One of the biggest and most crucial steps in becoming a successful pitcher is developing an efficient pitching delivery. Once that is accomplished the next step is being able to repeat your pitching motion over and over again. You have probably heard people talk about pitchers who have "good pitching mechanics." The pitching motion is essentially a complex chain of movements associated with throwing a pitch. Basically, good pitching mechanics can be equated to the smooth, effective linking of these movements in a way that maximizes velocity, control, and durability. The goal is not to become "mechanical" like robots, however. So for our purposes we'll refer to pitching mechanics as the pitching delivery.
There's No One Perfect Model!
If you look at major league pitchers, it's easy to see that there are a variety of styles and deliveries. You have guys who throw over the top, sidearm, and everywhere in between. There are many ways to get a batter out, and that, ultimately, is the name of the game!
Therefore, pitchers shouldn't attempt to conform to one set of "pitching mechanics" that constitute the "perfect motion."
There's No Substitute for Seeing It Slowed Down on Tape!
That being said, there are certain things that all powerful, durable pitchers do in their pitching deliveries that should be followed in order to maximize performance and reduce the risk of injury. While it's often possible to get a good sense of a pitcher's delivery with the naked eye, there's nothing like seeing it slowed down on tape. Video Motion Analysis is the single best way to diagnose mechanical flaws that can hinder performance and even lead to arm injury.
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While it's helpful to think of the pitching motion in simple terms, in reality it's anything but. The pitching motion is a complex series of movements, and an inefficiency at any point in the sequence can lead to a loss of power, control and increased stress on the arm. Video Motion Analysis is unequalled in its power to help you make the adjustments you need to unlock your potential.
Have you ever noticed that your voice often sounds different to you when you hear it on tape (even while friends assure you that, yes, you really do sound like that), watching yourself pitch on video can be an eye-opening experience. You can be told by a coach what you're doing wrong, but until you actually see it for yourself you may never realize exactly what it is you need to change. Better Pitching's Video Motion Analysis gives you a chance to see your motion and compare it the pro's.
On top of that, you get a detailed assessment of your delivery (pitching mechanics) including the exact points in your motion where you can improve the most to increase power, consistency, and minimize the risk of injury.
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