Thursday, November 24, 2011

What are good strength building exercises for softball players?

I'm joining the softball team and I want to be the best. But i have to have lots of strength and power. I need help with a workout plan to whack that ball out of this world. And the throw faster then the speed of light. Also if there's any other tips feel free. Thank you so much !!!|||Find some Kryptonite!





Actually, there are a few exercises that will help with your whole game. Throwing, batting, running all require the same strengths. You need to get your core strong, your legs and your upper body.





Leg strength can be achieved by doing lots of squats, lunges, jumps, and short sprints.


Upper body for the arms - do some bench press. That is a good overall weight lifting exercise for softball.


Pushups are good as well. You can do several variations on the pushups to keep it interesting.


Core - crunches, medicine ball routines ( or just use a heavy bag ),


flat back hold (in pushup position but on your elbows and toes, back flat - hold this position for 60 seconds, rest and repeat) this one is tough but a good one for the core.





Remember to give yourself a day to rest between these workouts. A month or two of this and you should be in great shape.

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