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Elite Baseball Development Podcast

Eric Cressey

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#94
October 30 · 8 min
Pinch Hit Friday #94: How to Utilize General Physical Preparation
In this episode, Eric discusses the nuances of General Physical Preparation and best practices for adding exercises to programs. Thank you to today's sponsor 1st Phorm. 1stPhorm is an awesome supplement company with a comprehensive product offering I enjoy using myself and with our athletes. Visit https://1stphorm.com/cressey and get free shipping on your order of $99 or more.
October 23 · 5 min
Pinch Hit Friday #93: 3 Reasons to Avoid Velocity Based Training
In this episode, Eric briefly discusses the rationale for velocity-based training (VBT), but, more importantly, highlights three scenarios where it isn't a good fit for athletes. Thank you to today's sponsor AG1. It is the new and future way of getting a multivitamin, and a whole lot more - and in multiple flavors. Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/cressey and claim my special offer today – FREE travel packs, a shaker, and a 600-serving bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 – with your first purchase. I use AG1 daily myself and highly recommend it to our athletes as well. I’d encourage you to give it a shot, too – especially with this great offer.
#92
October 16 · 10 min
Pinch Hit Friday #92: 6 Start-Up Strategies for Hypermobile Athletes
In this episode Eric discusses strategies for kickstarting training programs for hypermobile athletes. 1. Stop Stretching 2. Stop Treating Protective Tension 3. Sleep 4. Foundational Movement Patterns 5. Close the Active/Passive Gap 6. Weight Bearing Earlier This episode is sponsored by 1st Phorm.
#91
October 9 · 6 min
Pinch Hit Friday #91: Better Band Strategies
In this episode Eric discusses the utility of bands in training programs for both healthy and rehabilitating athletes. Against the background of five categories of rotator cuff training, I share where bands fit in to the overall equation. Thank you to today's sponsor Jaeger Sports. Alan Jaeger the founder of Jaeger Sports has been a long time friend and a trusted professional in the baseball space for the last two decades. The J-Bands were a revolution when they were first introduced to baseball players in the 2000s. Listeners can get 10% off their orders for the offseason by visiting Jaegersports.com/ec.
#90
October 2 · 6 min
Pinch Hit Friday #90: Does Strength Training Cause Elbow Injuries in Youth Pitchers?
In this episode Eric discusses some common misconceptions about strength training for young baseball players. Strength and conditioning programs sometimes have come under scrutiny on social media as the cause of injuries in youth baseball players, but there are other variables at play. Thanks to today's sponsor AG1: AG1 is your daily foundational nutrition; it has 75 whole-food sourced ingredients designed to support your body’s foundational nutrition needs across five critical areas of health: energy, immunity, gut health, hormonal support, and healthy aging. It is the new and future way of getting a multivitamin, and a whole lot more - and in multiple flavors. Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/cressey and claim my special offer today – FREE travel packs, a shaker, and a 600-serving bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 – with your first purchase. I use AG1 daily myself and highly recommend it to our athletes as well. I’d encourage you to give it a shot, too – especially with this great offer.
#89
September 25 · 8 min
Pinch Hit Friday #89: Young Hitters, Bat Speed, and Jump Tests
In this episode Eric discusses a recent Korean youth baseball study that sampled youth baseball players ranging from ages 12-15. This study focused on the correlation between bat speed and a few different force production methods in these populations. Thank you to today's sponsor 1st Phorm. 1st Phorm is an awesome supplement company with a comprehensive product offering I enjoy using myself and with our athletes. Visit 1st Phorm and get free shipping on your order of $99 or more.
#88
September 18 · 10 min
Pinch Hit Friday #88: Ranking Recovery Options
In this episode, Eric does rapid fire impressions on common recovery initiatives as they're proposed to him. Learn which approaches he finds the most beneficial for short- and long-term recovery and athletic success. This episode is brought to you by AG1. They’ve just upgraded the formula to AG1 Next Gen, which comes in a slightly larger size with bolstered vitamins and minerals and upgraded probiotics. They’ve completed four clinical trials on the formulation, and these clinical studies have demonstrated that AG1 improves gut health and addresses common nutrient gaps, even among healthy eaters. AG1 is your daily foundational nutrition; it has 75 whole-food sourced ingredients designed to support your body’s foundational nutrition needs across five critical areas of health: ✅energy, ✅immunity, ✅gut health, ✅hormonal support, and ✅healthy aging. It is the new and future way of getting a multivitamin, and a whole lot more - and in multiple flavors. Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/cressey and claim my special offer today – FREE travel packs, a shaker, and a 600-serving bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 – with your first purchase. I use AG1 daily myself and highly recommend it to our athletes as well. I’d encourage you to give it a shot, too – especially with this great offer.
#87
September 11 · 10 min
Pinch Hit Friday #87: Hip-Shoulder Separation and Bat Speed
In this episode, Eric highlights the findings of a recent study on hip-shoulder separation and contact depth as they relate to bat speed in baseball hitters. This is a very nuanced discussion, so he shares insights on how to best interpret the data relative to player development initiatives. Thank you to today's sponsor 1st Phorm. 1st Phorm is an awesome supplement company with a comprehensive product offering I enjoy using myself and with our athletes. Visit 1st Phorm and get free shipping on your order of $99 or more.
#86
September 4 · 7 min
Pinch Hit Friday #86: How to Evaluate Athlete Referrals
In this podcast, Eric digs into the considerations you should have when evaluating where and who athletes should be referred to. A referral to a specialist is vital to athletic performance because this is where they will be spending a bulk of their time training and recovering, especially during formative years of their lives. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive an awesome welcome pack consisting of free AG1 travel packets, a shaker bottle, and a 600-serving bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your first order.
August 28 · 8 min
Pinch Hit Friday #85: Timing Up Trunk Rotation for High Performance
In this podcast, Eric digs in on why the timing of trunk rotation is so important for keeping pitchers healthy and helping them perform at a high level. Citing recent research on how early and late trunk rotators move differently, he highlights practical applications for players and coaches. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive an awesome welcome pack consisting of free AG1 travel packets, a shaker bottle, and a 600-serving bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your first order.
August 21 · 9 min
Pinch Hit Friday #84: A Pitch Count Study for the Ages
In this episode, Eric highlights a recent study on the sports medicine impacts of pitch count implementation in Japanese youth baseball. Thank you to today's sponsor 1st Phorm. 1st Phorm International is the premier supplement line in the industry. Head to https://1stphorm.com/cressey to get free shipping on orders over $75.
#83
August 14 · 9 min
Pinch Hit Friday #83: How Height and Weight Impact Youth Pitching Velocity and Spin Rate
In this podcast, Eric highlights the results of a recent Japanese study that examined the relationship between physical maturity and velocity and spin rate. There are some important implications for elementary, middle, and high school athletes. Thank you to today's sponsor AG1! Head to https://www.DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive an awesome welcome pack consisting of free AG1 travel packets, a shaker bottle, and a 600-serving bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your first order.
#229
June 18 · 30 min
229. Austin Henrich on The Future of Pitching Development
In this episode, Eric sits down with Cressey Sports Performance - Florida Director of Pitching Austin Henrich. They discuss findings from the CSP-FL motion capture lab with amateur and professional pitchers, and how this technology can help different pitchers in different ways. Austin speaks to key long-term development strategies for youth pitchers, and how professional players can sometimes learn as much from amateurs as the young guys can pick up from the veterans. Thank you today's sponsor AG1. Head to DrinkAG1 and you’ll receive a free 10-pack of Athletic Greens travel packets with your first order.
#82
June 12 · 8 min
Pinch Hit Friday #82 - The Pillars of "Athlete Diagnosis"
In this episode, Eric talks about the Pillars of "Athlete Diagnosis." In order to best serve an athlete, sports medicine and strength and conditioning specialists need to look comprehensively at a number of factors and work as a team. To illustrate, he shares a case study of an athlete with a history of shoulder pain and glenoid dysplasia and the entire associated process unfolded. Visit our sponsor, Ancore, and enter coupon code CRESSEY at checkout to save 10% on your order.
#228
June 9 · 31 min
228. Shane Drohan on Hypermobility, Pitch Design, and Long-Term Development
In this episode Eric talks with Brewers left-handed pitcher Shane Drohan. Shane is Florida State University grad who made his major league debut in 2026. He's recorded 13 appearances in his rookie campaign to the tune of a a 3.11 ERA in 37.2 innings pitched. Shane has been training at Cressey Sports Performance since his junior year of high school. In the episode Eric and Shane discuss his development as a pitcher, the challenges of hypermobility, the difference between coming out of the bullpen vs as a starter in the majors, and more. Visit our sponsor - AG1
#81
June 6 · 7 min
Pinch Hit Friday #81 - Joint Hypermobility, Psychosocial Stress, and Joint Loading
In this podcast, Eric discusses the physiological and biomechanical interplay among joint hypermobility, psychosocial stress, and joint loading. These considerations are important for anyone who coaches or rehab athletes, as well as individuals who always seem to get injured during stressful periods of life. 1st Phorm
#227
June 2 · 49 min
227. Sean Casey and The Mental Game of Baseball
In this episode Eric chats with MLB veteran and hitting coach Sean Casey. They speak to the mental side of the game and how hitting in the big leagues has evolved. Visit our sponsor, AG1.
#80
May 30 · 9 min
Pinch Hit Friday #80 - Adding Tools to the Training Toolbox
In this episode, Eric talks about how each training case is unique, and coaches and rehab professionals need to make sure they've got a variety of strategies - exercises, coaching cues, and a professional network - to best support their clients and athletes.
#226
May 26 · 16 min
226. Standardization in an Era of Innovation
In this episode, Eric shares insights on how important quality control is in the rapidly evolving fields of health and human performance. Learn more about the new CSP Amplify app at www.CSPAmplify.com
#79
May 23 · 11 min
Pinch Hit Friday #79 - 6 Tips for Aging Athletes
In this episode, Eric shares training, nutrition, and recovery insights for aging athletes who want to preserve high levels of performance. This information has merit for not only athletes, but also parents and coaches in this age demographic. Visit our sponsor, Ancore, at www.AncoreTraining.com and enter coupon code CRESSEY at checkout to save 10% on your order.

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