Throwing Drills to Throw Harder | Arm Action Freestyle

Short Summary

1. Ben Brewster and Troy Flexkom introduce the “Arm Action Freestyle Drill,” inspired by techniques from Dave Coggins.
2. The drill focuses on developing a compact and fluid arm path for pitching.
3. Pitcher Joe Kelly demonstrates the drill, highlighting the importance of shortening arm action for increased velocity.
4. The drills emphasize low-intensity movements to help athletes dissociate arm action from the rest of their body.
5. Independent movement of the arm, neck, torso, and hips is promoted through the drills.
6. The first drill involves jogging towards a target and throwing, mimicking an infielder’s throw while maintaining smooth arm motion.
7. The second drill is a walk-back throw, allowing for relaxed arm action while throwing.
8. Additional drills include jump-back pivot pick-offs and hop-back rocker drills, encouraging fluid arm movement without high effort.
9. The overall goal is to create a compact loop of energy in arm motion, enhancing athleticism and improving throwing mechanics.
10. The segment concludes with a demonstration of the drills in action.