Articles About Pitching by Dick Mills
These articles are based on the latest sports science research rather than common coaching beliefs about how pitchers can improve performance. Some articles contain video which allow us to emphasize proper pitching mechanics and common faults that may reduce velocity and control and could lead to injury. Or how to throw certain pitches. We also demonstrate proper form and techniques for developing functional strength and flexibility specific for pitching.
Little League World Series - Comparing Two Successful Pitcher’s Mechanics
by Dick Mills on August 25, 2010
Here are two pitchers pitching in the 2010 Little League World Series. Their pitching mechanics are compared side-by-side so you can see which mechanical faults reduce pitching velocity, control and add stress to their arms. Without regular videotaping it is impossible to notice or recognize whether positive change is occurring and many times pitchers are actually getting worse...since the movement… watch the video.
2010 Little League Regionals Reveal Why Little League Pitching Mechanics Can Cause Arm Pain
by Dick Mills on August 19, 2010
The 2010 Little League World Series regional tournaments provide a showcase for some the best Little League Baseball pitchers. However, this side-by-side voice over video analysis reveals why nearly 50% of Little League pitchers pitched with arm pain this year. This is also true of high school pitchers. This video reveals a side-by-side video analysis of two starting pitchers in… watch the video.
Could You Add 5-7 mph To This High School Pitcher’s Mechanics
by Dick Mills on July 27, 2010
There are thousands upon thousands of Little League, high school and college pitchers who could dramatically improve their velocity by simply improving their pitching mechanics. Here is a high school senior who recently came to us from a small town in Arkansas because his older brother saw some potential for us to improve his velocity from 82 mph. What would… watch the video.
7 Ways To Quickly Improve Baseball Pitching Velocity And Mechanics
by Dick Mills on July 20, 2010
Rather than focusing on how to improve arm strength to boost velocity pitchers would be far better off improving their mechanics. Here are 7 proven ways to improve both pitching velocity and mechanics. read more.
College World Series - Comparing UCLA Trevor Baurer’s Mechanics To Tim Lincecum
by Dick Mills on June 22, 2010
Here is a video analysis of Tim Lincecum's pitching mechanics compared to College World Series UCLA starting pitcher Trevor Bauer. Bauer appears to possibly have copied some aspects of Lincecum's mechanics in order to maximize his pitching velocity. What I like about Trevor Bauer's mechanics is that he has good starting posture and good arm action. What I do not like,… watch the video.
How To Improve Pitching Velocity 2-3 mph Instead of 5-10 mph
by Dick Mills on June 8, 2010
Find out why pitchers wourld be far better off focusing on improving their velocity just 2-3 mph instead of trying to get 5-10 mph. read more.
9 Year Old Little League Pitcher Displays Explosive Pitching Mechanics
by Dick Mills on May 19, 2010
This is a good example of a 9 year old Little League pitcher with very natural but explosive pitching mechanics. This occurs very naturally when pitchers are not over-coached using pitching drills. When the focus in on using the lower body to provide power instead of just the arm, then even beginner pitchers are able to create an explosive delivery with… watch the video.
College Recruiting Evaluations and Showcases For Baseball Pitching
by Dick Mills on May 14, 2010
Are college recruiting evaluation and showcases beneficial for all high school pitchers? And which pitchers should participate. read more.
Why Pitchers Should Be Skeptical Of Most Professional Pitching Instructors
by Dick Mills on May 11, 2010
Who else wants to know why most professional pitching instructors are actually making pitchers worse and causing them to lose instead of improve pitching velocity? Even current and former pro pitching coaches are to blame. read more.
Baseball Pitching Long Toss Disputed In May 5, 2010 Philadelphia Daily News Article
by Dick Mills on May 7, 2010
Who else want to know why long toss does not improve pitching performance or reduce the risk of pitching arm injuries? read more.
How Lower Body Major League Mechanics Improves Velocity
by Dick Mills on April 27, 2010
Here is an example of how a major league pitcher like former MLB great Pedro Martinez, at 5'10" was able most of his career maximize his pitching mechanics and was able to maximize his velocity and to reach 96-98 mph. Most Little League and high school pitchers could easily improve their velocity by improving their lower body action as well… watch the video.
How Efficient Pitching Mechanics Produces More Velocity, Better Control And Less Stress To The Arm
by Dick Mills on April 20, 2010
Here is an example of efficient big league mechanics used by Rockies Ubaldo Jimenez and Royals Zach Greinke to produce 95 mph plus velocity. Both pitchers display very efficient pitching mechanics where the lower body and trunk are used to produce force while the throwing arm is along for the ride. Notice how each pitcher uses good body and arm… watch the video.
Pitching Mechanics - Low Elbow Arm Action Faults Can Lead To Shoulder Surgery
by Dick Mills on April 15, 2010
Understanding the red flags in a pitcher's mechanics can mean the difference between maximizing velocity and overall performance or worse ending up with arm surgery. This video reveals a very common arm action fault in a pitcher's mechanics where the elbow is below shoulder height at landing. This particular low elbow arm action fault led to serious shoulder surgery. Finding… watch the video.
Pitching Mechanics - Arm Action Faults Can Lead To Shoulder Surgery
by Dick Mills on April 13, 2010
A pitcher's arm action can actually lead to elbow and shoulder surgery. In this video you will see a common pitching mechanic arm action fault where the elbow goes well above shoulder height. This is commonly referred to as hyper-abduction and is a common problem you will see in pitchers at all levels of baseball including the big leagues. The… watch the video.
How To Develop Pin-Point Control And Command Of All Pitches
by Dick Mills on March 31, 2010
Who else wants a plan for developing good ball control and command of all pitches. How you throw your bullpens will determine your game performance. read more.
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