Provides a comprehensive approach, includes a training schedule, tips on the mechanics, physiology, and psychology of pitching, and explores common injuries.

Includes index.

The why. The numbers ; 'I think' teaching vs. science teaching ; There is no easy path ; Harnessing kinetic energy -- The how. The seven key components of the delivery ; Rusty Meacham on the pitches ; Common faults and corrections ; Defending your position ; Recognizing and preventing injury ; Pitching strategy with Rusty Meacham ; The mental challenge -- Health and medicine. What does the doctor say? ; Physical therapy ; Twenty-first century strength and conditioning for pitchers / by Eric Cressey, MA, CSCS -- What's next?. Choosing your post-high school path.