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Selling Performance While Delivering Injury Reduction

Amidst a growing controversy involving the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) and Major League Baseball (MLB) regarding injury rates and the introduction of the pitch clock, our mission at ArmCare.com has never been more relevant or vital. In the current era of baseball, where pitch velocity is an art of the game, ArmCare.com is a beacon…
April 10, 2024Share Post

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Optimizing Your Throwing Warm-Up Routine: A Blueprint for Peak Performance and Injury Prevention

As athletes, we understand the importance of a thorough warm-up before engaging in any physical activity, especially in a high-demand sport like baseball.  However, the quality of your warm-up routine goes beyond simply going through the motions—it requires careful analysis and strategic planning to ensure optimal performance and reduce the risk of injury. Analyzing Your…
April 8, 2024Share Post

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How Performance Anxiety Impacts Your Fatigue & Injury Risk

Strength in Numbers #142 Performance anxiety in baseball players is a real issue that can have far-reaching consequences, extending beyond the game itself. The pressure to perform at a high level, coupled with the scrutiny of fans, coaches, and teammates, can lead to stress, cognitive distraction, psychosomatic responses, and a lack of confidence. …
April 1, 2024Share Post

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The Standard-Bearer Among College Summer Leagues

Strength in Numbers #141 Collegiate summer leagues have long served as fertile grounds for aspiring baseball players to hone their skills, gain invaluable exposure, and propel their careers to new heights.  With a rich history steeped in tradition, these leagues offer a platform for players to showcase their talents, develop their abilities, and compete against…
March 27, 2024Share Post

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How the Prospect League is Prioritizing Player Health and Development for College Players

Watch Listen Show Notes The Prospect League is a collegiate summer baseball league consisting of teams spread across the Midwest. Follow Prospect League: X: https://twitter.com/ProspectLeague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prospectleague The Prospect League aims to foster a competitive environment for college players to hone their skills during the off-season. The league sets itself apart by focusing on providing…
March 20, 2024Share Post

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Have the Yips?

In the world of baseball, few phenomena strike fear into the hearts of players and fans alike, quite like the yips.  This puzzling condition, characterized by involuntary muscle spasms or sudden inability to execute routine throws, has confounded players and experts for generations.  Let's delve into the intricate web of the yips, exploring its manifestations,…
March 18, 2024Share Post

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A Baseball Player’s Guide to Tennis Elbow

Strength in Numbers #139 Pain on the inside of the elbow is common enough in baseball to coin terms such as little leaguers elbow or pitcher's elbow to describe this type of medial elbow pain. Yet, despite being much more rare in baseball players, pain on the outside portion of the elbow, known as…
March 9, 2024Share Post

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The Dangers of Icing Your Throwing Arm

Strength in Numbers #138 In the pursuit of optimal throwing arm health, athletes often turn to various strategies, and one long-standing tradition has been the use of ice to soothe and recover.  I grew up in the era of R.I.C.E.  Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, and man was that the wrong way to go. If you don't…
March 4, 2024Share Post

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How Resistance Band Training Changed the Game

Strength in Numbers #137 Back in 2012, deep in the underground of Camden Yards, I had an epiphany.   I was part of a full transformation for the Baltimore Orioles, a facelift in training that will never be repeated, replicated, or duplicated. It was the most disruptive overhaul in training that MLB had ever seen, and it made MLB news. We blended gymnastics, Olympic…
February 26, 2024Share Post

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The Crucial Role of Goal Setting in Baseball Development

Strength in Numbers #136 In the intricate world of baseball, where precision, strategy, and athleticism converge, intentional goal-setting often marks the journey toward excellence. Regardless of the level of play—whether Little League or the Major Leagues—setting and pursuing goals is a foundational pillar that propels players toward success.  In this pursuit, the SMART goal framework…
February 19, 2024Share Post

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