Elite Baseball Development Podcast

Eric Cressey
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Oct 4, 2025 • 13min

Pinch Hit Friday #53 - Eric Schoenberg on the Power of Consistency

In this episode, Cressey Sports Performance - Florida physical therapist Eric Schoenberg emphasizes how realistic it is to achieve outstanding results through small, repeated actions. These lessons are especially important in the world of baseball sports medicine, where health and high performance are predicated on controlling movement in narrow windows.Support Our Sponsor: AG1
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Sep 30, 2025 • 42min

213. Dr. Tera Giroux on Low Back Pain, Diagnostic Imaging, and Manual Therapy

In this episode, Cressey Sports Performance - Florida chiropractor Dr. Tera Giroux covers a wide variety of sports medicine topics. We discuss the management of acute vs. chronic low back pain, the role of diagnostic imaging, and the who/what/when/where/why of manual therapy interventions.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 11min

Pinch Hit Friday #52 - Eric Schoenberg on the Dangers of Rushing Return-to-Play

In this episode, physical therapist Eric Schoenberg outlines the dangers of returning to play too soon following an injury or surgery. He digs in on the rationale for rushing, research surrounding expedited recovery, and discusses why patience pays off.Support Our Sponsor: 1stPhorm
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Sep 23, 2025 • 47min

212. Spencer Stockton on Hypermobility, Sequencing, and Leveraging Data vs. "Feel"

In this episode, Cressey Sports Performance - Florida pitching coach Spencer Stockton covers a wide variety of topics. Spencer reflects on the training and mechanical cues that benefited him the most as a hypermobile pitcher. Taking it a step further, he digs in on the power of motion capture technology, and coaching with a combination of data and "feel."Support Our Sponsor: AG1
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Sep 19, 2025 • 9min

Pinch Hit Friday #51 - 3 Reasons the MLB Amateur Recovery Period Policy Will Curb Injuries

In this episode, Eric comments on the new MLB Amateur Recovery Period Policy, and outlines the specific reasons it'll help to attenuate the rapid increase in pitching injuries over the past 20 years.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 4min

211. Understanding NIL, the Transfer Portal, and the New Era of College Recruiting with Walter Beede

In this episode, two-time guest Walter Beede shares new developments since his 2022 appearance with respect to name-image-likeness deals and the transfer portal. Walter also makes predictions on where college recruiting is headed in the years ahead.Support Our Sponsor: AG1
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Sep 12, 2025 • 8min

Pinch Hit Friday #50 - Prioritization of the Acute Program Variables

In this episode, Eric outlines the acute programming variables for any training regimen, and then discusses how coaches should prioritize each of these components for safe, effective programs.Support our Sponsor: 1stPhorm
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Sep 9, 2025 • 53min

210. High-Performance Speed Testing and Training with 1080 Motion

In this episode, Eric chats with Adam Rolf and Matt Tometz from 1080 Motion, an innovative technology that assists with both testing and training acceleration and deceleration. From performance enhancement to injury prevention, this conversation offers some tremendous insights on how to individualize training prescriptions for athletes who want to move faster safely. Support Our Sponsor: AG1
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Sep 5, 2025 • 12min

Pinch Hit Friday #49 - Does Throwing Weighted Baseballs Increase Pitching Injuries?

In this episode, Eric discusses the findings from a recent study that looked at weighted baseball usage and pitching injuries in professional baseball players.This is a hot topic, so it's important to understand all the factors that influence whether a pitcher gets hurt using weighted balls.Support Our Sponsor: 1stPhorm
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Aug 29, 2025 • 11min

Pinch Hit Friday #48 - The Recovery Hierarchy

Delve into the essentials of athlete recovery, focusing on a structured recovery hierarchy. Discover the importance of hydration, nutrition, and sleep in optimizing performance. Learn how light movement can enhance recovery after intense workouts. Explore daily supplements like AG1, designed to fill nutritional gaps and boost energy. Uncover strategies for busy athletes to maintain recovery amid hectic schedules.

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