Pitchers have one of the hardest jobs in baseball. They have
to be very devoted to their position- to the point that they practice on a
regular basis, even during the offseason. No matter where your pitcher is in
terms of his skills or even in terms of the season, there are many things he
can do to improve his performance, endurance, and strength. Read on to learn
about some simple tips and
Do Sets of Squats
Squats are good exercise for anyone, but especially for
pitchers. When pitchers do sets of squats on a regular basis, they build up the
muscles that allow them to push off, up, and into a good pitch. Have your
pitcher perform sets of at least twenty squats a few times a week, using proper
form. To squat properly, the pitcher should keep his back straight, have the
feet and legs shoulder width apart, have the stomach sucked in, and should sit
back, as if sitting into a chair, contracting the muscles in the legs, abdomen,
and buttocks throughout the move for maximum effectiveness.
Go Running
Running is another good exercise for pitchers. They need to
be able to get batters out, and that requires running. Thus, it makes sense
that going for a run a few times a week can be a wonderful thing for a pitcher.
Aim for a mile or more per run, increasing distance and speed as time goes on.
It’s okay to stop running to jog or walk, but there should be an improvement in
actual running time as time goes on. If not, the pitcher needs to run more
frequently to see results. Other cardiovascular exercise, such as jumping
jacks, jumping rope, and general aerobic exercise is also good for improving
health and endurance among pitchers.
Weight Training
Many people think that children are much too young to lift
weights, but it’s actually good for all people, of all ages, to undergo weight
training. Obviously kids aren’t going to use giant 25 pound weights, but there
is nothing wrong with building upper body strength with small one, three, or
five pound dumbbells. Just make sure to get a doctor’s permission before
incorporating weight training into any routine.
In fact, for any exercise routine, especially those intended
to be used with young people, make sure to get a doctor’s approval. After all,
the goal of exercise is to help and improve kids, not harm them!
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