ABDOMINAL TRAINING (aka core training)! We know that the trunk plays an important role in softball. More specifically, the trunk and the muscles of the abdominal region are responsible for (1) generating rotational power and (2) stabilizing the trunk which necessary to transfer a maximum amount of power from the lower body muscles to the … Read more
I have worked with and observed a lot of softball players over the years. I have come two main conclusions about most players: 1) They love the game and want to get better 2) They have serious deficiencies in their conditioning which hurts their game big time. A lot players will try to workout and … Read more
Looking to get fitter and improve your softball game? One word of advice to start with: picking a random training program off any fitness magazine or website is a big mistake because most of these programs are as far as you can be from being softball-specific. Most of these programs are either geared at bodybuilders who wants … Read more
Are you going to be trying out for a team in the new few weeks? If so, make sure you read this. I just recently conducted several interviews with top travel ball coaches about tryouts and selection camps. One of things that they all mentioned is that they look for players that are “athletic”. Why? … Read more