Functional strength training for pitchers focuses on developing strength that will support you through your throwing motion.

Kids need to learn basic catching and throwing skills before they should even think about learning to pitch. The process of growing up as an athlete is much more enjoyable for both kids and parents if you move at an age-appropriate pace and take pleasure in small gains.

When done properly, even a pre-adolescent can use weighted balls to build strength and speed in the pitching delivery.

The physical act of throwing is an adaptation and an accommodation and is not something you should start and stop. Once you start throwing, you keep throwing as long as you’re going to be a throwing athlete.