The Perception & Action Podcast
533 – The Integrated Anatomy of Pitching, Randy Sullivan
Apr 8, 2025
Join Randy Sullivan, author and owner of Florida Baseball Armory, and movement specialist Frans Bosch as they delve into the science of pitching. They discuss Sullivan's new book, emphasizing movement variability and motor control for injury prevention. The conversation critiques traditional biomechanics, advocating for individualized training approaches. Discover how proprioception influences pitching performance and the critical role of attractors in maintaining stability and preventing injuries. This deep dive reshapes our understanding of performance in baseball and beyond.
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- Randy Sullivan's book integrates human anatomy with movement variability, emphasizing its importance for performance improvement and injury prevention.
- The critique of traditional biomechanics highlights the necessity of understanding muscle synergies and complex human motion during athletic activities.
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Motivation for Integrated Anatomy
The discussion emphasizes the main motivation behind Randy Sullivan's book, which is to connect the complexities of human anatomy with movement variability. Sullivan’s background in physical therapy led him to explore the organismic constraints on athletic performance, particularly in pitching. He highlights that understanding how the body influences motion is critical to improving performance and injury prevention. The rigorous editing process for the book, aided by mentor Franz Bosch, allowed Sullivan to organize complex ideas into a coherent structure, combining anatomical insights with ecological dynamics.
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