Providing the body with proper nutrition, before and after gametime, is crucial for optimal athletic performance. As an athlete eating is a full-time...
TopVelocity Nutrition – What to eat before a game?
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Pitching Tips
Tips to Instantly Optimize a Catchers’ Pop time
As a catcher, one of the most important skills you can possess is a quick pop time. Pop time is a measure of how quickly you can throw the ball...
Forget 80mph, here is how to throw 90+mph
Why you throw 80-85mph and how to throw 90+mph It's no secret that the ability to throw a fastball at 90+mph or above is highly coveted in baseball. But...
Increase Your Pitching Speed with Olympic Lifts
One of the benefits of Olympic lifting is the explosive power it can build in the muscles used in pitching. Incorporating snatches, clean and jerks, and...
Mark Prior Pitching Mechanics That Ended His Career
Brent Pourciau on Mark Prior Pitching Mechanics: In this episode we break down Mark Prior's pitching mechanics... Steven Guadagni on Mark Prior Pitching...
MiLB Prospect Triston McKenzie and Box Squats
Brent: On this episode we break down Minor League Pitcher Triston McKenzie's pitching mechanics. Kalen: Should I be doing box squats? Brent: Brent...
Deadlifts for the Youth Pitcher to Increase Velocity
Although the deadlift is a great power lift and works your lower body well, when it comes to pitching the strength doesn’t always transfer. Deadlifts are...
Drills to Enhance Hip to Shoulder Separation
The term hip to shoulder separation means at the moment of front foot strike the hips are open to the target and the shoulers are closed. Studies show...
How to Increase Pitching Velocity with 3X Training
@TopVelocity What is a typical day like for guys training at your facility? #pitchingtips— Joseph Brascher (@Brascsmash) September 3, 2015 If you...