by Rick Saggese | Jul 4, 2023 | blog
1. STANCE: This is the first aspect we want to attack b/c if you don’t start right you won’t finish right. This changes per the player’s strength and size. Majority of the time I like to keep it simple as hitting is hard enough so feet a little...
by Rick Saggese | Jun 16, 2023 | blog
Several years ago, a series of studies in the field of fitness appeared that brought into question the effectiveness of stretching. While a large number of scientists, as well as coaches and athletes, continue to entertain the idea of the apparent value of stretching...
by Rick Saggese | Jun 2, 2023 | blog
Performance goals can range from regaining the strength to pick up your grandchild, to running your first marathon, to competing for an Olympic gold medal. The size of the stage you are performing on can vary, but the feeling of accomplishment remains the same. We...
by Rick Saggese | May 17, 2023 | blog
Ground reaction forces (GRF) is not a new especially in the golfing industry but for the baseball world it is. What is ground reaction forces? To keep it simple it’s a way to measure one’s force that is produced in the ground thru a pressure mat...
by Rick Saggese | May 2, 2023 | blog
I have been helping players increase their bat speed successfully for many years! Some of the concepts you need to understand is exactly how the neurological system works when you are trying to teach the body a skill or to move faster. Many times I hear “swing...