Effects of Resistance Training on Batting Percentages of College Baseball Players

Presentation Type

Poster/Portfolio

Presenter Major(s)

Exercise Science

Mentor Information

Amy Crawley

Department

Movement Science

Location

Kirkhof Center KC13

Start Date

11-4-2012 9:00 AM

Abstract

It's outta here! When a batter hits a home run, this is the most iconic phrase in baseball. But what influences a batter to hit well? The purpose of this study was to examine the effects resistance training has on batting percentages. Previous research has shown that free weights are most beneficial in resistance training for batters because they are more functional and allow for greater range of motion, unilateral development, and involvement of the shoulder-stabilizing muscles. Plyometric training was completed to improve lower body power. Speed drills were also done with resistance, in order to improve bat velocity. The major limitation to this study was that only college males were able to participate, this does not allow for gains in knowledge of the whole spectrum of ages for players. Developing a successful training regime to improve batting averages and increase injury prevention would increase wins for future teams, as well as success and career longevity for players.

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Effects of Resistance Training on Batting Percentages of College Baseball Players

Kirkhof Center KC13

It's outta here! When a batter hits a home run, this is the most iconic phrase in baseball. But what influences a batter to hit well? The purpose of this study was to examine the effects resistance training has on batting percentages. Previous research has shown that free weights are most beneficial in resistance training for batters because they are more functional and allow for greater range of motion, unilateral development, and involvement of the shoulder-stabilizing muscles. Plyometric training was completed to improve lower body power. Speed drills were also done with resistance, in order to improve bat velocity. The major limitation to this study was that only college males were able to participate, this does not allow for gains in knowledge of the whole spectrum of ages for players. Developing a successful training regime to improve batting averages and increase injury prevention would increase wins for future teams, as well as success and career longevity for players.