How do baseball players get quicker on the first step?
Speed in baseball is mostly about the first few steps. Footwork, acceleration and agility drills train them. The videos show the drills.
What it looks like: A slow first step in the field or out of the batter’s box.
6 videos
Linear Acceleration-Footwork, Agility & Acceleration Series by IMG Academy (4 of 6) 5 Unique Speed Drills for Baseball MN Twin Eric Farris' Outfield drill for first step quickness Cone Drills - Footwork, Agility & Acceleration Series - IMG Academy (6 of 6) Getting Started with Speed & Agility Drills Drop Step Early Look - Baseball Speed & Agility Drill
Where these videos come from
- IMG Academy: IMG Academy’s baseball program, at the sports boarding school in Florida.
- Coach Dan Blewett: Dan Blewett, a former professional pitcher who coaches pitchers and young players.
- Pro Baseball Insider: Doug Bernier, a former major-league infielder.
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