Hip hinge at launch (heel plant) is crucial. Some... hitters struggle to create it during the stride—so the fix? Start in a hinged stance or hinge early like Harper. It sets you up for adjustability, power, and staying on plane.show more

We don’t teach to sit, heel connection, or hinge.... It’s a coil. When controlled and stretched fwd it turns the body right to the ball. Launch out from -> leg turns you Palm up Palm down is easy when you useshow more

MOTION IS LOTION - Some morning movement exploring tension... and rotation in the hips and the spine. - Seated Hip Pry - Single Leg Hinge to Hip Flexor Reach - T-Spine Rotations - Hamstring to Hip Flexor Run through each for 6-8 reps for 2 sets and see how you feel. Keep Exploringshow more

What is the ideal stride length for pitchers?🤔 Your... ideal stride length is determined by how long you can stay in the hinge while still being able to ROTATE out of it. Longer strides aren't inherently better. More examples (& what the research says) below 🧵show more

What is the ideal stride length for pitchers?🤔 Your... ideal stride length is determined by how long you can stay in the hinge while still being able to ROTATE out of it. Longer strides aren't inherently better. More examples (& what the research says) below 🧵show more

In simple terms: The best hitters create power and... adjustability by using their trunk (rib cage and torso) efficiently. When the shoulders stay back a little longer, hitters gain two huge advantages: 👉They don't commit too early, which gives them more time to recognize and adjust to pitches. 👉They can create a bigger burst of speed when it's time to swing. Think of it like a rubber band. The longer you can keep tension without forcing it, the more powerful the release. For that to happen, the upper body and lower body can't move as one rigid piece. The pelvis starts and slows down at different times than the rib cage. That separation is what creates both power and adjustability. ❌Hitters who move everything together usually have to commit earlier and have fewer options when the pitch isn't what they expected. Power and adjustability aren't opposites—they come from the same ability to sequence the body correctly. Use this simple drill connecting a pvc pipe or long tube to the chest and practice your best range of motion every day before you hit.show more

Box turtles are so-called because they can completely close... up their shell, much like a box. There is a 'hinge' located on the plastron, or the lower part of the shell, that allows for total closureshow more

Once you have the proper hip internal rotation it... is time to start using it. Stagger your foot for each respective side. Slow, short swings, feel your hips internally rotate. You will feel like your chest is staying down a bit through it. Important that you don't try and create speed with your upper body.show more

The thing I help hitters with the most.. (1... good way to train it👇🏼) They start on time but never actually get loaded to GO. They think they’re ready. They’re not. So they start earlier next time. Same problem. —— This is a conversation I have with almost every hitter. When is the right time for you? - Based on your load style - Based on how long your load takes - Based on the pitcher’s velo, windup, or slide step —— If that’s you, try a “loaded at release” type load. Bobby Witt. Judge. Get your hip and elbow loaded early. Then stride with it ready to fire. “The pitcher is up there for 20 seconds telling you to get ready. Shame on you if you’re not ready to swing.” ____ If I have you in the cage, what I’ll do is have you get into a no stride position, get ready to swing and I stand there for 1-4 seconds… Holding my hand out over the plate ready to snap my fingers. When I snap, you swing. Do that 4-5x. You get the quickness, readiness feeling. Then we go back to stride with moving ball and you’re trying to time up that same GO move with the ball With your foot up in the air and the GO will make the foot go down. Not foot down then swing. That typically kills quickness. This works 95% of the time I’d say! —— > Send this to a hitter who needs it > Save it for when you need it.show more

Aaron Judge - Chest View - Away Fastball Home... Run - His load + timing of load is a great example for many hitters - "80% ready in stance then complete the 20%" -- Many hitters DO make more of a forward move when they stride but he does make it back to where he startedshow more

The drop drill. Cleans up so much in the... swing. To hit the ball you must be able to launch instantly, be short & quick, & square it up on the barrel. If you can hit this, you can hit anything. Hitters Universityshow more

“Staggered trap bar work is rapidly becoming a favorite... derivative. By using a quasi-bilateral stance (staggered), we can emphasize glute far more, due to the lower starting torso position and thus a deeper hip angle. It makes the movement a little more challenging for the trunk also, and I prefer a rear heel elevated stance to further emphasize the lead leg. The benefit is more forceful unilateral work— the same reason I like hand-supported work. I usually program this in conjunction with the bilateral stance trap bar and staggered Zerchers and RDLs.”show more

A powerful explosion occurred today at the Russian Avangard... plant in Sterlitamak. According to early reports, it erupted in the nitro-unit of the facility, and windows were shattered in neighboring buildings. The Avangard plant is tied to Russia’s military industry: it manufactures parts for multiple rocket launcher systems.show more

Summer is coming... and so is “I like u"!... Because you deserve it, I’m giving it to you a day early 💜 shout to #timfromthehouse for making it the sweaty nostalgic dance tune it is!show more

Every game wont be perfect! Some look and feel... just like the one you just experienced! Learn from it, fix it and keep fighting!! I’m proud of the fight in you! Chin up and on to the next!! #4teen #GBO #Route14show more

Considering I am seeing so much other people tweet... and talk about how their game is also crashing during tournaments ect is this actually a thing you can fix? Or is this just some cancer shit in the game rn because it happens so often to meshow more

Here's the part that flips it: the GoMining Card... charges nothing to issue or use, and pays you up to 5% back in Bitcoin mining power on what you spend. So the card that costs you nothing to run actually mines for you while you use it 😉show more

Normalise RDL as a main movement. The Romanian Deadlift... (RDL) or Heavy Barbell Hip Hinge is a powerhouse exercise that has gained a lot of popularity among strength and conditioning coaches, powerlifters, and bodybuilders alike. This movement is often called an “athlete maker" in my mind due to its ability to build strength, muscle mass, and athleticism in both men and women. One of the primary reasons why the RDL is so effective for athletes is because it is triphasic, for the uninitiated meaning it involves three distinct phases of muscle action: eccentric, isometric, and concentric. During the eccentric phase, the lifter is lowering the weight, which creates tension and stress on the muscles, leading to greater muscle damage and adaptation. The isometric phase occurs when the lifter pauses at the bottom of the lift, holding the weight in a static position, which increases the time under tension and helps to build strength and stability. Finally, during the concentric phase, the lifter raises the weight, activating the muscles in a way that promotes greater hypertrophy. Compared to a traditional deadlift off the floor, the RDL places a greater emphasis on the posterior chain, specifically the proximal hamstring, glutes, and erector spinae muscles. The lift also engages the distal hamstring muscles in a nearly fully extended position, promoting greater muscle activation and strengthening. The RDL is an excellent way to develop strength and hypertrophy in these muscle groups, leading to improved overall athletic performance, including greater power, speed, and explosiveness. Given the numerous benefits of the RDL, it should be a main movement in any training program that aims to improve strength, muscle mass, and overall athletic performance. Incorporating heavy barbell hip hinge movements, such as the RDL, into your training regimen can help to promote better posture, improved mobility, and greater overall strength and athleticism. So, whether you are a powerlifter, bodybuilder, or athlete, consider adding the RDL to your training program to take your strength and athleticism to the next level.show more

It’s 40 and windy for a March game at... Citizens Bank Park. Rob Thomson talked about how the baseballs get slick in cold weather and how it affects hitters and pitchers differently. “I think it depends on the guy. It depends on if you’re from Canada or some place else.”show more

Who in their right mind sets up a camera,... records themselves screaming like a lunatic, and then posts it on the internet for everyone to see?show more