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.
Why Amateur Pitchers Shouldn’t Copy Major League Pitcher’s Mechanics
by Dick Mills on October 22, 2009
Many amateur pitchers will copy the pitching styles or pitching mechanics of major league pitchers believing that they will improve their pitching velocity or overall pitching skills. In this video you can see Yankees starting pitcher A.J. Burnett compared side-by-side to a 16 year old high school pitcher...who appears to be copying the pitching mechanics of A.J. Burnett. The problem… watch the video.
Teaching Kids How To Pitch Is Made More Difficult By Baseball Pitching Myths
by Dick Mills on October 20, 2009
Learning how to pitch is a sports skill activity that requires focus on pitching mechanics and throwing various pitches. In order to be successful developing pitchers must throw many more pitches in practice than is currently believed by the baseball coaches and instructors. The more a pitcher does other practice activities such as long toss, throwing weighted baseballs or pitching… read more.
The 7 Step Pitching Velocity Formula For Little League, high school and college pitchers
by Dick Mills on October 16, 2009
Just about ever pitcher wants to improve his velocity but they don't know how. Too many unfortunately have been led to believe by coaches that velocity is about arm strength. Sports science research has proven that arm strength is not much of a factor for improving velocity. What does Tim Lincecum say about how he produces velocity. He says that… watch the video.
Six Common Pitching Mechanics Features Of High Velocity Throwers
by Dick Mills on October 14, 2009
There are common features of high velocity throwers that you will not see in most high school or college pitchers...certainly not Little League pitchers. Here is video comparison of Royal's Zach Greinke and Red Sox Daniel Bard that shows features that are similar in both pitchers. Notice how their timing is almost exact as they move from the back leg… watch the video.
Video Reveals Why You Should Be Skeptical About Private Instruction Or Even College Camps
by Dick Mills on October 09, 2009
Developing good pitching mechanics requires getting proper feedback by reliable sources so that pitchers are able to make the needed adjustments. If pitchers get poor feedback from coaches because these coaches do not understand mechanics then pitchers will continue to pitch below their potential...and why so many are getting injured. This video shows a high school RH pitcher at a… watch the video.
Pitching Mechanics - Compare Your Delivery To Zach Greinke
by Dick Mills on October 05, 2009
Pitchers can easily see the difference in their pitching mechanics between their deliveries and those of a major league pitcher such as Royals' Zach Greinke or Red Sox's Daniel Bard. The differences reveal why Little League, high school or college pitchers are not able to maximize their velocity...or control. Most major league pitchers display similarities in how they use their… watch the video.
A Simple Delivery Parents Can Teach To Little League Pitchers
by Dick Mills on October 01, 2009
When teaching a Little League pitcher, keeping mechanics simple is the key. That is why many only teach beginners out of the stretch position. However, once you understand how a pitcher can build momentum by using his entire body to create energy instead of just his arm then any pitcher, even beginner Little League pitchers can improve velocity dramatically. Here is a video… watch the video.
Pitching Mechanics’ Velocity Killer - Poor Weight Shift
by Dick Mills on September 28, 2009
To improve pitching velocity the large majority of pitchers need to improve their mechanics...not their strength. Research has proven that strength is not much of a factor when it comes to pitching velocity...after all there are 10 year old Little League pitchers who can throw 70 and 12 year olders who can throw 80. One of the most important mechanical factors… watch the video.
Pitching Mechanics - The Landing Position Tells The Story
by Dick Mills on September 25, 2009
Do you want to grade your pitching mechanics to see if you are getting into a good throwing position to maximize velocity with less stress to the arm? read more.
5 Important Questions You Might Have About Pitching
by Dick Mills on September 23, 2009
Who else wonders if today's pitching instruction makes sense or is actually working to improve pitching performance. Here are five questions you too might have about pitching. read more.
Poor Pitching Mechanics - Example of College Pitcher Throwing With Just His Arm
by Dick Mills on September 22, 2009
Many Little League, high school and college pitchers have sore arms or constantly pitch with pain. In fact, about 45% of Little League pitchers and 60% of high school pitchers pitch with arm pain. But what is the cause? In most cases pitching arm pain is the result of poor mechanics where the body is not producing the energy thus… watch the video.
Off-Seaon Workout Guidelines For Little League And High School Pitchers
by Dick Mills on September 17, 2009
Who else wants to know what Little League and high school pitchers should be doing during the off-season? read more.
Why Youth Pitchers Cannot Maximize Velocity And Are Getting Injured
by Dick Mills on September 11, 2009
Pitching mechanics are the key to improved performance, velocity, control and reducing the risk of injury. Videotaping and comparing Little League, high school and college pitchers to major league pitchers with good mechanics can reveal red flags that when fixed can lead to improved performance and less risk of injury. read more.
A Key To More Pitching Velocity For Little League, High School And College Pitchers
by Dick Mills on September 10, 2009
Increasing pitching velocity is all about using the body to create more energy so that the arm can be used for control. This is how to reduce the risk of arm injuries for all Little League, high school and college pitchers. While doing video analysis and one-on-one instruction we observe that most pitchers do not use their lower bodies efficiently… watch the video.
Commonly Taught Pitching Technique Does Not Improve Velocity
by Dick Mills on September 07, 2009
This pitching technique, turning the body away from the hitter, is commonly taught by many coaches and instructors as a way to improve pitching velocity. However, it is actually a mechanical fault that will reduce pitching velocity and could very well reduce control. Efficient pitching mechanics which maximize force production have the body moving sideways in a linear fashion toward the plate. … watch the video.
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