Paul Reddick, founder of The 90 MPH Club (the internet's best-selling pitching program), discusses the pitching trap awaiting parents, coaches and kids, and how to avoid getting caught. This is part 2 of a two-part interview with Paul. You can catch Part 1 here if you missed it.
Plus, Justin Stone answers the Question Of The Week about conflicting advice about the stride.
In this 48-minute episode, you'll learn:
- what's wrong with reverse rotation
- three key things to look for in solid pitching mechanics
- of the three key things, which is most important
- how to get a "power angle"
- the importance of strength training
- why your pitchers probably have ankle problems
- how to answer the chicken-vs-egg question of body strength first or pitching mechanics first
- atypical vs typical results with the 90 MPH Club
- why the 90 MPH Club is not actually focused on velocity first
- command vs control (although I admit I personally am still trying to figure that one out)
- Paul's opinion of Clayton Kershaw's mechanics
- what 'arm lag' is
- Paul's version of the Wall Drill
Exclusive bonus! Paul is also giving away ten (!) free memberships to his flagship 90 MPH Club, just for YBE listeners. To find out how you can try to win one of those, listen to the episode. The contest Want MORE Edgy Info?
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