What role do your fingers play in velocity and spin? More than most pitchers and coaches realize. In this episode of Applied Baseball Science, Dr. Nicholas Serio of VeloU breaks down a 2024 study that used a sensor-embedded baseball to analyze finger strength, rate of force development (RFD), and anatomical structure in college pitchers — and how each contributes to fastball velocity and spin rate. 🔬 Key findings from the study: Middle finger force output strongly correlated with velocity and...
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What role do your fingers play in velocity and spin? More than most pitchers and coaches realize. In this episode of Applied Baseball Science, Dr. Nicholas Serio of VeloU breaks down a 2024 study that used a sensor-embedded baseball to analyze finger strength, rate of force development (RFD), and anatomical structure in college pitchers — and how each contributes to fastball velocity and spin rate. 🔬 Key findings from the study: Middle finger force output strongly correlated with velocity and...
Understanding "Elbow Flu": How Colds Can Impact Throwing Athletes
"Elbow flu" is a term used to describe joint inflammation in throwing athletes during or after a viral illness like a cold, caused by the body's inflammatory response. This condition can lead to joint stiffness, pain, and reduced performance, especially if athletes train at high intensities during recovery. To avoid setbacks, proceed with caution. Thanks for listening to this episode! To stay updated with VeloU and our insights on maximizing performance while minimizing the risk of injur...
What role do your fingers play in velocity and spin? More than most pitchers and coaches realize. In this episode of Applied Baseball Science, Dr. Nicholas Serio of VeloU breaks down a 2024 study that used a sensor-embedded baseball to analyze finger strength, rate of force development (RFD), and anatomical structure in college pitchers — and how each contributes to fastball velocity and spin rate. 🔬 Key findings from the study: Middle finger force output strongly correlated with velocity and...
