Posts Tagged ‘pitchers’
Pitching Balance Beam Use
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 …
Handbreak Drill
It is crucial that pitchers break their hands on time – especially younger pitchers. A proper hand-break involves quickness but also means being early. Starting your hands before your leg goes below waist high/parallel will allow your arm to get to the “L” position on time. This helps pitchers with accuracy and achieving a …