In Part 1, I declared that nothing is more valuable to a young, developing softball pitcher than improving leg strength. I don't normally make such broad statements, but in this case I'm not hedging. The message must be clear, the path unobstructed and well lit: Softball pitchers must be STRONG. A 135 pound female should be able [...]
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Why Softball Pitchers MUST Squat Part I
September 15th, 2011
In young, developing windmill pitchers, no drill, exercise, or implement will lead to greater overall gains more than improving leg strength. Balance and bodyweight exercises should progress to near maximal, compound lower body lifts as athletes mature. However, attracting high school and even college females to the squat rack or platform is not always easy. Want to get your softball [...]
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