Everyone wants to play Division-1 baseball and they thus tend to steer their recruiting efforts to this goal. But there are LOTS of levels of college baseball, and most players will not go D-I. So, what is JUCO baseball (also known by its formal names of Junior College baseball and NJCAA baseball) and why should […]
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What is a balk in baseball? According to the rulebook it’s an illegal act by the pitcher with a runner or runners on base, entitling all runners to advance one base. But it’s more complex than this, and there are 13 ways to balk in baseball, with only a few of those being most common – stopping
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It’s not uncommon for softball players to have pain while throwing. Typically, this is due to a few factors–poor throwing mechanics, a weak shoulder, a poor throwing progression, or more. Learn how you can potentially ward off pain while throwing a softball in this article. This article on throwing pain in fastpitch softball players is
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Arm strength and arm care exercises are CRITICAL for keeping a baseball player healthy over a long career. Especially for pitchers, developing an arm strength routine is a must. How do you strengthening your arm as a pitcher and reduce the chance of injury? By performing a balanced routine of shoulder and rotator cuff exercises
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Need great baseball workouts and exercise ideas for yourself or your team? In this article, you’ll learn how to create your own baseball strength training program as well as get a free one to use today.
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Where should a coach position his infield for the best possible defense given the situation? What are the basic baseball infield positions that should be taught in youth baseball? How should players shift given a hitter’s handedness? In this guide to baseball infield defenses, we’ll cover both simple and advanced shifts and strategies: Standard infield
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I’ve recently discovered that Craisins are delicious, but are craisins healthy? They have a lot of sugar, so they may not be a good option for snacking, as they’ll pack a lot of carbs and calories in a dense, easy-to-overeat package. Having never been a fan previously, I now am the proud owner of a
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Workouts for softball players can make a huge difference in performance…if done right. The four exercises shown below are a great foundation for any girl’s lower body strength and conditioning, and will pay huge dividends if they’re integrated into a consistent training routine. Fastpitch players need workouts that stress core, lower and upper body strength.
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Dear Baseball Gods will be on pause for a few months – Dan explains why in this episode and what to expect. And, he goes into depth on the odds of making it to the Majors and why it’s not as big a longshot as the statistics indicate. Sign up for Dan’s email list to
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In this episode, Dan discusses reasons on whether throwing a football is beneficial for pitchers. Dan also gives helpful suggestions on equipment to use when working out at home. Links: Home workout video mentioned in the episode; Try Early Work Strength Program for free here. To submit a question for the Q&A segment, email a
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