High school
Pitching
All positions
Intermediate
Walking Torques with Plyo Balls
Walking torque throws with plyo balls that develop rotational power and hip-shoulder separation while moving.
- Equipment:
- Ball only
- Duration:
- About 8 min
- Setting:
- Indoor or outdoor
- Players:
- Solo
Coaching notes
Pitcher walks forward while performing torque-loaded throws with light plyo balls, focusing on separation and explosive rotation into the throw.
Objectives
Increase rotational power, improve hip-shoulder separation under movement, and build athletic throwing patterns.
Coaching cues
Load torque while walking; separate hips and shoulders; explode into the throw; stay balanced through finish.
Common errors
Losing separation; rushing the walk; upper-body dominant throws.
Steps
- 1. Begin walking with athletic posture
- 2. Load torque on each step
- 3. Separate and throw the plyo
- 4. Continue walking sequence
Source:
RPP Baseball
