Physics of Pitching: Learn the Mechanics, Science, and Psychology of Pitching to Success - Softcover

Cain, James T.; Solesky, Len

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0760338507 ISBN 13: 9780760338506

Verlag: MVP Books, 2011

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The Physics of Pitching is a well-rounded and comprehensive study that explores the formula for success in pitching and the secret to staying healthy and injury free. It brings together the expertise of a professional scout and pitching consultant, a former major league pitcher and current pitching coach, a sports orthopedic surgeon, and a strength and conditioning specialist. Step-by-step instruction is combined with a discussion of the fundamentals of pitching mechanics and kinetics, physiology and orthopedics, weight training, and the mental and strategic sides of baseball. The Physics of Pitching is illustrated throughout with step-by-step photography and detailed illustrations of the key mechanics.

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Len Solesky was a professional scout for 18 years and a pitching consultant for 9 years. He teaches a new approach to pitching that incorporates recent medical advances.

James T. Cain is the author of One-on-One Baseball, written with former Yankee coach Dom Scala. Cain's son is continuing a family pitching tradition by playing for Washington University in St. Louis.

Rusty Meacham pitched for professional league baseball teams for almost 20 seasons, with his most successful stretch coming as a reliever with the Kansas City Royals from 1992-1995. Meacham's success has carried over to a career as a teacher and pitching coach, most recently with minor league clubs in the Washington Nationals system.

Bruce Curtis has been a professional photographer for many decades, contributing to such esteemed publications as Time, Life, and Sports Illustrated

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Everything you need to know to pitch your best and stay healthy.

From Little League to American Legion and beyond, The Physics of Pitching is essential reading for anyone preparing to take the mound. Addressing the fundamentals of pitching mechanics, physiology, training, and psychology, this book’s comprehensive approach offers valuable lessons for pitchers of all ages and skill levels.

* Featuring insight from renowned pitching coach Len Solesky and former big-leaguer Rusty Meacham

* With contributions from orthopedic surgeon Dr. Scott Silverberg, certified strength and conditioning specialist Eric Cressey, and physical therapist Rob Ackerly

* Teaches all the key components of sound pitching mechanics with clear, step-by-step illustrations

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: MVP Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2011
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0760338507
• ISBN 13: 9780760338506
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 192
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