by Tyler Anzmann | Sep 25, 2019 | Fitness
Strength and conditioning programs are thoughtfully designed in order to elicit a desired adaptation that the coach believes will help the athlete perform better on the field. However, throwing programs are not always given the same careful consideration. Many...
by Tyler Anzmann | Sep 20, 2019 | Fitness
If you ask almost any male athlete what their goals are when they begin training, inevitably one of their goals will be, “To get jacked!” This isn’t a bad thing. Gaining muscle mass requires a commitment to training and recovering hard and is often a great starting...
by Tyler Anzmann | Sep 9, 2019 | Fitness
Whether or not pitchers should Bench Press has been a debate inside and outside of the baseball community for a long time. But, without an in-depth look at the evidence, we’re left with extreme opinions on both sides. As with most topics, this one likely...
by Tyler Anzmann | Sep 5, 2019 | Fitness
Pushing off of the mound obviously happens during the pitching delivery, but it is largely subconscious. Consciously cuing this pattern may lead to suboptimal timing and sequencing ultimately resulting in lower velocity. For practical purposes, making sure that...
by Tyler Anzmann | Aug 15, 2019 | Fitness
Due to the role hip/shoulder separation plays in throwing velocity, it is one of the most talked about components of pitching mechanics. Movement Sequencing and Throwing Velocity Throwing velocity is created through a series of precisely sequenced movements that allow...