By Dusty Mattingly There hasn't been a team I played for that coach hasn't said, "You need to be confident at the plate!" That is usually followed by something like, "I will give you all the support you need, but I can't teach you to be confident!" Although technically your coach can't teach you confidence, there is a path you can take to building it on your own. I came across an article the other day that focused on Self Concept....
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
You Must Know Defining How to Accept a Bad Day as a Baseball Player
By Dusty Mattingly Those who deny the reality of failure on the baseball field are bound to have a frustrating baseball career. The players and baseball coaches that deny this reality are easy to spot on the field. You will see them yelling, tossing equipment, and throwing temper tantrums because they refuse to accept any type of mis-communication on the diamond. Well what I have come to realize is that is all a bunch of propaganda...
Making Nutritious Decisions When Eating At Restaurants
By Thomas Wilson Most of us have quite possibly dealt with this problem before in their lives. You start up a baseball training program, invest a lot of time in doing your baseball workouts, and also eat healthy day after day. Then, 2 or 3 days into your training program, all your family members want to go out to eat. Of course, family should always be your first priority and you don't want to miss out on any valuable time with...
Monday, May 30, 2011
Two Very Easy Yet Still Effective Hitting Drills
By Thomas Wilson Do you find yourself searching for a new, simple, and useful hitting drill to include in your baseball workouts program? After looking around the internet and talking to a number of baseball players and coaches to discover some amazing new hitting drills for you to consider. Today I'll write about two of them for you to test out and see what you think. Dried Bean Drill: This drill is extremely like soft tossing...
Sunday, May 29, 2011
What Is The History of Baseball?
By Owen Jones Much has been written about the history and birth of the sport of baseball and disagreement has surrounded the subject for over a century.There has long been a legend, once extensively believed by many Americans, that baseball was made-up by one Abner Doubleday in 1839. However there never has been a single scrap of evidence to support this assertion, which was in fact never supported by Doubleday himself. There...
The Value of Keeping Hydrated for Baseball Players
By Thomas Wilson The majority of the regular baseball season is played through the hottest months of the year. Not only are games held in the high temperatures, but players also take part in baseball workouts outside in the heat on top of that. Hot temperatures mean that the body loses fluids through sweating a lot faster than normal. When lost body fluids aren't replaced your body's temperature goes up which could trigger quicker...
Friday, May 27, 2011
Tips For Safety When Playing Baseball You Need To Be Aware Of
By Arthur Goldberry While baseball is not usually considered as dangerous as contact sports such as football, many players of all ages do get injured while playing this game, so it's important to follow some sensible policies for safety There are a number of ways that injuries can occur, which include being hit by a ball, accidents with bats and collisions with other players In this article, we'll be looking at some safety guidelines...
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Being a Honorable Ball Player
By Thomas Wilson It's not a secret that recently performance enhancing drugs have taken the baseball world by storm. As an alternative for (or in addition to) baseball workouts and training, several professional players have turned to these types of drugs to keep the "glamor" of being a star in the major leagues. Nowadays younger players are thinking that it is okay to use these types of drugs because they are so obsessed about...
The Number One Way to Get Fit for Baseball Season
By Thomas Wilson There are literally hundreds upon hundreds of ways to get fit and additionally to develop your baseball skills. Caused by the great variety of options offered to young baseball players, some young players have a tough time sorting through all of the junk to get to the training methods and products which will really make a difference in their baseball workouts. Let me tell you first hand, that the very best way...
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Methods to Break in a Brand New Glove
By Thomas Wilson Congratulations on getting a brand new baseball baseball glove! You most likely have discovered by now that your brand new baseball glove is most likely pretty stiff and difficult to play with. Don't worry, as this is totally normal. Your new baseball glove must be broken in to be able to work properly and fit comfortably in a game. While everyone has their own customs and recommendations when it comes to breaking...
Monday, May 23, 2011
Three Tips on Hitting the Baseball
By Jeff Wise Baseball hitting is a very difficult skill, and one that all players long to master. No one wants to be an average hitter. They all want to be the best they can be. While hitting the baseball may be a challenge, there are a few tips that can help you greatly improve. First, you have to become familiar with the strike zone. This area is typically from the armpits to the middle of the knees. Protect these areas and...
Selecting Baseball Positions: The Perfect Person For That Specific Baseball Job
By Mary M. Sanders May be you have always loved professional baseball but perhaps you have never thought of joining the baseball industry. There are different ways to become involved with this industry in some way. You may think of being employed with a team or even with a league. However, you may not be involved with professional league; rather you can be involved with independent baseball league section. Did you know that...
Sunday, May 22, 2011
The 7 Top Baseball Equipment Brands
By Thomas Wilson When investing in baseball workouts or training products it is worthwhile to take all of the different top manufacturers into consideration before making your final decision. This can help to make sure that you're not only getting the best quality product, but on top of that the very best value for your money. With that in mind, the following is my list of the best baseball supplies brand names that you ought...
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Moments in Baseball History - World Series 2003
By Robert Nickel The world series celebrated its 100 year anniversary in 2003. The series in that season will be remembered not only for its historical importance, but also for the unlikely match up that occurred as the two teams to make the series were the New York Yankees and the Florida Marlins. While the New York Yankees are considered to be annual favorites for the world series, their opponents in 2003 were a complete wild...
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Three Silly Weight Training Myths in Baseball
By Thomas Wilson There are a variety of common myths out there pertaining to weight training for baseball players. Some were created a while ago while many others were spread recently through the web. Over the years, many athletes have been kept back in their baseball workouts because of these common myths. We hope that by discovering the real facts you will discover ways to change your baseball workouts so you can reach your...
Monday, May 16, 2011
The Usefulness of Keeping a Fitness Journal for Baseball Players
By Thomas Wilson When you think of a fitness journal, you normally think of an item countless health professionals highly recommend to folks wanting to shed some pounds. Well, whether or not you are wanting to lose weight, a fitness journal is a terrific tool to help players keep an eye on their eating habits and baseball workouts. So why will a fitness journal help you? What exactly do you want to put in your fitness journal?...
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Train Your Baseball Swing With Passion For Better Growth
By Jim Chapman Any time you watch a professional perform their particular skill live, you can't help but to admire how talented they are. It takes amazing ability to do what they do, and as a result, they are well compensated for their work. What most people don't see however, is the unbelievable amount of time and effort that they have put in to becoming so skilled at their craft. I had the privilege of watching an interview...
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Expert Baseball Strategies Used By The Pros
By Dana McLean Anybody who plays or coaches baseball has to be knowledgeable about various tactics for different points of the game. While it's definitely important that players practice the physical skills needed to play their best, it's also critical that everyone on the team is prepared for every situation. Also, it is imperative that good teamwork and communication are used during the full game. The goal of this article is...
An Overview Of Baseball Analysis
By Timothy Belwood Reaching important conclusions about players and teams through statistical baseball analysis requires some understanding of the game. Whether an amateur or professional analyst, a grounding in basic pitching and batting data is a must. With regard to hitters, batting statistics are key in teasing out the general acumen of players at the plate. Hitting for power is affirmed by large numbers of home runs. The...
Friday, May 13, 2011
Good Ways to Find Motivation to Keep Improving at Baseball
By Thomas Wilson Regardless of how much you enjoy the game of baseball, every one of us struggle to stay motivated sometimes. Why do baseball workouts since it is a lot more convenient to lounge around on the sofa? It is often a challenging dilemma to conquer, but it's crucial to do so...and speedily. The individuals who triumph over this challenge the quickest are going to become the very best. It is that simple. Regardless of...
Ten Great Baseball Gifts
By Jeff Wise Baseball fans are easy to shop for. There are so many gift ideas that they would love and hope to get. If you're looking for the perfect baseball gift for someone you know, this article is sure to give you plenty of ideas. No matter the age of the receiver, you can find the perfect baseball gift. We've included 10 great baseball gift ideas that could be given to either a player or just a fan. The receiver will surely...
Improve Your Shooting in Basketball
By Laticia Mccorkle Anyone who plays basketball wants to get better at shooting, as this is the objective of the whole game. In order to shoot accurately, you have to pick the best opportunities to shoot, and focus your mind completely on the task. You also have to remember that you can't learn to shoot properly without paying your dues by practicing continuously. Anyone can boost their basketball shooting skills, and in this...
Thursday, May 12, 2011
What You Need To Know About Baseball Safety
By Harold Spencer The number one priority in any sport is the safety of the players and baseball is no different Don't make the mistake of underestimating the danger of playing baseball If you think about it this game warrants some safety caution as well The pitching position is undoubtedly one of the most difficult and we often see serious injuries in this position Even the best players can become injured and this is no different...
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
What You Need To Know About Baseball Safety
By Zachary Justice Baseball is not the only sport where safety must be priority one but it is the one we'll discuss here Many players, coaches and parents will underestimate the degree of danger posed with playing baseball Safety is certainly something to keep in mind here as well since bats are heavy and balls fly fast The pitcher arguably has the hardest job in the game, and this is one position where injuries are common Even...
Tips To Play Baseball Like A Professional
By Chris Scarborough Whether you are a baseball player, coach or parent, there are always new things that you can learn about this game. Baseball has plenty of aspects. There are different ways to hit, pitch and field. There are plenty of mental in addition to physical parts of this game. In this article, we will talk about some more expert baseball tips that will provide you and your team an advantage when you play the game....
Learn More About Baseball Collectibles
By Danielle Russell Having an appetite for more than just playing cards are baseball collectible enthusiasts. Bobble heads, bats, gloves, jerseys to autographed balls, caps and even action figures are the memorabilia that's now being sought after. Of course the best kind of baseball collectible is the one you were able to secure for yourself - having a baseball player sign an autograph is a memory you won't soon forget. But...
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
4 Methods to Improve Your Baserunning Speed
By Thomas Wilson Whomever suggests that you can not improve your baserunning speed is simply mistaken! Even though each player has a maximum potential speed, hardly anyone actually achieves that. There is lots of room for improvement, and it's necessary to do just that! Speed is a highly essential component scouts look for while watching players. Granted, you will find exceptions to the rule, yet typically you will need to have...
The 14 Best Baseball Tryout Hints
By Thomas Wilson So you've invested many hours training and participating in baseball workouts 7 days a week, and your league's tryouts are here. This is a fun filled yet scary occasion. Always be happy with what you have achieved so far and have one day of relaxation before tryout day. Be confident in yourself and also your abilities and most of all, have a good time! Below are several bits of advice to make tryout day go smoothly,...
Monday, May 9, 2011
Finding The Ideal Baseball Gear For Your Needs
By Edward French Anyone playing baseball will be able to improve their game faster if they have the right gear. You want to be sure that all of your equipment is just right for you personally, and also for your position in the field. Your much more likely to play well if you have the right gear that fits the way it should, for then you'll be comfortable and able to concentrate fully. If you stick to the following guidelines, you'll...
Expert Baseball Techniques You Should Know
By Harry C. Llankford As a player or coach in baseball, the more you know, the more leverage you have in any situation you encounter. Physical skills and how you play the game are the two most important aspects of baseball. They are both just as important. The team must practice how to hit and play their defensive positions. But, they must always know what needs to done and how to prioritize at all times. Let us look at a few...
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Finding the Best Baseball Supplies for You
By Thomas Wilson Equipment isn't nearly as crucial to success on the diamond as the ability of the player using it. It is not going to make a horrible player superb or a good player awful, nevertheless it undoubtedly will help. With that said, baseball supplies are really high priced so it is important that if you are going to be spending a significant sum of cash that you use it on the best equipment possible for the price. Keep...
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