Is CrossFit Safe for Softball Players?
As CrossFit continues to gain popularity, more high school athletes will become interested in it and exposed to its style of workouts. In this video, I try to lay out the basic tenants of CrossFit methods to let you determine whether or not it’s appropriate for your team or athlete.
Read MoreEat Well, Perform Well!
Here on FaspitchPower, we spend a lot of time discussing the proper mechanics for pitchers and the strength and conditioning that is necessary for preparing our bodies for our sport. What we haven’t talked about as much is the importance of proper nourishment, not just for playing softball, but also for a healthy lifestyle overall.
Read MoreThe Physics of Front Side Resistance
In today’s video, I continue the explanation of front side resistance from Carly’s last few posts and discuss the effect it has on your pitching velocity.
Read MoreHow to Improve your Front Side Resistance
Last week I talked about front side resistance and why it’s important. This week, I’m going to tell you how to make yours better.
Read MoreSet your Body Before you Pitch
In today’s video I talk about the importance of taking your time and ensuring you start yourself off in a good position.
Read MoreFront Side Resistance
We’ve spent a lot of articles talking about the drive through, but the landing leg is really just as important.
Read More2014 Softball Preseason Strength and Conditioning Program
In this week’s post, I outline the final phase of our 2014 Off Season Strength Training Program. 3 videos, 3 workouts that you can rotate all the way up until the start of your competitive season…and beyond.
Read MoreBalance and Timing
In today’s video, I talk about balance and timing in the windmill pitch.
Read MoreFree Softball Cell Phone Wallpapers!
Recently we passed 250 posts, 350 twitter followers, and 600 newsletter subscribers! As thanks to all our readers, I have some fun free goodies for you this week!
Read MoreTransitioning to Forearm Fire
In today’s video, I discuss where to start if you’re trying to transition to forearm fire (arm whip) from another pitching style, or if you’ve been attempting forearm fire from the beginning and just can’t seem to get a feel for it.
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