Front Shoulders Prompt Your Stride

 

The front shoulder initiates the forward movement of your lower body (stride).

Pulls Your Body Towards The Plate

When the shoulders drive the movement, it creates a more consistent, repeatable throwing motion which leads to better command and control of your pitches.

By engaging the core and upper body first, you generate more power and velocity on your pitches.

A shoulder-dominant motion distributes the forces of pitching more evenly, reducing the stress on your elbow and shoulder joints.

A Balanced Start

Starting with your weight slightly more on your back leg creates a more powerful coil in your body.

Glove Hand Initiation

Your glove hand initiates the movement.

As you bring your glove hand towards the plate, it triggers your front shoulder to start moving forward.

The movement of your front shoulder then causes your lower body to stride forward.

Key Considerations

Your front shoulder starts moving forward slightly before your stride leg steps.

As your front shoulder moves forward, your hips and torso powerfully rotate, generates torque, and adds significant power to your pitch.

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By focusing on developing a shoulder-dominant motion, you significantly improve your pitching mechanics and achieve greater success on the mound.

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Body Balance In Pitching: Throwing Action And Pitch Location

 

Weight in Front

Starting with your weight in front of your back foot disrupts your balance.

You rely heavily on your stride to initiate the throw, which leads to inconsistent mechanics and poor pitch location.

Balanced Starting Position

Begin with your weight slightly before your back foot and maintain a balanced posture.

A simple lift of your front leg triggers the throwing motion naturally and smoothly.

This balanced starting position promotes a more fluid and effortless throwing action and improves accuracy and control.

Takeaways

A balanced starting position is the foundation for a successful pitch.

Initiated by a simple lift of the front leg, the throwing motion feels natural and effortless when properly balanced.

A balanced approach leads to more consistent mechanics and improved pitch location.

Our Guarantee

True pitching power and accuracy originate from a balanced and grounded position, not solely from a forceful stride.

We're so confident in our instructions that we offer a unique guarantee: if we can't help you get the ball to your target regularly, your instruction is free, no questions asked.

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Understanding the Stride and Glove Hand in Pitching

 

Stride and …

The purpose of the stride is primarily for balance and momentum.

The stride maintains balance and aligns the body for delivery, generates power, and propels the pitcher toward the plate.

.. The Glove Hand

The glove hand directs the body's movement and guides the pitch.

The glove hand maintains balance and control while guiding the pitching arm and directing the ball toward the target.

A precise glove hand movement helps the pitcher achieve better accuracy and control, reducing the size of the target area.

The Ideal Synergy

The stride smoothly transitions into the delivery phase, with the glove hand guiding the arm and body toward the target.

The momentum generated by the stride efficiently transfers into the pitch, maximizing velocity and accuracy.

Repeatable mechanics, particularly in the glove hand's role, are crucial for consistent results.

Understanding these concepts and addressing potential issues optimizes mechanics and improves overall performance.

Our Guarantee

By practicing these techniques, you improve your accuracy and power.

We're so confident in our instructions that we offer a unique guarantee: if we can't help you get the ball to your target regularly, your instruction is free, no questions asked.

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Weight Distribution: The Secret to Consistent Throws

 

If you've been struggling to hit your target regularly, the culprit might be your weight distribution. Understanding and correcting your weight placement significantly improves your accuracy and power.

The Problem: Weight in Front

When your weight shifts forward, your throwing arm is forced to work harder to compensate for the imbalance.

Your arm may struggle to find the target, resulting in missed throws. Your weight forward position limits your power generation, leading to weaker throws. Overcompensating with your arm puts unnecessary strain on your shoulder and elbow.

The Solution: Weight on Your Back Leg

The key to consistent and powerful throws is to center your weight between your feet, with a slight emphasis on your back leg. This balanced position allows your throwing arm to work efficiently and effectively.

Start with a balanced stance, feet shoulder-width apart. As you begin your throwing motion, keep your weight back onto your back leg.

Use your lower body to generate power, driving your weight forward through your front leg as you release the ball. Finish your throw with a smooth follow-through, ensuring your weight remains balanced.

Our Guarantee

By practicing these techniques, you improve your accuracy and power.

We're so confident in our instructions that we offer a unique guarantee: if we can't help you get the ball to your target regularly, your instruction is free, no questions asked.

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“Command by Choice, Not by Chance”
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Mastering Glove Hand Activity for Unmatched Pitching Control

 

A well-coordinated glove hand movement is crucial for a smooth and efficient pitching delivery.

The glove hand plays a vital role in initiating the pitching motion, maintaining balance, and transferring energy to the throwing arm.

The Pitfalls of Passive Glove Hand Activity

A passive glove hand hinders energy transfer from your lower body to your upper body, resulting in weaker pitches.

A passive glove hand leads to variations in your release point, affecting accuracy and control.

A passive glove hand disrupts your balance, making it difficult to maintain control of your body and the pitch.

Achieving Optimal Glove Hand Activity

To achieve optimal glove-hand activity, the front leg lift must maintain balance, the throwing hand faces second, and the glove hand faces home.

The next movement rotates the glove hand palm from facing the target with the palm facing the target to the palm facing the pitcher’s body.

The action promotes a stride and throwing action to bring the ball to the target with uncanny regularity.

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An active, coordinated glove hand empowers you to deliver powerful, accurate, consistent pitches.

We're so confident in our instructions that we offer a unique guarantee: if we can't help you get the ball to your target regularly, your instruction is free, no questions asked.

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The Importance of Front Foot Position

The position of your front foot during your pitching delivery plays a crucial role in generating power, accuracy, and control.

A Well-Positioned Front Foot

Proper foot placement allows for a smooth transfer of energy from the lower body to the upper body, resulting in increased power and velocity.

A balanced stance provides a solid foundation for pitching motion, improving accuracy and control.

A consistent foot placement helps you establish a repeatable release point, increasing accuracy.

The Pitfalls of Improper Front Foot Placement

When your front foot goes behind your hip in the starting position, you can lose balance and power. Your weight shifts backward, making generating momentum and delivering accurate pitches difficult.

While this position may seem balanced, it can limit your ability to effectively generate power and rotate your hips. It can also lead to a slower and less powerful delivery.

Our Guarantee

A well-positioned front foot will empower you to deliver powerful, accurate, consistent pitches.

You can significantly improve your pitching performance by understanding the importance of front foot placement and following the guidelines provided in the Pro Pitching Institute's Programs.

We're so confident in our instructions that we offer a unique guarantee: if we can't help you properly place your front foot, your instruction is free, no questions asked.

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Break Free from "Feeling" Your Pitch

Do you find yourself "feeling" your way through your delivery, hoping for the best? If so, it's time to break free from this unreliable approach and embrace a more precise and effective method.

The Power of Mechanics

"Feeling" your pitch often leads to inconsistency and frustration. When you rely on intuition rather than mechanics, your delivery becomes unpredictable, and you'll struggle to maintain a high level of performance consistently.

True pitching mechanics are about understanding and executing the correct movements. It's not about "feeling" your way through the motion; it's about following a proven process that delivers results.

Your lower body plays a critical role in generating power and accuracy. When your lower body is engaged correctly, it helps you transfer energy efficiently and consistently A common mistake is to land your front foot and then start your throwing motion. This limited movement restricts your power and control.

The Pro Pitching Institute's Approach

At the Pro Pitching Institute, we teach a proven pitching process that focuses on proper mechanics and body awareness. Our instruction is designed to help you correct movements and sequences to ensure a repeatable delivery, harness the power of your lower body to generate more velocity and accuracy and develop the ability to hit your target with precision and consistency.

Our Guarantee

We're so confident in our instructions that we offer a unique guarantee: if we can't help you turn your pitching command from a "feeling" into an expectation, your instruction is free. No questions asked.

Coach Skip Fast
“Command by Choice, Not by Chance”
Pro Pitching Institute
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856-524-3248
skip@propitchinginstitute.com
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