Fred_Scott
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Hi everyone,
I'm trying to improve my game with solid drills and was wondering if anyone has any tips or drills that have really benefited? I've been playing for a few years now and want to increase my speed and strength, especially for playing in the outfield. I usually run a few laps, do sprints and basic exercises with weights, but that's getting boring.
Maybe someone has tried combining this with something out of the ordinary, or has advice on how to make the routine less routine and more effective? Also, what are your thoughts on using dumbbells? I've read that it can slow things down if approached incorrectly. I look forward to hearing your advice!
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I've done some research. Came across some really interesting drills and exercises that can add excitement to our training routines and elevate our outfield game. Let me share a few that I found particularly noteworthy;
1. The Drop Step Drill; This drill focuses on enhancing your footwork while catching fly balls and line drives. As you run backward at an angle the coach throws the ball over your head, which helps improve your reaction time and agility.
2. The Crow Hop Drill; This drill is, about increasing the distance, speed and power of your throws. You practice jumping over a hat placed on the ground to perfect your crow hop technique before making a throw. It's a skill for any outfielder. Can be combined with catching fly balls to simulate real game scenarios.
3. The Long Toss Drill; This drill is designed to build arm strength and accuracy. It involves playing catch from varying distances – starting at 60 feet then progressing to 110 feet or farther. It may seem simple. Its a way to develop muscle memory for strong and precise throws.
4. The Catching at the Wall Drill; This drill focuses on improving your awareness near the wall, which's a skill, for outfielders.
These drills will definitely spice up our training sessions while helping us enhance our performance in the outfield!To improve your outfield skills it's important to focus on catching fly balls while staying in contact, with the wall using your dominant hand. This helps develop awareness.
I'm trying to improve my game with solid drills and was wondering if anyone has any tips or drills that have really benefited? I've been playing for a few years now and want to increase my speed and strength, especially for playing in the outfield. I usually run a few laps, do sprints and basic exercises with weights, but that's getting boring.
Maybe someone has tried combining this with something out of the ordinary, or has advice on how to make the routine less routine and more effective? Also, what are your thoughts on using dumbbells? I've read that it can slow things down if approached incorrectly. I look forward to hearing your advice!
Upd:
I've done some research. Came across some really interesting drills and exercises that can add excitement to our training routines and elevate our outfield game. Let me share a few that I found particularly noteworthy;
1. The Drop Step Drill; This drill focuses on enhancing your footwork while catching fly balls and line drives. As you run backward at an angle the coach throws the ball over your head, which helps improve your reaction time and agility.
2. The Crow Hop Drill; This drill is, about increasing the distance, speed and power of your throws. You practice jumping over a hat placed on the ground to perfect your crow hop technique before making a throw. It's a skill for any outfielder. Can be combined with catching fly balls to simulate real game scenarios.
3. The Long Toss Drill; This drill is designed to build arm strength and accuracy. It involves playing catch from varying distances – starting at 60 feet then progressing to 110 feet or farther. It may seem simple. Its a way to develop muscle memory for strong and precise throws.
4. The Catching at the Wall Drill; This drill focuses on improving your awareness near the wall, which's a skill, for outfielders.
These drills will definitely spice up our training sessions while helping us enhance our performance in the outfield!To improve your outfield skills it's important to focus on catching fly balls while staying in contact, with the wall using your dominant hand. This helps develop awareness.
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