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by <\/i><\/b>Russell Taveras, DPT, CSCS<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

<\/iframe><\/p>\nPower development is of primary importance for athletes of virtually every sport. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nPower can be defined as the ability to generate force in a short amount of time in order to accelerate the body and\/or an implement. \u00a0Power, simply put, is <\/span>speed-strength<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>Mention Baseball on the Island<\/em> at Infiniti Performance<\/strong> and receive two free sessions in their state-of-the-art Recovery Lab!<\/p><\/blockquote>\nIn-season power development can be a daunting task for the serious high school ballplayers and coaches. \u00a0Implementing a productive training regimen becomes difficult secondary to hectic practice schedules, playing on multiple teams, homework, social activities, etc. The purpose of this article is to provide the ballplayer and\/or coach with reliable and effective exercises to assist with power development during the competitive season.<\/span><\/p>\nIn the sport of baseball, maximizing power output is essential for improving bat speed, arm velocity, and acceleration. \u00a0Force production begins from the ground up, translates through the core, and expresses itself by powering through the body or implement. \u00a0This summation of force and relay translates into \u201chow high, how fast, & how far\u201d in reference to sport application.<\/span><\/p>\nThe concept of ground-based training is the most functional type of training that exists. \u00a0The human body does not act in isolation in sport, so why should it be isolated in training? \u00a0The athlete performs all exercises on his own two feet rather than sitting or lying supported by a bench. \u00a0The athlete\u2019s base of support is essentially his feet rooted to the floor, similar to sport. Ground-based training engages the core musculature and develops the athlete\u2019s efficient transfer of strength. \u00a0Training in this manner is advantageous because it emphasizes training \u201cmovements, not muscles\u201d and requires greater muscle recruitment. \u00a0It also acknowledges the importance of keeping the entire body balanced during the course of development. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nUtilizing non-conventional modalities (sledgehammer, ropes, tires, etc) for the purpose of power training has grown in popularity over the last few years. \u00a0These inexpensive \u201cpower tools\u201d compliment and diversify the training menu. \u00a0When used correctly and instructed by a professional, the sledgehammer is a dynamic piece of equipment that can \u201camp up\u201d or break the monotony of an athlete\u2019s routine. \u00a0The hammer allows for ground-based exercise that requires high demand and technical skill, tremendous coordination, rotational core strength & stability, functional grip strength, and a whole lot of fun!<\/span><\/p>\nThe selection of the following exercises was specifically chosen to compliment the dynamics of the baseball athlete. \u00a0Each issue features a ground-based movement that requires explosive, rotational, and precise qualities. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nRotational Power Smash- Sledgehammer \u00a0<\/i><\/b> (5 sets X 5 reps, bilaterally)<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assume athletic position, feet perpendicular to tire, grasp sledge w\/ wide grip near rear shoulder.<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Pre-load backside by shifting weight to rear leg with slight upper body rotation, smooth separation & elevation of hammer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>At peak of swing, slide rear hand down to lead hand to initiate swing as hips\/core rotate explosively into tire smash. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/p>\nCoaching Points:<\/b> \u00a0<\/b>Finish with body control & balance to maximize effectiveness.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"  by Russell Taveras, DPT, CSCS Power development is of primary importance for athletes of virtually every sport. \u00a0 Power can be defined as the ability to generate force in a short amount of time in order to accelerate the body and\/or an implement. \u00a0Power, simply put, is speed-strength. Mention Baseball on the Island at Infiniti Performance and receive two free sessions in their state-of-the-art Recovery Lab! In-season power development can be a daunting task for the serious high school ballplayers and coaches. \u00a0Implementing a productive training regimen becomes difficult secondary to hectic practice schedules, playing on multiple teams, homework, social activities, etc. The purpose of this article is to provide the ballplayer and\/or coach with reliable and effective exercises to assist with power development during the competitive season. In the sport of baseball, maximizing power output is essential for improving bat speed, arm velocity, and acceleration. \u00a0Force production begins from the ground up, translates through the core, and expresses itself by powering through the body or implement. \u00a0This summation of force and relay translates into \u201chow high, how fast, & how far\u201d in reference to sport application. 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