Diamond Revolution Training

Individualized Performance Training Programs for Baseball and Softball Athletes

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Here are some considerations for training shoulder stability in throwing athletes, as well as some alternatives to the typical I/T/Y and plank holds.

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Not only will this help to learn efficiency in creating the fastest path for running two bases (120-180ft.) that are not in a straight line, but also minimize your chances of falling face first coming around the bag.

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An excellent speed training tool for baseball and softball athletes with great carryover to better base running are Curved Sprints. You can do them on a track or utilize the painted circles on a lacrosse/soccer field. A few notes to get the most out of them: 👇

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-Keep them short. Usually about 10 yards both before and after the peak of the turn

-Focus on hugging the turn by creating good lean and arm drive

-Think of using the turn to sling shot you into the straight away
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[Eric Dagati @EricDagati]

We are so focused in our training about how much force we can PRODUCE - How much can you lift, how fast you can run, how high you can jump, etc.

however...

We also need to train to be able to ABSORB force.

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This can be done as an isolated drill like in the video or integrated into some visualization or mobility work.

I also encourage the kids to do the breathing at night before bed & many of them have commented how it has improved their sleep as well!

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End of the session breathing drill with our StrongArm athletes. Goal is to have players learn how to leverage their breath to settle their nervous systems and quiet their mind for better focus and performance in pressure situations. 👇

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It is also helpful to jump start their recovery, as Dr. Andy Galpin describes that your recovery starts as soon as you finish your last set. Doing 2-5 minutes at the end of workouts has been shown to be very beneficial. 👇

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The great awareness gained was when the players were able to connect higher numbers with better use of the ground and connecting the energy from the feet up through the hips and core and out into the hands.

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Added some competition and feedback to our StrongArm workout by doing Rotational Iso Holds where we gauged output using a cable handle attached to a rack and a hanging fish scale (You can get one on Amazon for under $10)👇

[Eric Dagati @EricDagati]

Correlation does not equal causation.

And any correlation of limited shoulder internal rotation and arm injuries doesn't mean everyone should be screaming about GIRD and doing sleeper stretches.

Great work Dr. Bullock! @DrGSBullock

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Here are a few drills using bands or a @tidaltank to create perturbation during specific break down points of the delivery.

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Feedback from pitchers we have worked with is that it is helpful when the work we do in the gym can help create better body awareness and control as they go through their delivery. 👇

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When designing training programs for athletes, there is no one way to do things.

Not only does each sport, level of play, position and athlete have unique needs, but athletes also require a long and wide-ranging list of attributes needed to meet the demands of their competition

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Prior to introducing rotational drills, we will often start by using anti-rotation as a means to create a foundation of rotary stability. 👇

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For throwing athletes, it's important when training the shoulder complex to consider the rapid acceleration & deceleration required in the rotation of the upper arm in throwing.
Here is a great drill utilizing some light Indian Clubs that we like to incorporate with our throwers.

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My first choices for rotational work are often medicine balls and cables, but using the barbell with a landmine attachment is also a great alternative.

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3. These guys fill stadiums and get paid millions because they are freaks. Chances are that you are not.

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Just because these guys are some of the best in the world and can do this doesn't mean YOU should do this.

So before you have your friend or coach cranking your arms back into crazy positions, realize 3 big things: 👇

[Ben Brewster @TreadAthletics]

Ohtani vs Chapman: Shoulder flexibility battle🥊💥

Who ya got?

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1. This isn't all these guys do and this is a very small sample size of their complete preparation program

2. Human beings have varying degrees of joint laxity and while this may be beneficial for some it can be incredibly risky for others 👇