Download or read book Effects of Ballistic Resistance Training on the Bat Velocity of the Division I Female Softball Player written by Brandon M. Marcello and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Effects of Bat Velocity and Bat Quickness on Offensive Statistical Performance in NCAA Division I Female Softball Players written by Thomas Manford Flack and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Bollettieri s Tennis Handbook written by Nick Bollettieri and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2001 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the most successful coach in tennis, Bollettieri has worked with Andre Agassi, Monica Seles, Boris Becker and others. In this book he shares his wealth of knowledge and insight into the world of tennis, with discussions of strategies, stroke development and physical and mental conditioning. 400 illustrations.

Download or read book The Effects of a Medicine Ball Training Program on Bat Velocity of Prepubescent Softball Players written by Mallory Kobak and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rotational movements are considered an important component of hitting mechanics within the game of softball. Strength and conditioning coaches seek to improve the performance of softball players' bat velocity through various weighted implement training modes focusing on rotational movements. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if an 8-week rotational medicine ball training protocol would increase bat velocity in a game like situation for prepubescent softball players. It was hypothesized that an 8-week rotational medicine ball training program would result in the greatest increase in bat velocity among prepubescent softball players. METHODS: Twenty-seven female prepubescent softball players (mean age = 10.2 + 1.2) participated in this study. Participants were randomly assigned to a medicine ball training (MB = 13) or control (CON = 14) group. Pre- and Post-testing consisted of warming up with 10 dry swings using the bat they normally use during competition followed by 10 hits off a pitching machine. Pitch speed was 30-40 mph depending on age. During the 8 weeks of training, the MB group completed a series of medicine ball throws that were aimed at developing rotational velocity. Exercises included side medicine ball throw for distance, side medicine ball throw for speed, partner russian twists, woodchoppers and standing side band rotations which were all done on both dominant and non-dominant sides. 8-10 year old participants used a 4-kg medicine ball while 11-13 year olds used a 6-kg medicine ball. 1 set of 12 repetitions was completed 2x/wk. RESULTS: A Repeated Measures ANOVA with a Randomized Cross-Over Design revealed no significant difference between conditions from pre- to post-testing (F=1.9, p=.18) and no significant difference over time in either group (F= .33, p= .57). Pre-test average velocity for CON = 36.1mph (+ 6.6) and MB = 36.8mph (+ 5.4). Post-test average velocity for CON =38.2mph (+ 8.6) and MB = 37.7mph (+ 4.4). CONCLUSION: Medicine ball training offers no additional benefits compared to normal in-season activities in prepubescent softball players. Mean velocity from pre- to post-testing did increase in both conditions, but not significantly. However, a more rigorous training program may prove to be more beneficial.

Download or read book Effect of a High intensity Isometric Potentiating Warm up on Bat Velocity written by Sheryl Lynn Gilmore and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Physics of Baseball Softball written by Rod Cross and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-02-22 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes the physics of baseball and softball, assuming that the reader has a basic background in both physics and mathematics. The physics will be explained in a conversational style, with words and illustrations, so that the explanations make sense. The book provides an excellent opportunity to explain physics at a relatively simple level, even though the primary objective is to explain the many subtle features concerning the physics of baseball. For those readers who already know quite a bit of physics and who will be comfortable with mathematical equations, additional material of this nature will be provided in appendices. The latest research findings and statistical data have been incorporated by the author. The book also contains many simple experiments that the reader can perform to convince themselves that the effects described do indeed exist.

Download or read book The Relationship Between Bat Velocity Upper and Lower Extremity Power and the Rotational Kinetic Chain in NCAA Division II Softball Players written by Liza S. Teichler and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Effects of Rotational Training in Combination with Resistance Training on Bat Speed in Female Collegiate Athletes written by Kari A. Reidhead and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Effects of a Functional Fatigue Protocol on Maximal Softball Hitting written by Emilee M. Bounds and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fatigue can affect athletic performance in many ways, including a decrease in sport specific accuracy, impairments in joint angles, and a decrease in overall muscle performance. In regards to fatigue, little research has been conducted examining the effects of fatigue on baseball and softball performance. The majority of the research stems from examining the effects of fatigue on the overhead throwing motion among collegiate baseball players. Research suggested that as a result of a functional fatigue protocol, baseball pitchers experienced impairments in joint angles in the overhead throwing motion. Among this same population, throwing velocities decreased significantly from the first to last inning pitched, resulting in a great deal of in-game fatigue. Researchers attested that such changes in angles and velocities as a result of fatigue, would negatively affect performance. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a functional fatigue protocol on softball hitting form. Additional research, examined the effects of fatigue on performance among skilled tennis athletes. A functional fatigue protocol was implemented, which directly simulated tennis matchplay. Results revealed decreases in tennis hitting accuracy, and just as with the baseball players, fatigue resulted in a decrease in performance. A secondary objective was to identify the relationship between hitting variables, muscular power, and body composition. Participants (n = 6) were NCAA Division II softball players with a mean age of 19.5 ± 1.4 years who completed a functional fatigue protocol (FFP). The FFP was filmed using a digital video camera, and results were analyzed using Dartfish motion analysis software. To address the secondary objectives, participants completed the Wingate Anaerobic Power test to assess muscular power and a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scan to discover body composition values. To detect differences in swing angles pre- and post-fatigue, an ANOVA was conducted revealing significant (p .05) decreases in linear bat-end velocity (LBEV; F = 12.479, p = .017) and batted-ball velocity (BBV; F = 11.856, p = .018) as a result of fatigue. A Pearson's product moment correlation coefficient performed to examine relationships between hitting variables, muscular power, and body composition. Results revealed no significant relationships (p .05) between muscular power and LBEV or BBV, in addition to no significant relationships between percent fatigue as measured by WAnT or the FFP. Meaningful relationships were discovered between peak power and LBEV and BBV. A strong, negative correlation was present between peak power and BBV (r = -.73, p = .097) and a moderate, negative correlation between peak power and LBEV ( r = -.68, p = .138). Additionally, percent body fat was negatively related to percent fatigue in LBEV(r = -.76, p = .082). Results indicated that fatigue did in fact have a negative effect on softball hitting form, with significant decreases in LBEV and BBV, and that peak power and hitting velocities were inversely related. Although no differences were found in swing angles at ball contact, changes in LBEV and BBV could be detrimental to swing timing and performance. Results of this study will be utilized to further understand the effects of fatigue on softball hitting form and the role of muscular power and body composition on hitting performance.

Download or read book The Effect of Same day Strength Training on Ball Velocity of Division I Female Soccer Players written by Yoko Murakami and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Effects of Same day Strength Training on Bat Swing Velocity of Male Collegiate Baseball Players written by Anthony Loren Clah and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The average of the top six bat swing peak velocity test results, for each subject, was compared to measures taken on the NLD and LD. A paired samples t-test revealed a significant difference in bat swing peak velocity between a NLD and a LD. A mean bat swing difference between NLD (69.18) and LD (70.86) of 1.68 was statistically different at the .05 level [p=.021]. This study suggests that male collegiate baseball players should be able to engage in a designed strength training program without negative effect, and the possibility of a positive effect, on bat swing peak velocity when a strength training session is scheduled on the same day as a baseball competition.

Download or read book The Relationship of Upper and Lower Extremity Power and Bat Speed in Female Intercollegiate Fast Pitch Softball Players written by Kim M. Zarling and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Effects of Sports Vision Training Techniques on Female Collegiate Softball Players Visual Skills and Batting Abilities written by Marni Shea and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Effect of a Training Programme Incorporating Strength Training on the Velocity of the Overarm Throw in Australian Softball Players written by Wendy Braybon and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Baseball and Softball written by Gabriel Sanna and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-11-17 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Baseball has earned the title of "America's favorite pastime," and softball is even more popular with amateur players. These two games have a slower pace and less contact than many other famous American team sports, such as football, basketball, and hockey. Each year, however, there are nearly half a million baseball injuries requiring treatment in the United States. This book explains the most common injuries suffered on the diamond. It provides tips on preventing such injuries, and explains how they are treated and overcome. This book also covers such topics as: • baseball's colorful history • exercise routines that help both baseball and softball players avoid injury • players' protective equipment • types of injuries and their treatments • the importance of good nutrition • the risks of using performance-enhancing drugs

Download or read book The Effect of Right View Pro on Bat Velocity and Batted ball Exit Velocity in College Baseball Players written by Dan McKinney and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The effects of Right View Pro© Video Analysis on bat speed and batted-ball exit velocity were evaluated in 29 male collegiate student-athletes. The 29 athletes were divided into three groups and evaluated on both dependent variables (bat speed and batted-ball exit velocity). Group A participated in weight training only, Group B participated in weight training and video analysis, and Group C participated in weight training, video analysis, and Right View Pro© video analysis. The Pocket Radar© was used to measure bat speed of each individual, while the Stalker Radar Sport 2 Radar Gun© was used to measure the speed of the batted-ball exit velocity. On the initial day of testing (September 3rd, 2013), participants completed their baseline bat speed and batted-ball exit velocity. After two semesters of the academic year (until May 6th, 2014), participants completed their post-test on bat speed and batted-ball exit velocity. A one way analysis of variance with post-hoc Tukey was used to analyze the data. The analysis of variance showed no significant difference between the three groups, p=0.18. The batted-ball exit velocity was significantly different (p=0.02), between Group A and Group B only. The Tukey post hoc criteria for significance indicated that a significant difference existed between Group A (Weight Training only) and Group B (Weight Training and Video Analysis), HSD (0.5) =5.44; HSD (.01) =6.97; and M1 vs. M2 P

Download or read book An Experimental Comparison of Hitting Mechanics in Softball written by Victoria M. Jensen and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To score points to win games, a softball team must be able to hit the ball with as the largest velocity as possible. In softball, there are two well-known hitting models, rotational and linear, yet little quantitative research has been done to determine which model produces the greatest ball velocity and if certain key inputs, such as weight shift and bat velocity, of the models contribute to that velocity. To determine these components, a high-speed EXLIM camera recorded the change in ball position to calculate the its exit velocity, a 70g accelerometer measured centripetal acceleration of the bat to determine bat velocity, while two force plates measured the transfer of weight as nine softball players swung a bat twenty times- ten times with a ball on the tee and ten times with a ball off of the tee. Although it was found that the two hitting models had statistically different weight shifts with 95% confidence, the average ball velocity for a linear model, 22.0 m/s ±1.9 m/s, was not different from the average ball velocity for a rotational model, 22.0 m/s ± 0.7 m/s, at 95% confidence. Since these values are not different with statistical significance, this research concludes that players that weight shift does not effect ball velocity and that players are encouraged to use whichever model feels most comfortable to them.