🔴 Heavy Balls 🔴 · OK Swings Tribe (FREE)

🔴 Heavy Balls 🔴

1️⃣ Strong at Contact: Heavy balls require more force to hit effectively, which means hitters need to engage their core and glutes fully to make solid contact. The extra resistance helps build strength in the muscles used at the point of contact, reinforcing their ability to maintain power and stability during a real swing.

2️⃣ Connection: Since heavy balls don’t travel as far as regular baseballs, they force hitters to maintain efficient mechanics and stay “connected” in their swing. If a hitter disconnects or flails, they won’t drive the heavy ball effectively. This feedback encourages hitters to deliver force from the correct parts of their body to create a unified and efficient swing.

3️⃣ Body Awareness and Stability: Hitting a heavy ball can reveal if a hitter loses balance or stability in their swing. It helps them recognize when they’re over-rotating or overextending, which can lead to inconsistencies. By maintaining a grounded and stable base through the drill, hitters develop better control over their movement patterns.

4️⃣ Improved Bat Path: Heavy balls help hitters stay through the zone longer, improving bat path. They reinforce the habit of driving through the ball, rather than pulling off or chopping down, promoting a smooth, efficient bat path.

✔️ Heavy Balls are a great investment if you have limited space and/or hitting by yourself at home.

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