Elite Baseball Development Podcast Pinch Hit Friday #39 - Identifying, Preserving, and Developing Rotational Superpowers
Jun 27, 2025
Explore the crucial role of rotational abilities in athletic performance and how traditional training can sometimes hinder their expression. Discover strategies to identify and preserve these strengths for injury prevention. Learn about the importance of rotational training and targeted mobility routines, balancing strength with power, and the impact of heavy lifting on performance. This insightful discussion uncovers how to unlock and enhance athletes' rotational superpowers for peak performance.
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Different Rotational Athlete Types
- Not all big league players are elite rotators; some athletes use a fascially driven approach to movement.
- These athletes often have superior tendon stiffness but limited muscular strength, leading to muscular injuries when overloaded.
Muscle Strength vs Tendon Stiffness
- Wide infracurinal angle athletes often develop superior muscular strength but lack tendon stiffness.
- Tendinous injuries are common in such athletes due to this imbalance.
Monitor Rotational Capacity Regularly
- Monitor athletes' rotational capacity regularly to prevent losing their natural rotational superpowers.
- Use multiple measurements over time because adaptations vary greatly with training and age.