Fastpitch players have different training requirements based on the position they play or player type. Fastpitch athletes execute short explosive movements followed by time at rest, but each position has different amounts of rest time. Softball pitchers and catchers operate at a different frequency than either infielders or outfielders. This rest interval difference needs to be taken into consideration during their strength and conditioning program. Many athletes now have specifically tailored fitness programs. Taking this into consideration, let us look at how a fitness program can be developed for three different groups. More...
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Nearly all softball related injuries are caused by collisions, improper sliding techniques and lack of conditioning. Unfortunately, due do practice time constraints, many fastpitch coaches do not incorporate strength and conditioning drills into their routine leaving conditioning and fitness drills as the responsibility of the player. But for the player who wants to be successful on the field, a off-season and in-season conditioning program can produce results within a few weeks.More...
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