Start Your SOFTBALL WORKOUT Right
I was always told growing up: if you’re going to do it, make sure you do it right. There is a slight difference between doing the right things and doing things right. This applies to all aspects of life, including your softball workout.
So what is this difference? Well doing the right things – that’s doing the things you are supposed to do. For example, eating right, working out, going to the batting cages, taking ground balls… all coaches want to see players try to get better. But, just because you do something does not guarantee you a pat on the back. Going through the motions will NOT get you anywhere. Work to challenge yourself to be even 1% better than yesterday. That’s doing it things right.
If you have the right mentality – you will get results. BOOM!
So how do we go about doing the right things and doing them right?
Let’s break it down by the game with some examples.
Working on offense is crucial. It is the way runs are put on the board. A team cannot win without scoring. So it’s important.
When working on hitting focus on one small detail at a time. Break it down. Go slow.
Doing the right thing: Going to the cages
Doing things right: Making every swing a quality cut
And always end on a good swing. It may be mental, but the game is mental. Ending on a good swing helps you transition that into your next at bat.
Offense is important because it helps us score. But teams still need to have a strong defense. The defense should be a constant, something a coach can always rely on.
With that being said, depending on a player’s position – work in drills to improve weaknesses.
For example, infielders – working on increasing range is always important!
Outfielders – working on drop step and getting good reads off of fly balls is crucial
Doing the right things: Taking grounders/Fly-balls
Doing things right: Incorporating situations into drills
Being a pitcher is a hard position. A pitcher controls the pace of the game. They are in the center of the diamond because they are the heart of the play.
Therefore, ensuring they are in command is crucial to the ultimate fate of the game. Pitchers must work on hitting their spots, practicing movement and staying composed on the mound.
Doing the right things: Pitching during the off-season
Doing things right: Pitching to fake batters and practicing hitting spots
A workout is only as good as the effort put into it. Practice makes better. The more you practice and enforce various parts of the game – the easier it becomes second nature.
Practicing with a purpose and a particular focus in mind helps practice become more productive.
What can you do to take practice to that next level? Tweet me @itscatkinson and let me know! I will be picking one tweet to share on the blog!
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