The scapular load or retraction has rapidly become one of the pillars of modern velocity development. Pitchers are taught to pull their elbow far behind the shoulder into horizontal abduction to pinch their scapulae together and create a large stretch in the pectoralis major muscle. But is there validity to this? Is this one of […]
Velocity’s Red Line: The Hidden Cost of the ‘Scap Load’ Read More »
What do Shohei Ohtani, Tarik Skubal, Zack Wheeler, and Nolan Mclean all have in common? These 4 elite MLB starting pitchers can be classified as supinators, meaning they naturally release their 4-seam fastball with their hand farther to the outside of the ball than others who create more true backspin. Every pitcher pronates after ball
MLB’s Biggest Pitching Trend…Is it putting the Elbow in a Compromised Position? Read More »
Little League Shoulder and Little League Elbow are becoming increasingly common in adolescent and teenage athletes. As year-round competition, early specialization, and velocity demands continue to rise, so does the stress placed on developing arms. In this blog, we’ll break down: What these injuries actually are Why they occur And how they can be properly
Adolescent Growth Plate Injuries (Little League Shoulder & Elbow) Read More »
