Strength in Numbers #118 In our Certified Pitching Biomechanics Course, we talk about linked events from the wind-up to the release and how every moment in the delivery matters. . The obvious points are: Peak knee height, Stride foot contact, Maximal external rotation, Ball release,  Maximal internal rotation,  and Follow-through. In biomechanics, these are called…

Strength in Numbers #115 It's painful to read some of the current news on throwing arm injuries.  All I see is that velocity and biomechanics are the culprits, like in this article in Sports Illustrated and this one by USA Today. Yet, no one is voicing a solution other than to throw slower and be…

Strength in Numbers #113 You never want something altered in what the Lord Himself gave you. We have perfectly designed elbows but imperfect ways of monitoring and training—at least until a player has their own portable device, monitoring, and individualized training platform (ahem, see: ArmCare.com).   When you keep revising surgery, more material is lost, regrafting…

Strength in Numbers #112 The road to athletic excellence is paved with dedication, discipline, and well-structured training. Optimizing training programs is paramount for athletes, especially those involved in sports like baseball or softball that heavily rely on the throwing arm.  This Strength in Numbers is inspired by one of my pro athletes, a player who…

Strength In Numbers #111 I have this kid….and he has the strongest arm I have ever seen.   Player A set a PR a few days ago at 277.2 lbs of throwing arm force. He also was awarded a scholarship after losing two scholarships due to arm injuries and one to COVID—a sad story with a…

Strength in Numbers #110 In the world of sports, throwing arm injuries are often viewed as setbacks, causing frustration, disappointment, and isolation. Yet, hidden within the struggles lie valuable lessons that can shape an athlete's body, mind, and character. I am going to talk about the light amongst the darkness as it relates to throwing…