Pinch Hit Friday #32 - Variability, Random Practice, and Youth Development
In this episode, Eric talks about why variability is a bell curve that's particularly challenging to manage in a sport like baseball that, at times, demands so much precision. Learn about random vs. blocked practice and what long-term athletic development strategies parents and coaches can employ with youth baseball players.Support Our Sponsor: AG1
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Pinch Hit Friday #31 - Stress, Recovery, and Adaptation
In this episode, Eric talks about the differences between favorable and unfavorable stressors and how they each drive different adaptations. Before you try to add something that may help, start by removing things that definitely hurt.Support Our Sponsor: 1stPhorm
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Pinch Hit Friday #30 - Oblique Strains: Causes and Prevention
In this episode, Eric talks about both causes of oblique strains and preventative strategies for rotational athletes looking to avoid them in the first place.
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Pinch Hit Friday #29 - Neck Care During Arm Care
In this podcast, Eric discusses the challenges that come with over-recruiting the neck musculature during arm care exercises. He also shares some positioning and coaching strategies to reduce neck tone.Support Our Sponsor: AG1
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Pinch Hit Friday #28 - Low-Hanging Fruit for High School Athletes with Brandon Holup and Spencer Stockton
In this episode, Cressey Sports Performance - Florida pitching coach Spencer Stockton and strength and conditioning coach Brandon Holup highlight actionable strategies for high school athletes to quickly make progress. Whether you're a player, coach, or parent, these recommendations can be difference makers!Support Our Sponsor: 1stPhorm