Throwing a baseball contrasts the results of throwing with and without proper lower-body involvement.
Key Principles of Lower Body Engagement
Engaging the lower body transfers kinetic energy up the kinetic chain to the throwing arm, allowing the pitcher to throw the ball with greater velocity.
When the front knee is in front of the front hip, you improve control and accuracy and prevent relying solely on the arm, which leads to erratic throws.
The glove hand plays a crucial role in initiating the lower body’s movement, propelling the throwing arm toward the target with consistency.
With Lower Body Engagement
Your Front knee is positioned in front of the front hip, which helps balance your weight over your back foot.
The glove hand activates the lower body, which then propels the throwing arm with improved power, stability, and accuracy.
Without Lower Body Engagement
The front knee is behind the front hip, and your weight is balanced over your back foot.
The throwing arm fires the ball independently, lacking power and accuracy.
Pitch Smart
Having your front knee in front of the front hip leads to superior velocity and command while significantly reducing the risk of throwing arm injury.
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