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The “Hinges” in the Front Side of the Body (Cactus Athletics)

Teaching on the front-side hinges (hip, knee, ankle) that allow a hitter to stay closed and then clear properly.

Duration:
About 6 min

Coaching notes

Explains and demonstrates how the front side must hinge and then open so the hitter can stay connected and still rotate fully.

Objectives

Improve front-side sequencing so hitters stay closed longer and still clear the hips.

Coaching cues

Hinge first; stay closed; then clear; feel the sequence.

Common errors

Early open; no hinge; locked front side.

Steps

  1. 1. Feel the hinges
  2. 2. Isolate the sequence
  3. 3. Integrate into the full swing
Source: Cactus Athletics

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