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A Simple Trick To Check Your Pitching Stride Length In Games

Was watching the Boston Red Sox host the Detroit Tigers tonight at Fenway. Thought it was interesting that the first thing Red Sox starter Brad Penny did when he got on the mound (before taking his warm-up pitches) was to measure out a distance in front of the rubber with his cleats where he wanted his stride to be -- and then mark it off with a line in the dirt.

I used to do this, too, when I pitched. I liked how it gave me a visual aid to shoot for with my stride. And it allowed me to check my stride length and where my foot was landing from time to time as the game progressed.

Perhaps something to consider doing the next time you pitch.

Posted by Steven Ellis on August 10, 2009
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james

This is also great for little leaguers. If you go out and mark a spot in line with home plate and at a distance you feel comfortable with it will show you if you open up too early or are too closed off. I like the idea of having a player go and make a mark. It doesn't have to be in a game at first, you can try it in practice then when you feel comfortable with it then take it to the game. Remember, a game is all about being comfortable and a practice is for trying new things.

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