Performance Conditioning Baseball/Softball
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√ Improving Hitting Through Conditioning
Science of Hitting- Using the Needs Analysis to Improve Bat Speed,
John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., SB 22
Improving Bat Speed- Part One, with John Rewolinski, SB 25
Improving Bat Speed- Part Two The Power Phase, John Rewolinski, SB 26
Improving Bat Speed- Part Three, Transforming Power to Hitting Skills, John Rewolinski, SB 27
Conditioning Interview Seasonal Considerations in Hitting, Tim Corbin, 3(2):5
Vision Conditioning: Understanding Timing versus Technique in Hitting, Scott Ford, USPTA, IASV, 3(2):9
Conditioning Interview: Explosive and Overload Training to Improve Hitting, Dave Hudgens, 3(4):3
Vision Conditioning The Real Cause of Bad Timing: The Eyes, Scott Ford, USPTA, IASV, 3(4):11
Technique Considerations in Developing Physical Conditioning Programming for Young Hitters, Mark “Lunch” McKenzie, USA Baseball Junior Olympic National Team, SBN42
Ask the Expert: Favorite Wrist Strengthening Exercise, 6(4):12
√ Improving Pitching Through Conditioning
In-Season Conditioning for Starting Pitchers with 4 Days Rest,
Chris Anderson, SB13
In-season Simulated Game Conditioning Program for Pitchers, Fernando Montes, SB14
Body Link Training for the Pitcher-The Lower Body, Lori Sipple, Softball Coach, SB 15
Body Link Training for the Pitcher- the Upper Body, Lori Sipple, Softball Coach, SB 16
Body Link Training for the Pitcher- the Core, Lori Sipple, Softball Coach, SB 17
Long Toss Training Progression for Arm Strength Development,
Vern Gambetta, SB 15
Improving Finger and Hand Actions for Pitching, Michael Yessis, SB 21
Mid-Season Conditioning on a Four Day a Week Softball Pitching Schedule, Lori Sipple, SB 22
Knowing the Pitcher’s Fatigue Point and How to Manage It, Cindy Bristow, Head Softball Coach, Florida Wahoos SB 23
Part One: Pitching/Throwing Specific Strength Threshold
Tracking Pitching/Throwing Count to Prevent Overuse
Injury, John Rewolinski, SB 26
Part Two: Pitching/Throwing Specific Strength Threshold
Tracking Pitching/Throwing Count to Prevent Overuse Injury, John Rewolinski, SB 27
Super Abdominal Routine for Pitching Endurance and Performance, Chris Anderson, 3(1):1
Balance and Stability Tubing Routine for Baseball and Softball Pitchers, Steve Odgers, 3(3):1
In-season Weekly Throwing and Conditioning Program, Rob Childress, 3(3):3
Functional Rehabilitation: Interval Throwing Program for Windmill Pitchers, Wendy Hurd, P.T., 3(4):1
Shoulder and Elbow Strength Improvement and Maintenance Program, Rob Childress, 3(5):1
The Physical Nature of Softball Pitching, Sheri Kempf, SBN41
Essentials in Conditioning the Pitch, Don Freeman, Pitching Coach, USA Baseball National Youth Team, SBN43
Yoga for Postural Alignment and Dynamic Flexibility for Pitchers, Steve Odgers, SBN52
New York Yankee Case Study—In-season Body Fat Reduction Conditioning Program for Baseball and Softball Pitchers, Jeff Mangold, SBN52
In-season Conditioning Template for the Starting Pitchers, John Rewolinski, SBN54
The Ultimate in Movement-Specific Conditioning for Pitchers, Fernando Montes, Director Strength and Conditioning, Texas Rangers, SBN55
In-season Conditioning Template for the Relief Pitchers, Developed and prepared by John Rewolinski, 7(3):1
√ Improving Baserunning/Field Performance Skills Though Conditioning
Developing First Step Quickness and Short Acceleration for Base running and Field Play, Steve Odgers, SB12
Power Start Mechanics in Softball Base Running, George Nevole Jr., SB14
Gaining 1st Step Speed in Baseball and Softball, Brian Blott and Karen S. Bloch, M.S., LAT, SBN56
University of Louisville Softball DIAMOND SPEED-Combining Mobility Mechanics Acceleration and Quick Reaction, Teena Murray MS 6(6):1
In-season Lunging for Outfield Strength and Power, John Rewolinski, 7(6):1
Improving Catching Skills through Conditioning
Pre-season Conditioning Guide for Catchers, Gene Coleman, 3(3):5
Conditioning Catchers for Real-World Professional Softball, Amber Burgess, and Laura Pilakowski, 6(2):1
√ Improving Athletic Skills: Speed, Power, Strength, Stability and Balance, Agility, Footwork
Rotational Power Zone Training for Baseball/Softball, Tim Lang, SB11
Using Weight Training as a Tool to Improve Lateral Movement in Baseball/Softball, Allen Hedrick, M.A., SB13
Exercises to Improve Hand Wrist Strength for Baseball/Softball,
Michael Yessis, PhD. SB14
New York Yankee 10 Minute Pregame Band-Aided Flexibility Routine, Jeff Mangold, SB 15
Overhead Lifting for Shoulder Strength and Stability in Baseball and Softball Players-A 4 Step Progression, Kevin Coleman, ME, SB 15
Coaches Guide to Training the Core/Trunk Part 1, Allen Hedrick, M.A., SB 16
Coaches Guide to Training the Core/Trunk Part 2, Allen Hedrick, M.A., SB 17
Understanding Core Training and Its Importance to Baseball/Softball,
Vern Gambetta, SB 21
Making your Conditioning Fun and Sport Specific, Linda Derk, Head Softball Coach, Florida Firestix SB 24
Rationale and Methods of Heavy Strength Training for Baseball/Softball, Bob Alejo, Conditioning Coach, Oakland Athletics SB 24
No Cost/ Equipment-Manual Resistance Strength Training for Baseball/Softball, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S. SB 25
Cincinnati Reds Basic Strength Program, Lance Sewell, Head Conditioning Coach, Cincinnati Reds, SB 27
Balance Training in a Baseball or Softball Strength and Conditioning Program, Allen Hebrick, M.A., C.S.C.S., 3(3):11
Baseball and Softball Players Guide to SAFE Plyometrics, Greg Brittenham, 3(5):6
Simple Three-Step Approach to Baseball/Softball Conditioning, Randy Popple, Minnesota Twins 3(5):11
Power Training for Baseball/Softball, Paul Fleschler, SBN41
The Role of Flexibility in Baseball/Softball, Randy Popple, Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, SBN43
Strength Training for the Softball Player, Sara Wiley, Strength and Conditioning Coach, University of Minnesota, SBN43
Conditioning Program Ideas to take it to the Next Level, Randy Popple, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, SBN44
The Oakland A’s Program – A Simple, Workable Approach to Conditioning the Baseball/Softball Player, Clarence Cockrell, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Oakland A’s, SBN44
Guidelines in Working the Core in a Strength and Conditioning Program for the Baseball/Softball Player, Dennie Taft, Conditioning Coach, Detroit Tigers, SBN44
Seattle Mariners Conditioning – Combining General with Sport-Specific Movement Strength Training to Improve Baseball/Softball Performance, Allen Wirtala, A.T.C., Conditioning Coach, Seattle Mariners, SBN45
How Breathing and Body Awareness Techniques Apply to The Strength and Skill Development of Baseball/Softball Players, Julie A. Victor, SBN46
Cuban Press – Shoulder Strengthening Exercise, Al Scates, Men’s Head Volleyball Coach, UCLA, SBN46
Starting a Youth Conditioning Program for Softball, With Janice Loudon, Ph.D., PT, ATC, CSCS, University of Kansas Medical Center, SBN47
University of Arizona Wildcat Baseball-High School and Collegiate Considerations for Position-Specific Conditioning, Rosalin Hanna, SBN52
Softball Conditioning—The University of Iowa Program, Michelle Venturella SBN54
Beginning Baseball Balance, Tim Bishop, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Baltimore Orioles, SBN55
Comparing and Contrasting Balance for Baseball and Softball, Marc Dagenais, SBN55
No Cost No Equipment Strength Training-Manual Resistance Partner Training, Ed Ellis, SBN56
Correct Body Mechanics BEFORE Correct Techniques: What You Need to Know Before Starting a Strength Program, Mike Arthur, SBN57
Transferring Athletic Skills to Baseball & Softball Skills-A Matter of Power, Jeff Mangold, Strength and Conditioning Coach, New York Yankees, 6(1):1
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- The Exercise/Workout: No Weight Room Leg/Core/Shoulder Development Program, Daryl Kapis, 6(1):5
Standing Trunk Training, Allen Hedrick, M.A., 6(3):4
Combining Agility and Explosive Power for Improved Baseball/Softball Performance, Tim Bishop, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Baltimore Orioles, 6(5):3
First Time Strength Training Program for Female Softball Players, Robert L. Brown, 6(5):8
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The fallacy of balance training, Dr. Tudor Bompa, 6(6):5
General Preparation Circuit-Combining Core and Leg Development for TRUE Functional Training, Mike Arthur, M.S.C.C., 6(6):6
Economy of Time in the High School Setting-Combining Speed/Jump Skill Development with Dumbbell Matrix Strength Training to Achieve Optimal Results-Part 1 Warm-up, Ed Dudley, 5(7):11
Economy of Time in the High School Setting-Combining Speed/Jump Skill Development with Dumbbell Matrix Strength Training to Achieve Optimal Results-Part II Dumbbell Matrix, Ed Dudley, 7(1):6
Five Exercises to develop the Youth Athlete Posterior Chain, Robert L. Brown, 7(1):8
Economy of Time in the High School Setting-Combining Speed/Jump Skill Development with Dumbbell Matrix Strength Training to Achieve Optimal Results-Part III Total Body Workout and Core Circuit, Ed Dudley, 7(2):7
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The Fallacy Training the Stabilizer Muscles,
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 7(2):11
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The fallacy of overspeed training
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 7(7):10
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The fallacy of core strength, Dr. Tudor Bompa, 8(1):10
Endurance Warm Up and Recovery
Mobility, Flexibility, Warm-up
Pre-game and Practice Dynamic Warm-up Session, Mona Stevens, SBN51
Special REPORT: Stretching the Truth—What the Latest Research Says About Static Stretching, Ken Kontor, SBN52
Waking up the Baseball Muscles: A-Rod’s 35 Minute, Pre-game Dynamic Warm-up Program, Jeff Mangold, Conditioning Coach, New York Yankees, 6(3):1
Building Your Warm-up Exercise Menu—Combining Running with Core, Hip and Shoulder Mobility, Jose Thadeu, 6(5):11
Improving Hip Mobility, Brian Goodstein A.T.,C.,6(6):11
Fighting Fatigue , 7(1):5
The Hands-On Sports Massage Techniques for Lower Body Recovery,
Rebecca Milot, 7(1):10
Time Effective Dynamic Warm-up, John McBride, 7(3):5
Overreaching vs. Overtraining- Understanding the Difference, Randal L. Wilber, Ph.D., 7(4):2
Sleep- The Forgotten Recovery Method, Roger S. Smith, DO, 7(6):3
Creating Good Sleep/Recovery Habits on the Road, Dave Ellis, RD, 7(6):11
Overtraining in Baseball, Brian Grapes, California Angels , 7(7):5
Overview of Massage Therapy for Baseball/Softball Athletes and Coaches, Tim Monaco, 8(3):9
Overview of Massage Therapy for Cyclists and Coaches-Part II: Sorting Out Different Techniques and Practitioners,Tim Monaco, 8(4):4
The Range of Motion and Length/Tension Relationship: A New Way to Look at Flexibility and Dysfunction in Baseball and Softball Athletes, Nate Shaw, ATC, CSCS, Arizona Diamondbacks 8(4):5
√ Year Round Conditioning Planning and Programs
√ Entire Year
University of North Carolina Fall Season Approach to Year Round Baseball/Softball Conditioning, Greg Gatz, SBN42
Anatomy of a Strength and Conditioning System, Allen Thomas, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Chicago White Sox, SBN57
√ In-season
In-Season Conditioning for Starting Pitchers with 4 Days Rest,
Chris Anderson, SB13
In-season Simulated Game Conditioning Program for Pitchers, Fernando Montes, SB14
Mid-Season Conditioning on a Four Day a Week Softball Pitching Schedule, Lori Sipple, SB 22
Strategies in Baseball and Softball Off- and In-Season Conditioning, Sean Huls, 3(2):1
How to Condition High School “Always In-Season” Athletes, Chuck Bova, 3(6):5
Loose vs. Tight — Individual In-season Training Method Considerations, Randy Popple, Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, SBN43
In-season Conditioning Template for the Position Players, John Rewolinski, SBN53
In-season Conditioning Template for the Starting Pitchers, John Rewolinski, SBN54
In-season Conditioning Template for the Relief Pitchers, Developed and prepared by John Rewolinski, 7(3):1
In-season Lunging for Outfield Strength and Power, John Rewolinski, 7(6):1
√ Off-season
Principle and Practices of a Softball/Baseball Winter Conditioning Program, Courtney Carter, SB14
Building a Strong Base-12-Week High School and Collegiate Off-Season Strength Training Program for Baseball/Softball,
John Sisk, SB 23
Strategies in Baseball and Softball Off- and In-Season Conditioning, Sean Huls, 3(2):1
Kansas State University Fall Baseball Conditioning Program, Chris Anderson, 6(2):6
University of Nebraska’s Three Week Off/pre-season “Flex” Program for Softball, Laura Pilakwski, 6(4):1
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program, John Rewolinski, 8(2):1
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program Part 2, John Rewolinski,
8(3):1
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program Part 3, John Rewolinski, 8(4):1
√ Pre-season
Pre-season Conditioning Program for Softball/Baseball-Part 1,
Rhonda Revelle, SB11
Pre-season Conditioning Program for Softball/Baseball-Part 2 The Exercises, Rhonda Revelle, SB12
The Right of Spring- A Comprehensive Look at “Spring Training” Conditioning Part I, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., Former Milwaukee Brewers, Strength and Conditioning Coach, SBN46
The Right of Spring-A Comprehensive Look at “Spring Training” Conditioning Part II, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., Former Milwaukee Brewers, Strength and Conditioning Coach, SBN47
The Right of Spring-A Comprehensive Look at “Spring Training” Conditioning Part III, John Rewolinski, SBN51
University of Nebraska’s Three Week Off/pre-season “Flex” Program for Softball, Laura Pilakwski, 6(4):1
√ Exercise Variables and Sports Science
√ Sets, Repetitions, How Much Weight, Intensity, Order and Choice of Exercise and Rest
Principles and Practices of Movement vs Muscle Training for Baseball/Softball, Vern Gambetta, SB 22
Zone Training To Prioritize Your Baseball/Softball Training Time,
John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., SB 23
Principles in Conditioning- Understanding and Training the Three Planes of Movement, Vern Gambetta, SB 27
Program Design Adding Variety to Your Strength Training Methods, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S., 3(1):7
Program Design: Methods of Improving Athletic Performance Through Strength Training, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S., 3(2):7
√ Baseball/Softball Sport Science
Performance Profiles of the Intercollegiate Softball Player and What They Mean for the Coach, Darlene A. Kluka, Ph. D., SB13
Reading Research-Game Situations Running Speed to 1st Base
Gene Coleman, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Houston Astros, 5(3):6
Sports Science Research Digest, 8(1):9
√ Vision, Tracking
Selecting the Right Sunglass Lens Color for Optimum Hitting Vision,
Darlene A. Kluka, Ph.D., SB11
Understanding Sports Vision and Implementing It Into the Performance Conditioning Team, Dr. Jack Gardner SB 23
Contact Zone Focus: A New Visual Approach to Successful Hitting,
Scott Ford, Darlene A. Kluka, Ph. D., William L. Hines, M.D., SB 24
Vision Conditioning: Understanding Timing versus Technique in Hitting, Scott Ford, USPTA, IASV, 3(2):9
Vision Conditioning The Real Cause of Bad Timing: The Eyes, Scott Ford, USPTA, IASV, 3(4):11
Glare Ware for Baseball/Softball, Paul M. Planer, O. D., 3(5):10
√ Performance Test and Measurements
Agility Exercises and Tests and Their Use in a Conditioning Program,
with Sam Gannelli, Conditioning Coach San Diego Padres SB 17
Simple Exercise to Measure/Train Hamstring Strength, 6(7):5
√ Exercises How-to-do
Teaching the Hang Clean Safely-Step-by-Step, Tom Justice, 6(1):2
Physical Development Guidelines for Introducing the Olympic Style Lifts to Athletes
Paul Fleschler, Men’s Resident Coach, USA Weightlifting, 6(1):10
A Softball Player’s Guide to Learning the Squat, Eric Burkhardt, M.A., , and Eric La Bombarda, 6(2):3
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- Wall/Ball Overhead Squat, Paul Fleschler, Men’s Resident Coach, USA Weightlifting, 6(2):5
Introducing the Power Pull: Enjoying the Benefits of Explosive Lifting for Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball/Softball Without the Risks and Hassles, Harvey S. Newton, 7(3):8
Add to Your Exercise Menu with these Simple Off-the-Wall Exercises, Ed Dudley, 8(1):1
√ Injury Prevention, functional rehabilitation, sports medicine
√ Ankles Lower Leg
Performance Rehab- Returning to Play after Lower Extremity Injuries, Joan M. Scherbring, ATC, M.S.Ed, SB11
Heel and Big Toe Pain and the Use of the Seated Calf Raise, John Rewolinski, SBN51
√ Knees, Upper Leg
Performance Rehab- Returning to Play after Lower Extremity Injuries, Joan M. Scherbring, ATC, M.S.Ed, SB11
Progressive, Comprehensive Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury Prevention Program for Female Athletes, Andrea Hudy, SBN53
ACL Injury In the Female Athlete-What Research Says and What You Can Do, Ken Kontor, 6(4):8
√ Back, Abdominal, Chest
Avoiding and Neutralizing Back Pain for Improved Hitting and Throwing Performance, Kevin Harmon, A.T.,C, SB 25
√ Shoulders, Elbows Arms
Performance Rehab- Returning to Play after Upper Extremity Injuries, Joan M. Scherbring, ATC, M.S.Ed, SB14
Part One: Pitching/Throwing Specific Strength Threshold
Tracking Pitching/Throwing Count to Prevent Overuse
Injury, John Rewolinski, SB 26
Part Two: Pitching/Throwing Specific Strength Threshold
Tracking Pitching/Throwing Count to Prevent Overuse Injury, John Rewolinski, SB 27
Three Step Progressive Shoulder Training, Part One, Karen S. Bloch, MS, ATC, 3(6):1
Three Step Progressive Shoulder Training, Part Two, Karen S. Bloch, MS, ATC, 3(7):1
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Tim Saunders, 3(7):5
Keys to Injury Prevention- Minimizing Risk to the Shoulder and the 90 Degrees Rule, Nate Shaw, ATC, 7(6):5
√ Other Topics
Sports Medicine and Science Year In Review 2001-Part One
Arnie Baker, MD, SBN41
Improper Biomechanics and Other Contributing Factors to Injury in Softball and Baseball Players, Karen S. Bloch, M.S., LAT, SBN53
Sports Medicine and Science in Review 6(6):4
How Right to Left Side Imbalances Affect Pitching Performance , Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, 7(5):3
How Right To Left Side Imbalances Affect Pitching Performance
Part II, Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, 7(6):8
How Right To Left Side Imbalances Affects Pitching Performance-Part III, Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, 7(7):4
√ Conditioning Equipment and Modalities
No Cost/ Equipment-Manual Resistance Strength Training for Baseball/Softball, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S. SB 25
Proper Use of Selectorized Exercise Machines to Improve Acceleration and Power, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., Former Milwaukee Brewers, Strength and Conditionin
Sports Medicine and Science Year In Review 2001-Part One g Coach, SBN46
Low or No Cost Strength Training: Adding Variety with Kegs and Tractor Tires, SBN54
No Cost No Equipment Strength Training-Manual Resistance Partner Training, Ed Ellis, SBN56
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- The Exercise/Workout: No Weight Room Leg/Core/Shoulder Development Program, Daryl Kapis, 6(1):5
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The Fallacy of Elastic Bands,
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 8(2):10
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The Fallacy Sled and Harness Running,
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 8(3):8
√ Nutrition
√ Performance eating
Fueling Tactics 3 Winning Steps to Performance Eating- Step One-Stress Reduction Through Natural Sources of Vitamin A, C, and E, Dave Ellis, RD, SB 24
Fueling Tactics: Three Winning Steps to Performance Eating-
Step Two-Alter Your Carbohydrate Intake Relative To Your Activity,
Dave Ellis RD, SB 26
Fueling Tactics Three Winning Steps to Performance Eating-
Step Three-Select A Lean Protein Source, Dave Ellis, RD, SB 27
Planning Your Eating- How to Periodize Nutrition for Improved Performance, Dave Ellis R.D., L.M.N.T., C.S.C.S , SBN41
√ Supplements, Vitamins, Minerals, Fluids Performance Drug Education
Creatine Supplementation Guidelines for the Baseball/Softball Athlete, David Ellis, SB11
Nutrition Bars - Power or Junk Food? Barbara Day, M.S., R.D., C.N., SB 22
New Age Nutrition Supplementations: A Calm Before the Storm, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., SBN43
Water and Salt Guidelines for Athletes, Ken Kontor, SBN57
Hydration Assessment Using the WUT System, 6(5):10
Anti-Steroid Intervention Strategy: A Unique Opportunity for Baseball, John M. Ellis, 8(1):5
Hoot’s Chalk Talk Steroids Awareness Clinic: The PBSCCS Perspective, Doug Jarrow, Los Angeles Dodgers, 8(2):5
The Mitchell Report-Narrowing Focus on an Ever Expanding Situation, Dave Ellis, RD, 8(3):11
√ Issues
Dehydration Testing Protocol-Improving Performance and Avoiding Heat-related Problems during Training and Competitions, Peter McCraw, SB 21
Spring Training Nutritional Guidelines-Getting Ready for High Volume and High Eccentric Muscle Loading , Dave Ellis, RD, 7(4):1
Avoiding heat illness by being S.M.A.R.T., 7(4):12
Fast Facts- Preparing for Heat and Humidity What You Should Know Before Summer Hits, As Reported to Ken Kontor- by Lawrence E. Armstrong, Ph.D., FACSM,
7(5):1
Comparison of Dietary Guidelines for Athletes and the General Adult Population, Oksana Matvienko Ph.D., 7(7):1
Female Athlete Triad: The Spectrum Approach, Lynda Ransdell, Ph.D.,, 8(4):8
√ Training Motivation, Imagery, Confidence, Psychology, Social
Imagery Training for Pitch Recognition to Improve Batting Performance, Gary C. Hamill, Ph.D., SB11
Keys to Creating More Consistent Softball/Baseball Players,
Jeff Janssen M.S., SB13
Controlling Unproductive Thoughts for Confidence and Trust,
Wes Sime, SB 16
Conditioning the Mind-The SMART Way to Establishing and Achieving Practice Goals, Peter Haberl, SB 22
Mental Conditioning for Baseball and Softball Three Key Steps to Entering the Zone, Ed O’Keefe, 3(1):10
Five Keys to Building Winning Baseball and Softball Teams!, Ed OíKeefe, 3(6):11
Conditioning the Mind Approaching It One Pitch at a Time, Ken Pavizza, Ph.d., 3(7):8
Approaches To Training and Conditioning Considerations Based on Gender Differences, Kathy DeBoer, SBN54
Practical Applications of Heart Rate Studies and the Re-Orienting Response
to Improve Baseball/Softball Performance, Gary C. Hamill, Ed.D, 8(3):5
Pro Baseball/Softball Conditioning Digest Features
√ Favorite Exercises of the Stars/Coaches
Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez, Pitcher, NY Yankees, SB11
Sheila Douty-1B USA Softball National Team, SB12
Sammy Sosa, Outfielder, Chicago Cubs, SB13
Joe Garardi, Catcher, NY Yankees, SB14
Eric Milton, Pitcher, Minnesota Twins, SB 15
Rhonda Revelle, Head Softball Coach, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, SB 17
Trevor Hoffman, Pitcher, San Diego Padres, SB 17
Bill Wagner, Pitcher, Houston Astros, SB 21
Dot Richardson-2B USA Softball National Team, SB 22
Gil Heredia, Oakland Athletics, SB 23
Paul O’Neill, Outfielder, NY Yankees, SB 24
Mike Sweeney, 1st Base, Kansas City Royals, SB 24
Jermaine Dye, Outfield, Kansas City Royals, SB 25
Jorge Posada, Catcher, NY Yankees, SB 26
Mac Suzuki, Pitcher, Kansas City Royals, SB 26
Doc Gooden, Pitcher, NY Yankees, SB 26
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Aaron Boone, 3(1):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Sean Casey, 3(1):6
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Jason Giambi, 3(2):7
Favorite Exercises of the Coach Tim Corbin, 3(3):9
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Magglio Ordonez, 3(4):8
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Corie Koskie, 3(5):5
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Speed Drills, Sheri Kempf , SBN41
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Three-Three and One Drill – Baseball/Softball Skill Specific Warm-up, Don Freeman, Pitching Coach, USA Baseball National Youth Team, SBN43
Favorite Exercises of The Stars: Single Leg Medicine Ball Around the Worlds, Damion Easley, Second Baseman, Detroit Tigers, SBN44
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Off-bench Oblique Twists, David Noonan M.S., Conditioning Coach, University of Nebraska-Omaha, SBN44
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- The Squat, Terrance Long, Outfielder, Oakland A’s, SBN45
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches- Post Practice Short Games, Mona Stevens, University of Utah. SBN45
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Medicine Ball Throw Down Routine, Edgar Martinez-Seattle Mariners, SBN47
Favorite Exercise of the Coach-Single Leg Pick Up (Medicine Ball, Single Leg, Straight Leg Deadlift), Kevin Barr, Conditioning Coach, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, SBN52
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- Multi-Task Base Running, Michelle Venturella, SBN54
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Javier Vazquez, Pitcher, New York Yankees, Medicine Ball Over the Top Slam Tosses SBN56
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Lung Position Medicine Ball Twist and Wall Throw, Jerry Hairston, 2nd Baseman, Baltimore Orioles, SBN57
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Selected Exercises to Increase Ground Based Hip Force Generation in the Swing, Gary Sheffield, Outfielder, New York Yankees, SBN57
√ Conditioning Interviews
Jeff Mangold- Conditioning Coach- New York Yankees, SB11
Bruce Hammel- Conditioning Coach- Chicago Cubs, SB12
Nardi Contreras, Pitching Coach, Chicago White Sox, SB13
Fernando Montes, Conditioning Coach-Cleveland Indians, SB14
Rhonda Revelle, Head Softball Coach University of Nebraska, Lincoln SB 17
Dot Richardson, USA Softball National Team, SB 21
Gene Coleman- Conditioning Coach- Houston Astos, SB 22
Conditioning Interview: Role of a Strength and Conditioning Professional in Baseball and Softball, Bob Alejo, 3(4):5
Conditioning Interview—A Conditioning Prospective: Learning and Avoiding Things That Don’t Work, Kevin Barr, Conditioning Coach, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, SBN51
Conditioning Interview—Effort-Intensity and Keeping it Simple, Andy Kettler, Conditioning Coach, Kansas City Royals, 6(5):1
√ Questions Answered
Sheila Douty, USA Softball, SB11
Fernando Montes, Conditioning Coach, Cleveland Indians, SB 15
Kevin Harmon, Conditioning Coach Tampa Bay Devil Rays SB 24
Bob Alejo, Conditioning Coach, Oakland Athletics, SB 25
Questions Answered, Rob Childress, 3(3):9
Questions Answered, Tim Bishop, 3(4):7
√ Scouting Report- What the Pros Look For
Pitchers, A. Eugene Coleman, Ed. D., Houston Astros, SB11
Hitting, A. Eugene Coleman, Ed. D., Houston Astros, SB12
Position Players, A. Eugene Coleman, Ed. D., Houston Astros, SB13
Rhonda Revelle, Head Women’s Softball Coach, University of Nebraska, Lincoln SB16
Scouting Report What Coaches Look For, Tim Saunders, 3(7):5
Cindy Bristow, Head Coach Florida Wahoos SB 24 Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Cheri Kempf, SBN42
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Mark “Lunch” McKenzie, USA Baseball Junior Olympic National Team, SBN43
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Mona Stevens, University of Utah, SBN45
Scouting Report — Don Freeman, Pitching Coach, USA Baseball National Youth Team, SBN46
Scouting Report – What Coaches Look For-Mark “Lunch” McKenzie, SBN53
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Michelle Venturella, University of Iowa
SBN56
Lean and Clean
Lean and Clean: The Long Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Developing a Routine, Chris Joyner, Toronto Blue Jays 6(7):1
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players, Working with 12-Year-Olds, Jose Vazquez, PT, 7(1):1
Lean and Clean: The Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Core Control: Where it all Begins, Frank Velasquez, 7(2):1
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Early and Late Bloomers, Donovan T. Santas, 7(4):8
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Hip Function, David Page, 7(5):5
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- In-season Conditioning for the Select Team Player, Allen Wirtala, 8(1):8
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players-Leg Circuit, Brian Grapes, California Angels 8(2):6
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players-Young Players: Over Played and Under Developed, Perry Castellano, Minnesota Twins 8(3):5
√ Other Performance Issues
An Inside Look at Player Development of the Kansas City Royals-Part 1, with Tim Maxie, SB 15
An Inside Look at Player Development of the Kansas City Royals-Part 2, with Allard Baird Vice and Bob Hegman, SB 16
Selecting a Martial Arts Instructor for Your Performance Team and Using Martial Arts to Training Baseball/Softball Players, Ray Silverstrand, 3(1):3
Building a Performance Resource Advisory Team for Optimal Conditioning, Ken Kontor, 3(1):8
Baseball and Softball Conditioning Tips Practical Things You Can Use Now, 3(3):2
Dealing With Diverse Conditioning Backgrounds to Advance Performance Levels of Baseball and Softball Players, Tim Bishop, 3(5):3
Conditioning the USA Youth National Team, Tim Saunders, 3(7):6
New York Yankees – Conditioning Traditions, the Conditioning Facility, Jeff Mangold – Conditioning Coach, New York Yankees, SBN44
Physical Profile and Conditioning Considerations of the Softball Player Entering College, Mona Stevens,University of Utah, SBN45
Weight Carrying Capacity: A Revolutionary New System of Looking at Body Weight, Height and Body Types in Athletes, Dave Ellis R.D., L.M.N.T., C.S.C.S., SBN47
Conditioning Interview—A Conditioning Prospective: Learning and Avoiding Things That Don’t Work, Kevin Barr, Conditioning Coach, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, SBN51
Things You Should Know Before Individualizing Your Baseball/Softball Conditioning Program, Tim Maxey, Conditioning Coach, Cleveland Indians, SBN51
Developing a Baseball/Softball Athletic Training Facility, Randy Popple, Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, SBN53
Proactive Role of A Baseball Strength and Conditioning Coach, John Rewolinski, SBN55
Baseball/Softball Conditioning Issues-Relationship of Force Producing and Stabilizing Muscles-Specific vs. General Training,-Building Team Chemistry, Tim Maxey, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Cleveland Indians SBN56
Performance Team Management: Improving Communication Skills from a Strength and Conditioning Prospective, John Relowlinski,, 6(4):5
Professional Baseball Strength and Conditioning Coaches Society Progress Report, Tim Maxey, 7(2):5
Orientating and Adjusting New Players into a Professional Baseball Conditioning System- The Cincinnati Reds Approach, Matthew C. Krause 7(4):5
From Spring Training to Season End: How to Adjust the Volume of Training to Meet Demands of the Long Season, Michael C West MEd., ATC-L 7(5):8
Developing Coaching Expertise: Moving Through the Beginning-Competent-Proficient-Expert Continuum, Kristen Dieffenbach, PhD, 8(1):11
Club Issues: Make the Commitment-Using End of Season Team/Coach/Self Evaluation and Contract, Jeff Foster, 8(4):11
Performance Conditioning Baseball/Softball Back Issue Library by Issue
Volume 1 Number 1
Pre-season Conditioning Program for Softball/Baseball,
Rhonda Revelle,(1):1
Rotational Power Zone Training for Baseball/Softball,
Tim Lang, 1(1):3
Conditioning Interview: Jeff Mangold- Conditioning Coach- New York Yankees, 1(1):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez, Pitcher, NY Yankees, 1(1):6
Questions Answered-Sheila Douty, USA Softball, 1(1):7
Scouting Report- What the Pros Look For Pitchers,
A. Eugene Coleman, Ed. D., Houston Astros, 1(1):8
Performance Rehab- Returning to Play after Lower Extremity Injuries, Joan M. Scherbring, ATC, M.S.Ed, 1(1):9
Imagery Training for Pitch Recognition to Improve Batting Performance, Gary C. Hamill, Ph.D., 1(1):9
Selecting the Right Sunglass Lens Color for Optimum Hitting Vision,
Darlene A. Kluka, Ph.D., 1(1):10
Creatine Supplementation Guidelines for the Baseball/Softball Athlete, David Ellis, 1(1):11
Volume 1 Number 2
Developing First Step Quickness and Short Acceleration for Base running and Field Play, Steve Odgers, 1(2):1
Pre-season Conditioning Program for Softball/Baseball-Part 2 The Exercises, Rhonda Revelle, 1(2):4
Conditioning Interview: Bruce Hammel- Conditioning Coach- Chicago Cubs, 1(2):5
Scouting Report- What the Pros Look For Hitting, A. Eugene Coleman, Ed. D., Houston Astros, 1(2):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Sheila Douty-1B USA Softball National Team, 1(2):9
Imagery Training for Pitch Recognition to Improve Batting Performance, Gary C. Hamill, 1(2):12
Volume 1 Number 3
Performance Profiles of the Intercollegiate Softball Player and What They Mean for the Coach, Darlene A. Kluka, Ph. D., 1(3):1
In-Season Conditioning for Starting Pitchers with 4 Days Rest,
Chris Anderson, 1(3):3
Conditioning Interview- Nardi Contreras, Pitching Coach, Chicago White Sox, 1(3):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Sammy Sosa, Outfielder, Chicago Cubs, 1(3):7
Scouting Report- What the Pros Look For- Position Players, A. Eugene Coleman, Ed. D., Houston Astros, 1(3):7
Using Weight Training as a Tool to Improve Lateral Movement in Baseball/Softball, Allen Hedrick, M.A., 1(3):9
Keys to Creating More Consistent Softball/Baseball Players,
Jeff Janssen M.S., 1(3):11
Volume 1 Number 4
Power Start Mechanics in Softball Base Running, George Nevole Jr., 1(4):1
Exercises to Improve Hand Wrist Strength for Baseball/Softball,
Michael Yessis, PhD.1(4):4
Conditioning Interview-Fernando Montes, Cleveland Indians, 1(4):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Joe Garardi, Catcher, NY Yankees, 1(4):8
Performance Rehab- Returning to Play after Upper Extremity Injuries, Joan M. Scherbring, ATC, M.S.Ed, 1(4):9
Principle and Practices of a Softball/Baseball Winter Conditioning Program, Courtney Carter, 1(4):10
Baseball/Softball In-season Simulated Game Conditioning Program,
Fernando Montes, 1(4):12
Volume 1 Number 5
New York Yankee 10 Minute Pregame Band-Aided Flexibility Routine, Jeff Mangold, 1(5):1
Body Link Training for the Pitcher-The Lower Body, Lori Sipple, 1(5):2
An Inside Look at Player Development of the Kansas City Royals-Part 1, with Tim Maxie, 1(5):5
Questions Answered-Fernando Montes, Conditioning Coach, Cleveland Indians, 1(5):8
Overhead Lifting for Shoulder Strength and Stability in Baseball and Softball Players-A 4 Step Progression, Kevin Coleman, ME, 1(5):9
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Eric Milton, Pitcher, Minnesota Twins, 1(5):9
Long Toss Training Progression for Arm Strength Development,
Vern Gambetta, 1(5):12
Volume 1 Number 6
Body Link Training for the Pitcher- the Upper Body, Lori Sipple, 1(6):1
Controlling Unproductive Thoughts for Confidence and Trust,
Wes Sime, 1(6):4
An Inside Look at Player Development of the Kansas City Royals-Part 2, with Allard Baird Vice and Bob Hegman, 1(6):5
Scouting Report- What the Pros Look For, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, 1(6):8
Coaches Guide to Training the Core/Trunk Part 1, Allen Hedrick, M.A., 1(6):9
Volume 1 Number 7
Body Link Training for the Pitcher- the Core, Lori Sipple, 1(7):1
Agility Exercises and Tests and Their Use in a Conditioning Program,
with Sam Gannelli, 1(7):3
Conditioning Interview-Rhonda Revelle, University of Nebraska, Lincoln 1(7):5
Coaches Favorite Exercises-Rhonda Revelle, Head Women’s Softball Coach, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, 1(7):6
Favorite Exercises of the Stars-Trevor Hoffman, Pitcher, San Diego Padres, 1(7):7
Coaches Guide to Training the Core/Trunk Part 2, Allen Hedrick, M.A., 1(7):8
Volume 2 Number 1
Improving Finger and Hand Actions for Pitching, Michael Yessis, 2(1):1
Understanding Core Training and Its Importance to Baseball/Softball,
Vern Gambetta, 2(1):4
Conditioning Interview: Dot Richardson, USA Softball National Team, 2(1):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Bill Wagner, Pitcher, Houston Astros, 2(1):7
Dehydration Testing Protocol-Improving Performance and Avoiding Heat-related Problems during Training and Competitions, Peter McCraw, 2(1):8
Index- Performance Conditioning Baseball/Softball, 2(1):12
Volume 2 Number 2
Mid-Season Conditioning on a Four Day a Week Softball Pitching Schedule, Lori Sipple, 2(2):1
Science of Hitting- Using the Needs Analysis to Improve Bat Speed,
John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., 2(2):2
Conditioning Interview: Gene Coleman- Conditioning Coach- Houston Astos, 2(2):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Dot Richardson-2B USA Softball National Team, 2(2):7
Nutrition Bars - Power or Junk Food? Barbara Day, M.S., R.D., C.N., 2(2):8
Conditioning the Mind-The SMART Way to Establishing and Achieving Practice Goals, Peter Haberl, 2(2):9
Principles and Practices of Movement vs Muscle Training for Baseball/Softball, Vern Gambetta, 2(2):10
Volume 2 Number 3
Zone Training To Prioritize Your Baseball/Softball Training Time,
John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., 2(3):1
Building a Strong Base-12-Week High School and Collegiate Off-Season Strength Training Program for Baseball/Softball,
John Sisk, 2(3):3
Conditioning Interview-Knowing the Pitcher’s Fatigue Point and How to Manage It, Cindy Bristow, Head Coach Florida Wahoos 2(3):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Gil Heredia, Oakland Athletics, 2(3):6
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Dot Richardson, Second Base, USA Softball Team, 2(3):7
Understanding Sports Vision and Implementing It Into the Performance Conditioning Team, Dr. Jack Gardne 2(3):7
Volume 2 Number 4
Making your Conditioning Fun and Sport Specific, Linda Derk,2(4):1
Contact Zone Focus: A New Visual Approach to Successful Hitting,
Scott Ford, Darlene A. Kluka, Ph. D., William L. Hines, M.D., 2(4):3
Conditioning Interview-Rationale and Methods of Heavy Strength Training for Baseball/Softball, Bob Alejo, Conditioning Coach, Oakland Athletics 2(4):5
Scouting Report- What the Pros Look For, Cindy Bristow, Head Coach Florida Wahoos 2(4):7
Questions Answered-Kevin Harmon, 2(4):8
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Paul O’Neill, Outfielder, NY Yankees, 2(4):8
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Mike Sweeney, 1st Base, Kansas City Royals, 2(4):9
Fueling Tactics 3 Winning Steps to Performance Eating- Step One-Stress Reduction Through Natural Sources of Vitamin A, C, and E, Dave Ellis, RD 2(4):10
Volume 2 Number 5
Improving Bat Speed- Part One, with John Rewolinski, 2(5):1
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Jermaine Dye, Outfield, Kansas City Royals, 2(5):5
Avoiding and Neutralizing Back Pain for Improved Hitting and Throwing Performance, Kevin Harmon, A.T.,C, 2(5):6
No Cost/ Equipment-Manual Resistance Strength Training for Baseball/Softball, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S. 2(5):8
Questions Answered-Bob Alejo, Conditioning Coach, Oakland Athletics, 2(5):12
Volume 2 Number 6
Improving Bat Speed- Part Two The Power Phase, John Rewolinski, 2(6):1
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Jorge Posada, Catcher, NY Yankees, 2(6):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Mac Suzuki, Pitcher, Kansas City Royals, 2(6):6
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Doc Gooden, Pitcher, NY Yankees, 2(6):6
Part One: Pitching/Throwing Specific Strength Threshold
Tracking Pitching/Throwing Count to Prevent Overuse
Injury, John Rewolinski, 2(6):7
Fueling Tactics: Three Winning Steps to Performance Eating-
Step Two-Alter Your Carbohydrate Intake Relative To Your Activity,
Dave Ellis RD,2(6):10
Volume 2 Number 7
Improving Bat Speed- Part Three, Transforming Power to Hitting Skills, John Rewolinski, 2(7):1
Fueling Tactics Three Winning Steps to Performance Eating-
Step Three-Select A Lean Protein Source, Dave Ellis, RD, 2(7):3
Conditioning Interview-Lance Sewell, Head Conditioning Coach, Cincinnati Reds, 2(7):5
Part Two: Pitching/Throwing Specific Strength Threshold
Tracking Pitching/Throwing Count to Prevent Overuse Injury, John Rewolinski, 2(7):8
Principles in Conditioning- Understanding and Training the Three Planes of Movement, Vern Gambetta, 2(7):8
Volume 3, Number 1
Super Abdominal Routine for Pitching Endurance and Performance, Chris Anderson, 3(1):1
Selecting a Martial Arts Instructor for Your Performance Team and Using Martial Arts to Training Baseball/Softball Players, Ray Silverstrand, 3(1):3
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Aaron Boone, 3(1):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Sean Casey, 3(1):6
Program Design Adding Variety to Your Strength Training Methods, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S., 3(1):7
Building a Performance Resource Advisory Team for Optimal Conditioning, Ken Kontor, 3(1):8
Mental Conditioning for Baseball and Softball Three Key Steps to Entering the Zone, Ed O’Keefe, 3(1):10
Letters, 3(1):12
Volume 3, Number 2
Strategies in Baseball and Softball Off- and In-Season Conditioning, Sean Huls, 3(2):1
Conditioning Interview Seasonal Considerations in Hitting, Tim Corbin, 3(2):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Jason Giambi, 3(2):7
Program Design: Methods of Improving Athletic Performance Through Strength Training, Allen Hedrick, M.A., C.S.C.S., 3(2):7
Vision Conditioning: Understanding Timing versus Technique in Hitting, Scott Ford, USPTA, IASV, 3(2):9
Performance Conditioning Baseball/Softball Index Volume 2 3(2):12
Volume 3, Number 3
Balance and Stability Tubing Routine for Baseball and Softball Pitchers, Steve Odgers, 3(3):1
Baseball and Softball Conditioning Tips Practical Things You Can Use Now, 3(3):2
In-season Weekly Throwing and Conditioning Program, Rob Childress, 3(3):3
Pre-season Conditioning Guide for Catchers, Gene Coleman, 3(3):A
Favorite Exercises of the Coach Tim Corbin, 3(3):9
Questions Answered, Rob Childress, 3(3):9
Balance Training in a Baseball or Softball Strength and Conditioning Program, Allen Hebrick, M.A., C.S.C.S., 3(3):11
Volume 3, Number 4
Functional Rehabilitation: Interval Throwing Program for Windmill Pitchers, Wendy Hurd, P.T., 3(4):1
Conditioning Interview: Explosive and Overload Training to Improve Hitting, Dave Hudgens, 3(4):3
Conditioning Interview: Role of a Strength and Conditioning Professional in Baseball and Softball, Bob Alejo, 3(4):5
Questions Answered, Tim Bishop, 3(4):7
Favorite Exercises of the Stars Magglio Ordonez, 3(4):8
Vision Conditioning The Real Cause of Bad Timing: The Eyes, Scott Ford, USPTA, IASV, 3(4):11
Volume 3, Number 5
Shoulder and Elbow Strength Improvement and Maintenance Program, Rob Childress, 3(5):1
Dealing With Diverse Conditioning Backgrounds to Advance Performance Levels of Baseball and Softball Players, Tim Bishop, 3(5):3
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Corie Koskie, 3(5):5
Baseball and Softball Players Guide to SAFE Plyometrics, Greg Brittenham, 3(5):6
Glare Ware for Baseball/Softball, Paul M. Planer, O. D., 3(5):10
Simple Three-Step Approach to Baseball/Softball Conditioning, Randy Popple, 3(5):11
Volume 3, Number 6
Three Step Progressive Shoulder Training, Part One, Karen S. Bloch, MS, ATC, 3(6):1
How to Condition High School ìAlways In-Seasonî Athletes, Chuck Bova, 3(6):5
Five Keys to Building Winning Baseball and Softball Teams!, Ed OíKeefe, 3(6):11
Volume 3, Number 7
Three Step Progressive Shoulder Training, Part Two, Karen S. Bloch, MS, ATC, 3(7):1
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Tim Saunders, 3(7):5
Scouting Report What Coaches Look For, Tim Saunders, 3(7):5
Conditioning the USA Youth National Team, Tim Saunders, 3(7):6
Conditioning the Mind Approaching It One Pitch at a Time, Ken Pavizza, Ph.d., 3(7):8
Performance Conditioning for Baseball/Softball Index Volume 3(7):12
Volume 4 Number 1
The Physical Nature of Softball Pitching, Sheri Kempf, 4(1):1
Power Training for Baseball/Softball, Paul Fleschler, 4(1):3
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Speed Drills, Sheri Kempf , 4(1):5
Planning Your Eating- How to Periodize Nutrition for Improved Performance, Dave Ellis R.D., L.M.N.T., C.S.C.S , 4(1): 5
Sports Medicine and Science Year In Review 2001-Part One
Arnie Baker, MD, 4(1):10
Volume 4 Number 2
University of North Carolina Fall Season Approach to Year Round Baseball/Softball Conditioning, Greg Gatz, 4(2):1
Conditioning Interview- Technique Considerations in Developing Physical Conditioning Programming for Young Hitters, Mark “Lunch” McKenzie, USA Baseball Junior Olympic National Team, 4(2):5
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Cheri Kempf, 4(2):12
Volume 4 Number 3
Essentials in Conditioning the Pitch, Don Freeman, Pitching Coach, USA Baseball National Youth Team, 4(3):1
Loose vs. Tight — Individual In-season Training Method Considerations, Randy Popple, Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, 4(3):3
The Role of Flexibility in Baseball/Softball, Randy Popple, Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, 4(3):4
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, Don Freeman, Pitching Coach, USA Baseball National Youth Team, 4(3):5
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Mark “Lunch” McKenzie, USA Baseball Junior Olympic National Team, 4(3):6
Strength Training for the Softball Player, Sara Wiley, Strength and Conditioning Coach, University of Minnesota, 4(3):7
New Age Nutrition Supplementations: A Calm Before the Storm, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., 4(3):12
Volume 4 Number 4
Conditioning Program Ideas to take it to the Next Level, Randy Popple, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, 4(4):1
New York Yankees – Conditioning Traditions, the Conditioning Facility, Jeff Mangold – Conditioning Coach, New York Yankees, 4(4):2
The Oakland A’s Program – A Simple, Workable Approach to Conditioning the Baseball/Softball Player, Clarence Cockrell, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Oakland A’s, 4(4):3
Favorite Exercises of The Stars: Damion Easley, Second Baseman, Detroit Tigers, 4(4):5
Guidelines in Working the Core in a Strength and Conditioning Program for the Baseball/Softball Player, Dennie Taft, Conditioning Coach, Detroit Tigers, 4(4):8
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches, David Noonan M.S., Conditioning Coach, University of Nebraska-Omaha, 4(4):11
Volume 4 Number 5
Seattle Mariners Conditioning – Combining General with Sport-Specific Movement Strength Training to Improve Baseball/Softball Performance, Allen Wirtala, A.T.C., Conditioning Coach, Seattle Mariners, 4(5):1
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Terrance Long, Outfielder, Oakland A’s, 4(5):5
Favorite Exercises of the Coaches-Mona Stevens, University of Utah. 4(5):6
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Mona Stevens, University of Utah, 4(5):6
Physical Profile and Conditioning Considerations of the Softball Player Entering College, Mona Stevens,University of Utah, 4(5):10
Volume 4 Number 6
How Breathing and Body Awareness Techniques Apply to The Strength and Skill Development of Baseball/Softball Players, Julie A. Victor, 4(6):1
The Right of Spring- A Comprehensive Look at “Spring Training” Conditioning Part I, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., Former Milwaukee Brewers, Strength and Conditioning Coach, 4(5):3
Scouting Report — Don Freeman, Pitching Coach, USA Baseball National Youth Team, 4(5):5
Proper Use of Selectorized Exercise Machines to Improve Acceleration and Power, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., Former Milwaukee Brewers, Strength and Conditioning Coach, 4(5):5
Cuban Press – Shoulder Strengthening Exercise, Al Scates, Men’s Head Volleyball Coach, UCLA, 4(5):11
Volume 4 Number 7
Starting a Youth Conditioning Program for Softball, With Janice Loudon, Ph.D., PT, ATC, CSCS, University of Kansas Medical Center, 4(7):1
The Right of Spring-A Comprehensive Look at “Spring Training” Conditioning Part II, John Rewolinski, C.S.C.S., Former Milwaukee Brewers, Strength and Conditioning Coach, 4(7):3
Favorite Exercises of the Stars-Edgar Martinez-Seattle Mariners, 4(7):5
Weight Carrying Capacity: A Revolutionary New System of Looking at Body Weight, Height and Body Types in Athletes, Dave Ellis R.D., L.M.N.T., C.S.C.S., 4(7):6
Volume 5 Number 1
The Right of Spring-A Comprehensive Look at “Spring Training” Conditioning Part III, John Rewolinski, 5(1):1
Pre-game and Practice Dynamic Warm-up Session, Mona Stevens, 5(1):3
Conditioning Interview—A Conditioning Prospective: Learning and Avoiding Things That Don’t Work, Kevin Barr, Conditioning Coach, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, 5(1):5
Heel and Big Toe Pain and the Use of the Seated Calf Raise, John Rewolinski, 5(1): 9
Things You Should Know Before Individualizing Your Baseball/Softball Conditioning Program, Tim Maxey, Conditioning Coach, Cleveland Indians, 5(1):10
Performance Conditioning Baseball/Softball Index, Volume 4, 5(1):12
Volume 5 Number 2
Yoga for Postural Alignment and Dynamic Flexibility for Pitchers, Steve Odgers, 5(2):1
University of Arizona Wildcat Baseball-High School and Collegiate Considerations for Position-Specific Conditioning, Rosalin Hanna, 5(2):5
Favorite Exercise of the Coach-Single Leg Pick Up (Medicine Ball, Single Leg, Straight Leg Deadlift), Kevin Barr, Conditioning Coach, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, 5(2):5
New York Yankee Case Study—In-season Body Fat Reduction Conditioning Program for Baseball and Softball Pitchers, Jeff Mangold, 5(2):8
Special REPORT: Stretching the Truth—What the Latest Research Says About Static Stretching, Ken Kontor, 5(2):10
Volume 5 Number 3
Progressive, Comprehensive Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury Prevention Program for Female Athletes, Andrea Hudy, 5(3):1
Scouting Report – What Coaches Look For-Mark “Lunch” McKenzie, 5(3):5
Developing a Baseball/Softball Athletic Training Facility, Randy Popple, Conditioning Coach, Minnesota Twins, 5(3):6
Improper Biomechanics and Other Contributing Factors to Injury in Softball and Baseball Players, Karen S. Bloch, M.S., LAT, 5(3):7
In-season Conditioning Template for the Position Players, John Rewolinski, 5(3):11
Volume 5 Number 4
Softball Conditioning—The University of Iowa Program, Michelle Venturella 5(4):1
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- Multi-Task Base Running, Michelle Venturella, 5(4):5
In-season Conditioning Template for the Starting Pitchers, John Rewolinski, 5(4):6
Low or No Cost Strength Training: Adding Variety with Kegs and Tractor Tires, 5(4):9
Approaches To Training and Conditioning Considerations Based on Gender Differences, Kathy DeBoer, 5(4):10
Volume 5 Number 5
Beginning Baseball Balance, Tim Bishop, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Baltimore Orioles, 5(5):1
Proactive Role of A Baseball Strength and Conditioning Coach, John Rewolinski, 5(5):5
Comparing and Contrasting Balance for Baseball and Softball, Marc Dagenais, 5(5):8
The Ultimate in Movement-Specific Conditioning for Pitchers, Fernando Montes, Director Strength and Conditioning, Texas Rangers, 5(5):11
Volume 5 Number 6
Baseball/Softball Conditioning Issues-Relationship of Force Producing and Stabilizing Muscles-Specific vs. General Training,-Building Team Chemistry, Tim Maxey, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Cleveland Indians 5(6):1
Gaining 1st Step Speed in Baseball and Softball, Brian Blott and Karen S. Bloch, M.S., LAT, 5(6):3
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Javier Vazquez, Pitcher, New York Yankees, Medicine Ball Over the Top Slam Tosses 5(6):5
Scouting Report — What Coaches Look For, Michelle Venturella, University of Iowa
5(6):6
No Cost No Equipment Strength Training-Manual Resistance Partner Training, Ed Ellis, 5(6):11
Volume 5 Number 7
Anatomy of a Strength and Conditioning System, Allen Thomas, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Chicago White Sox, 5(7):1
Favorite Exercises of the Stars, Lung Position Medicine Ball Twist and Wall Throw, Jerry Hairston, 2nd Baseman, Baltimore Orioles, 5(7):5
Favorite Exercises of the Stars- Selected Exercises to Increase Ground Based Hip Force Generation in the Swing, Gary Sheffield, Outfielder, New York Yankees, 5(7):6
Correct Body Mechanics BEFORE Correct Techniques: What You Need to Know Before Starting a Strength Program, Mike Arthur, 5(7):7
Water and Salt Guidelines for Athletes, Ken Kontor, 5(7):11
Volume 6 Number 1
Transferring Athletic Skills to Baseball & Softball Skills-A Matter of Power, Jeff Mangold, Strength and Conditioning Coach, New York Yankees, 6(1):1
Teaching the Hang Clean Safely-Step-by-Step, Tom Justice, 6(1):2
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- The Exercise/Workout: No Weight Room Leg/Core/Shoulder Development Program, Daryl Kapis, 6(1):5
Physical Development Guidelines for Introducing the Olympic Style Lifts to Athletes
Paul Fleschler, Men’s Resident Coach, USA Weightlifting, 6(1):10
Volume 6 Number 2
Conditioning Catchers for Real-World Professional Softball, Amber Burgess, and Laura Pilakowski, 6(2):1
A Softball Player’s Guide to Learning the Squat, Eric Burkhardt, M.A., , and Eric La Bombarda, 6(2):3
Favorite Exercise of the Coach- Wall/Ball Overhead Squat, Paul Fleschler, Men’s Resident Coach, USA Weightlifting, 6(2):5
Kansas State University Fall Baseball Conditioning Program, Chris Anderson, 6(2):6
Volume 6 Number 3
Waking up the Baseball Muscles: A-Rod’s 35 Minute, Pre-game Dynamic Warm-up Program, Jeff Mangold, Conditioning Coach, New York Yankees, 6(3):1
Standing Trunk Training, Allen Hedrick, M.A., 6(3):4
Reading Research-Game Situations Running Speed to 1st Base
Gene Coleman, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Houston Astros, 5(3):6
Performance Conditioning Baseball Index- Volume 5, 6(3):12
Volume 6 Number 4
University of Nebraska’s Three Week Off/pre-season “Flex” Program for Softball, Laura Pilakwski, 6(4):1
Performance Team Management: Improving Communication Skills from a Strength and Conditioning Prospective, John Relowlinski,, 6(4):5
In-season Conditioning Template for the Starting Pitchers, John Rewolinski, 5(4):6
ACL Injury In the Female Athlete-What Research Says and What You Can Do, Ken Kontor, 6(4):8
Ask the Expert: Favorite Wrist Strengthening Exercise, 6(4):12
Volume 6 Number 5
Conditioning Interview—Effort-Intensity and Keeping it Simple, Andy Kettler, Conditioning Coach, Kansas City Royals, 6(5):1
Combining Agility and Explosive Power for Improved Baseball/Softball Performance, Tim Bishop, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Baltimore Orioles, 6(5):3
First Time Strength Training Program for Female Softball Players, Robert L. Brown, 6(5):8
Hydration Assessment Using the WUT System, 6(5):10
Building Your Warm-up Exercise Menu—Combining Running with Core, Hip and Shoulder Mobility, Jose Thadeu, 6(5):11
Volume 6 Number 6
University of Louisville Softball DIAMOND SPEED-Combining Mobility Mechanics Acceleration and Quick Reaction, Teena Murray MS 6(6):1
Sports Medicine and Science in Review 6(6):4
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The fallacy of balance training, Dr. Tudor Bompa, 6(6):5
General Preparation Circuit-Combining Core and Leg Development for TRUE Functional Training, Mike Arthur, M.S.C.C., 6(6):6
Improving Hip Mobility, Brian Goodstein A.T.,C.,6(6):11
Volume 6 Number 7
Lean and Clean: The Long Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Developing a Routine, Chris Joyner, 6(7):1
Simple Exercise to Measure/Train Hamstring Strength, 6(7):5
Economy of Time in the High School Setting-Combining Speed/Jump Skill Development with Dumbbell Matrix Strength Training to Achieve Optimal Results-Part 1 Warm-up, Ed Dudley, 5(7):11
Volume 7 Number 1
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players, Working with 12-Year-Olds, Jose Vazquez, PT, 7(1):1
Fighting Fatigue , 7(1):5
Economy of Time in the High School Setting-Combining Speed/Jump Skill Development with Dumbbell Matrix Strength Training to Achieve Optimal Results-Part II Dumbbell Matrix, Ed Dudley, 7(1):6
Five Exercises to develop the Youth Athlete Posterior Chain, Robert L. Brown, 7(1):8
The Hands-On Sports Massage Techniques for Lower Body Recovery,
Rebecca Milot, 7(1):10
Performance Conditioning Baseball/Softball Index- Volume 6, 7(1):12
Volume 7 Number 2
Lean and Clean: The Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Core Control: Where it all Begins, Frank Velasquez, 7(2):1
Professional Baseball Strength and Conditioning Coaches Society Progress Report, Tim Maxey, 7(2):5
Economy of Time in the High School Setting-Combining Speed/Jump Skill Development with Dumbbell Matrix Strength Training to Achieve Optimal Results-Part III Total Body Workout and Core Circuit, Ed Dudley, 7(2):7
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The Fallacy Training the Stabilizer Muscles,
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 7(2):11
Volume 7 Number 3
In-season Conditioning Template for the Relief Pitchers, Developed and prepared by John Rewolinski, 7(3):1
Time Effective Dynamic Warm-up, John McBride, 7(3):5
Introducing the Power Pull: Enjoying the Benefits of Explosive Lifting for Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball/Softball Without the Risks and Hassles, Harvey S. Newton, 7(3):8
Volume 7 Number 4
Spring Training Nutritional Guidelines-Getting Ready for High Volume and High Eccentric Muscle Loading , Dave Ellis, RD, 7(4):1
Overreaching vs. Overtraining- Understanding the Difference, Randal L. Wilber, Ph.D., 7(4):2
Orientating and Adjusting New Players into a Professional Baseball Conditioning System- The Cincinnati Reds Approach, Matthew C. Krause 7(4):5
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Early and Late Bloomers, Donovan T. Santas, 7(4):8
Avoiding heat illness by being S.M.A.R.T., 7(4):12
Volume 7 Number 5
Fast Facts- Preparing for Heat and Humidity What You Should Know Before Summer Hits, As Reported to Ken Kontor- by Lawrence E. Armstrong, Ph.D., FACSM,
7(5):1
How Right to Left Side Imbalances Affect Pitching Performance , Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, 7(5):3
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- Hip Function, David Page, 7(5):5
From Spring Training to Season End: How to Adjust the Volume of Training to Meet Demands of the Long Season, Michael C West MEd., ATC-L 7(5):8
Volume 7 Number 6
In-season Lunging for Outfield Strength and Power, John Rewolinski, 7(6):1
Sleep- The Forgotten Recovery Method, Roger S. Smith, DO, 7(6):3
Keys to Injury Prevention- Minimizing Risk to the Shoulder and the 90 Degrees Rule, Nate Shaw, ATC, 7(6):5
How Right To Left Side Imbalances Affect Pitching Performance
Part II, Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, 7(6):8
Creating Good Sleep/Recovery Habits on the Road, Dave Ellis, RD, 7(6):11
Volume 7 Number 7
Comparison of Dietary Guidelines for Athletes and the General Adult Population, Oksana Matvienko Ph.D., 7(7):1
How Right To Left Side Imbalances Affects Pitching Performance-Part III, Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, 7(7):4
Overtraining in Baseball, Brian Grapes, 7(7):5
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The fallacy of overspeed training
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 7(7):10
Volume 8 Number 1
Add to Your Exercise Menu with these Simple Off-the-Wall Exercises, Ed Dudley, 8(1):1
Anti-Steroid Intervention Strategy: A Unique Opportunity for Baseball, John M. Ellis, 8(1):5
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players- In-season Conditioning for the Select Team Player, Allen Wirtala, 8(1):8
Sports Science Research Digest, 8(1):9
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The fallacy of core strength, Dr. Tudor Bompa, 8(1):10
Volume 8 Number 2
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program, John Rewolinski, 8(2):1
Hoot’s Chalk Talk Steroids Awareness Clinic: The PBSCCS Perspective, Doug Jarrow, 8(2):5
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players-Leg Circuit, Brian Grapes, 8(2):6
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The Fallacy of Elastic Bands,
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 8(2):10
Developing Coaching Expertise: Moving Through the Beginning-Competent-Proficient-Expert Continuum, Kristen Dieffenbach, PhD, 8(1):11
Volume 8 Number 3
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program Part 2, John Rewolinski, 8(3):1
Practical Applications of Heart Rate Studies and the Re-Orienting Response
to Improve Baseball/Softball Performance, Gary C. Hamill, Ed.D, 8(3):5
Lean and Clean: A Long-Term, Comprehensive Approach to Developing Young Baseball Players-Young Players: Over Played and Under Developed, Perry Castellano, 8(3):5
Exploring the Myths of Conditioning-The Fallacy Sled and Harness Running,
Dr. Tudor Bompa, 8(3):8
Overview of Massage Therapy for Baseball/Softball Athletes and Coaches, Tim Monaco, 8(3):9
The Mitchell Report-Narrowing Focus on an Ever Expanding Situation, Dave Ellis, RD, 8(3):11
Volume 8 Number 4
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Program Part 3, John Rewolinski, 8(4):1
Overview of Massage Therapy for Cyclists and Coaches-Part II: Sorting Out Different Techniques and Practitioners,Tim Monaco, 8(4):4
The Range of Motion and Length/Tension Relationship: A New Way to Look at Flexibility and Dysfunction in Baseball and Softball Athletes, Nate Shaw, ATC, CSCS, 8(4):5
Female Athlete Triad: The Spectrum Approach, Lynda Ransdell, Ph.D.,, 8(4):8
Club Issues: Make the Commitment-Using End of Season Team/Coach/Self Evaluation and Contract, Jeff Foster, 8(4):11