Elite Baseball Development Podcast

Ryan Conroy, a pitching coach at Cressey Sports Performance in Florida, shares valuable insights into the game. He highlights the critical role of a solid between-pitch routine for young pitchers, emphasizing the blend of mental resilience and physical skills. Conroy discusses the importance of personalized routines, urging players to adapt practices that align with their style. He provides practical strategies that can help pitchers enhance their performance under pressure and ultimately improve their overall game experience.

Dr. Keith Baar, a renowned professor at UC Davis specializing in muscle physiology, shares invaluable insights on tendon and ligament health. He discusses strategies for managing hypermobility in athletes, emphasizing how this can impact injury risk. The conversation highlights the importance of isometric loading for injury prevention and recovery. Baar also dives into the role of biologics like PRP for tendon injuries and the surprising effects of caffeine on collagen synthesis. Finally, he stresses the significance of optimizing off-season training to reduce injuries and enhance performance.

In this episode, Eric discusses the importance of continuing to safely train athletes during post-surgical periods, including those involving immobilization. In particular, he highlights the benefits of the cross-transfer effect.Head to www.AncoreTraining.com and enter coupon code CRESSEY at checkout to save 10% on your order.

In this episode, Eric discusses spondylolysis, the clinical term for a stress fracture of the spine. These issues are commonly seen with adolescent athletes involved in extension and rotation sports, and he highlights causes, diagnoses, treatments, and prevention strategies for both spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis.Support Our Sponsor: AG1

In this episode, Eric speaks to the differences between training and competition maxes in strength sports like powerlifting, but applies these principles to developing pitchers.Support Our Sponsor: 1stPhorm

Eric is joined by Joey Wolfe, who shared a wealth of knowledge surrounding the development of catchers. From game-calling, to receiving, to blocking, to throwing, to pitcher and umpire relationship, this episode has a lot to offer for players, coaches, and parents.Support Our Sponsor: AG1

Ryan Conroy, a pitching coach at Cressy Sports Performance Florida, shares his expertise on velocity-based throwing programs. He emphasizes the shift from traditional distance metrics to tracking velocity, which aids in injury recovery and performance enhancement. Conroy discusses innovative strategies for managing throwing workloads, particularly for athletes recovering from injuries like Tommy John surgery, and stresses the importance of customized programs tailored to individual capabilities. He also highlights the critical need for gradual progression in training to avoid setbacks.

Sean Guenther, a Detroit Tigers relief pitcher, shares his inspiring journey of reinvention following Tommy John surgery. He discusses the importance of mental resilience and personal growth, emphasizing lessons from transformative books. Guenther also delves into the nuances of horizontal approach angle in pitching and its effect on performance. His transition from a multi-sport athlete to a specialized pitcher highlights the value of varied sports experiences, while offering insights into effective long-term athletic development strategies.

Discover the seven critical stressors that pitchers face, especially at the start of the season. Learn how these factors can impact performance and the importance of managing them to prevent injuries. Additionally, explore the vital connection between nutrition and stress management, with a focus on how a convenient daily supplement can enhance well-being for busy athletes. Stay informed to keep your game strong and healthy!

In this episode, Eric chats with Alan Jaeger and Randy Sullivan about their proposed adjustments to classic long-term throwing programs after elbow and shoulder surgeries.Support Our Sponsor: AG1