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In the episode of More Than Velocity, we talk about the popular baseball training topic of weighted balls.
To help determine if you’re ready for a weighted ball program be sure to check out our ArmCare Velocity Checklist.
Show Notes:
1:00– The difference between weighted balls and plyocare balls
4:25– What you need to know before diving into a weighted ball program
8:10– The magic of & our favorite plyocare drills
15:10– Some examples of when and when not to pick up a weighted ball program
16:50– The keys to success with a weighted ball program
18:45– Should we develop starting vs. relief pitchers differently with weighted balls?
21:30– The essential thing to include with weighted ball programs
23:10– The Short vs. Long term focus: When should a player start weighed balls?
26:33– Habits and psychology needed for more intense training
28:55– “Give you give a kid a sports car for their first car…don’t be surprised when they wrap it around a pole.”
32:43– The guy who throws strikes is easier to teach to throw harder
35:30– The take home on weighted balls
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