by Brent Pourciau | Oct 3, 2010 | Pitching Tips
This is the second velocity quick tip of the velocity quick tip series. This quick tip covers the "Tilt" and how it is a key component to pitchers like Tim Lincecum's total body mechanics. This tip will help support good hip to shoulder separation. It uses gravity to...
by Brent Pourciau | Nov 18, 2009 | Pitching Articles
One of the main reasons a pitcher the size of Tim Lincecum, can generate as much pitching velocity as a pitcher as tall as Randy Johnson, is because of how his linear drive transfers into core torque. The pitching key to Tim Lincecum's ability to create optimal torque...
by Brent Pourciau | May 5, 2009 | Pitching Articles
Tim Lincecum is a great example that size helps but isn't everything. Pitching is built on physics so the better you use the properties of physical to increase pitching velocity the harder you throw. You don't need a physics degree to benefit from physics you just...
by Brent Pourciau | Sep 5, 2008 | Pitching Articles
Most old school Coaches would talk about the importance of the "Balance Point" like Mr Miyagi in the Karate Kid. New school thought would say that this may produce an accurate pitcher but it will destroy velocity in return. New school thought would then talk about how...
by Brent Pourciau | Aug 24, 2008 | Pitcher Velocity Training Articles
Speed Training Implied in any linear speed discussion with a Strength and Conditioning Specialist, is the concept of resisted speed training strategies. Some professionals consider resisted speed training as the most efficient sprint training technique on the planet,...
