How to Stay Warm Between Innings: The Best Band Exercises for Pitchers
How to Stay Warm Between Innings: The Best Band Exercises for Pitchers
Introduction:
As a pitcher, one of the biggest challenges can be staying warm between innings—especially when you don't know exactly when you’ll be called upon to throw. Luckily, resistance bands offer a quick and effective way to stay loose. In this blog post, we’ll break down the best band exercises to get you warm fast and keep you ready to pitch at a moment’s notice.
Why Staying Warm Between Innings is Crucial:
When you’re sitting in the dugout or bullpen for extended periods, your arm can tighten up. Using bands between innings helps keep your muscles activated and prevents stiffness, allowing you to be ready to throw whenever needed.
Quick Band Exercises for Staying Warm:
Here are a few exercises you can use to stay loose while waiting to pitch:
Forward Throws: Set the band just above your shoulder, and simulate your normal throwing motion.
Reverse Throws: Place the band near your ankle, stagger your stance, and pull up in a reverse motion to activate your arm muscles.
Internal and External Rotations: Add these in for a full range of motion, ensuring your arm stays flexible.
Band Pull-Aparts: Hold the band out in front of you and pull it to your chest. This exercise will engage your shoulder and upper back, helping to prevent injury.
How Often Should You Use Bands?
If you’re unsure when you’ll be called to pitch, it’s a good idea to use bands every half inning. This helps keep your arm ready to go at a moment’s notice. But if you know when you'll be pitching, you can start warming up a few innings beforehand.
Watch the Full Tutorial:
For a detailed walkthrough of these exercises and more tips on how to stay warm between innings, check out our full YouTube video here. This video will guide you through the best band exercises to use when you’re short on time and need to get hot fast.
Conclusion:
Using resistance bands between innings is a simple yet highly effective way to stay warm and ready to pitch. By incorporating these quick exercises into your routine, you’ll be able to maintain your arm health and stay prepared for game time. Be sure to check out our full video tutorial to see these exercises in action!
