens the leg muscles at the same time. Secondly, the beam gives you …
Building a 2×4 balance beam is fairly simple. First you will need a 2X6 and a 2X4 which you can pick up from any lumber yard, like Lowe’s or Home Depot. Try to find some straight boards so the board doesn’t move during drills. They normally come in 8 foot lengths, which will be sufficient …
The number one culprit of lost velocity and control in young pitchers is “rushing” . This occurs when the pitcher moves to quickly toward home plate, before his arm is ready to throw. I believe the single biggest factor for increasing the velocity and command of a young pitcher is having them learn to keep …
Toss and Balance – 20x Daily
Out of both the windup and stretch get to a balance point and hold for a count of 3 seconds. Focus on chin over your belt with leg raised at waist level – splitting your body in half. Lead side glove should be closed with elbow directed at the target. …