Mental Game of Pitching (Part 2): Train Your Brain

Understanding the power of Neuroplasticity They say 90% of the game is mental. Few would argue with the role your mental approach has in your success as a pitcher (and pretty

The Mental Game of Pitching (Part I)

Developing a Winning Pitcher’s Mindset Ask players and coaches about the importance of a good mental approach, and most will agree it plays a huge role in a player’s success. In

Chris Archer on Finding Pitching Success

[h5]Have you seen Chris Archer pitch yet?[/h5] I know I just wrote about him in my last post where we looked at his delivery (unusually slow and deliberate for such a

Should Pitchers Distance Run? Yes and No…

When I was coming up as a young pitcher, it was pretty well accepted that pitchers should run long distance. So in college and in the minors we ran poles,

Power Yoga for Pitchers – Gwen Lawrence Interview

In previous articles, I’ve written about the importance of good mobility and stability in your pitching delivery. But one thing I haven’t mentioned before is that late in my career,

Navy SEAL Lessons for Pitchers

[h5]Interview with former US Navy SEAL, Brad McLeod[/h5] So in my last article I talked all about the mental game of pitching, specifically things you can do to improve your focus

5 Steps for Creating Your Own Momentum

In my last post, Pitching Principle #2: Momentum, I talked about the power of momentum and how you can use it to your advantage. And one of the great things

Deliberate Practice: Talent is Overrated

What separates great pitchers and world class performers from everyone else? Is it raw talent? God-given ability? Are some people just destined for greatness? When it comes to athletic achievement, there’s no

Visualization for Success on the Mound

One of the things I love about coaching and training pitchers is the variety of challenges it brings. Every pitcher is unique, each presenting with their own set of issues.

How to Stay Motivated: Know Your “Why”

So it's a new year, and hopefully you've taken some time to assess and set some good goals for the year ahead. If you haven't yet, do it now -

What Playing Basketball Can Teach You about Pitching

This summer I was sitting outside watching my two year old play in our front yard. She’d given me one of her toys to hold, a little plastic animal, and