Strength And Conditioning Training

Once a taboo in baseball, strength training is now is recognized as an essential part of the year-round training program for the sport. First, a foundation of general strength must be built, in order to improve the overall strength and function of muscles and connective tissues (tendons, ligaments, fascia, etc.) throughout basic movement patterns. Second, rotational exercises in the weight room must be carefully balanced with anti-rotation exercises, since the deceleration phase of a pitch or swing must be equally trained as the acceleration phase. So there is both a force production AND force absorption component to developing rotational power, and each is equally important for ensuring performance, safely, and longevity.

Our main objective is to improve the following:

1. Throwing Velocity

2. Bat Speed

3. Acceleration (speed) and First Step Acceleration

4. Change of Direction

5. Increased Durability

6. Reduce Injuries