Author: RPP

Most of our athletes who undergo Tommy John surgery end up throwing harder than prior to being Injured. Today, I’ll discuss not only why, but some of the key parameters in a good TJ Rehab Program. Topics Include:

• • Main causes of TJ
  • When to start a full body strength program (and “how”)
  • Working in conjunction with your PT and Ortho

Continue reading “Podcast #175: Throwing Harder and Training Considerations After TJ Surgery”

Today I’m addressing one of the biggest issues we see day in and day out as the season goes on and that is scapular instability. Topics Include:

• • What is scapular instability
  • What causes scapular instability
  • Some training methods to help prevent / improve it

Continue reading “Podcast #174: Addressing and Training Scapular Instability”

Today we’re sitting down with DPT Melanie Eskin of Paramus Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Today’s topic is maintaining health and maximizing performance during the season.

• • Most common in-season injuries and how to address them
  • Maintaining and / or improving IR in-season
  • Maintaining shoulder, hip & T-spine mobility
  • Manual therapy after outings, yes / no?

Continue reading “Podcast #173: Maximizing Your Spring Season by Staying Healthy with DPT Melanie Eskin”

Today I’m flying solo to discuss better training and recovery through improved breathing patterns. Topics Include:

• • Why proper breathing is crucial to performance and recovery
  • Understanding what type of breather you are
  • Corrective protocols

Continue reading “Podcast #172: Using Correct Breathing to Maximize Work and Recovery”

Today we’re sitting down with Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Associate Head Coach Seth Thibodeaux. While I was speaking at the Baseball Ontario Summit, I had the opportunity to hear Seth speak and knew he would be a great guest. Topics Include:

• • Changes in the 1st year college athlete over the past 5-10 years
  • Methods for taking on a leadership role as both player and coach
  • How to keep the culture thriving

Continue reading “Podcast #171: Coaching Ball in the Big Easy with Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Seth Thibodeaux”

Today I had a great time sitting down with Minnesota Twins AAA Pitching Coach Ryan Ricci. Topics Include:

• • Key gems to consider when moving up the coaching ranks
  • Creating a “winning environment”
  • Getting through “sticking points” on the mound

Continue reading “Podcast #170: Talking Shop with Minnesota Twins Pitching Coach Ryan Ricci”

Today we’re sitting down with Chicago White Sox Pitching Coach Rob Hardy. Rob brings with him a huge background in data analytics and college recruiting. Topics Include:

• • Setting up boundaries in a new environment
  • What’s next in pitching development
  • Being present on the mound

Continue reading “Podcast #169: Transitioning from Collegiate to Pro Ball with White Sox Pitching Coach Rob Hardy”

Today, we’re sitting down with RPP Pitching Coach Scott Shuman, as he shares his experiences pitching at both Auburn and years in pro ball, as well as his views on coaching young pitchers here at RPP.

Topics Include:

• • Getting the most out of a new athlete from day 1
  • When to work mechanics and when to work arsenal
  • Difference in approach when coaching 13-16 and 17+

Continue reading “Podcast #168: Throwing Harder, Throwing Safer, Mechanics, Arsenal and More… w/ Scott Shuman”

After a great weekend speaking at the Baseball Ontario Summit, it became very clear that information on arm care is still at the top of most coaches priority list. As a result we’ll take a deep dive into the topic. These Include:

• • Improving scap stability
  • Firing time of the cuff
  • Strengthening the traps and serratus
  • Much, much more…

Continue reading “Podcast #167: Bulletproofing the Shoulder and Elbow for Power and Endurance”