Pitching Tips: Youth Pitching

Here are three tips for youth pitchers:

Youth Pitching Tip #1 - Leg strength, Leg strength, Leg Strength. One can generate more velocity and maintain stamina by having strong legs. You don't have to have big legs to have strong legs.
Youth Pitching Tip #2 - If a pitcher/player wants to improve his arm strength, long tossing and light dumbbells and tubing exercises will be the most beneficial. Long tossing is very important, but make sure its under control.
Youth Pitching Tip #3 - If you have a problem throwing across your body, try using a 2x6 wooden board. Stand on it in your stretch position and go through your mechanics (without the ball) If you land straight, you'll land on the board every time.