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You Can't Hit What You Can't See
Keep your eye on the ball. But what does it really mean? And why do ballplayers at all levels still struggle with this principal?
Mental Training, Part I - Confidence, Toughness and a Plan of Attack
Hitting all starts with confidence. If a hitter believes they will fail, they’re correct. If they think they will succeed, then they have a chance.
Approach Every Pitch with an Opportunistic Mentality
A hitter should always be ready for their pitch. With this mentality, an athlete won’t let an opportunity go to waste.
How Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Missed out on the $1 Million Prize
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. put on the most impressive display in the history of MLB’s 2019 Home Run Derby. So why didn’t he win? Where did Vlady Jr. go wrong?
Misconception - Look at the "Top Half" of the Ball
The best hitters don’t look at half of the ball, whether that be the top or bottom, they are focused on the entire object and aim for the dead center of it.
Top 10 Reasons to Train this Off-Season
Those who utilize this time wisely will continue to develop their skills, stay ahead of the competition, and continue to thrive from one year to the next.
Precision Bunting Through Small Ball Training
The ability to lay down a bunt is crucial for a hitter. Coaches are always looking for somebody to handle the bat effectively, especially late in a game.
Batting Stances - Not All Are Created Equal
One of the great things about baseball is the batting stance. How should a player settle on a particular stance? And does it make a difference?
Slump Buster - Focus on the Little Things
Many times a slump surfaces because of a minute detail or lack of concentration. Regain that undivided attention is by focusing on small objects.
Misconception - Every Swing Should End with the Exact Same Finish
The most influential factor of how and where the hands finish the swing is the location of the baseball, with or without contact.
Misconception - The Key to a High Batting Average is the Ability to Hit the Curveball
If you want to be a .300 hitter in the Major Leagues, it all starts with developing a consistent, fundamentally sound and efficient swing.
Why Train with MaxBP? Beat the Elements with Indoor Training
Don’t acquire rust during the winter months. Clear out a little space and get more reps than ever - rain, snow or shine.
Williamsport is upon us, Prepare with MaxBP
It's essential for young athletes to prepare for higher velocity pitching, particularly in tournament play.
The Importance of Timing your Stride
Develop a solid foundation that will lead to good habits, the ability to time a pitch consistently and prolonged success.
Slump Buster - Contribute
The most organic way to bust out of a slump is quite simple - stop worrying about yourself and find a way to contribute.
Misconception - Metal Bats Killed the Art of Small Ball
The world has changed, and to make America’s Pastime relevant to the next generation, the game had to adjust as well.
Physical Training, Part II - Modern Day Technology and Sports Science
Today's athlete has access to unlimited amounts of information, state of the art facilities, next level technology and all the benefits of Sports Science.
Top 10 Reasons to Train this Off-Season - Strengthening Your Mental Approach
Often times athletic perseverance starts and stops between the ears. The best athletes invest in their mental training and are prepared for every scenario.
The Right-Handed Push Bunt
The bunt base hit is the highest percentage play for a batter. Having the ability to bunt for a base hit can help catapult a player to the next level.
Slump Buster - Very Superstitious
There are many ways to approach a slump, and depending on the sport and culture, some of those philosophies are superstitious or down right silly.
2019 World Series, Game-by-Game Prediction - Houston vs. Washington
Expect a hard fought World Series as the Nationals appear in their franchise’s first and the Astros look to secure their second title in three years.
Pitch Recognition with MaxBP
Great hitters have the ability to recognize different pitches and hit that pitch to their desired location. Training to be diverse hitter is essential.
Farewell to a Legend? An Unforgettable Evening at Oracle Park
Analysis of the Giants’ trade deadline situation, a series of tributes to Bumgarner and specifications on how to recreate five key pitches from the game.
Foul Play - Not Always a Bad Thing
In this drill a hitter should attempt to foul off every pitch. This is a unique exercise to gain comfort with two strikes.
Vision Training, Part II - Modern Day Technology, Slow the Game Down and Ryan Harrison
The eyes play an instrumental part in our ability to perform a task - in everyday life and in athletics. The eyes, mind and body dynamic is imperative.
Yaz 2.0? Giants Rookie Homers in Fenway Debut
Mike Yastrzemski, grandson of Carl, had the opportunity to play out a fantasy he'd dreamt about since he was a boy.
Cellphone, Wallet, Keys - Grip Strengthener?
The grip is a very underrated attribute in athletics. The ability to squeeze an object is indicative of muscular endurance and overall strength.
Mental Training, Part II - Video Study, Analytics and 10,000 Hours
Welcome to the new age of athletic intelligence. Embrace the challenges of mental preparation and take your game to the next level.
Slump Buster - Go Wide!
If a hitter widens their stance and eliminates a little stride, it will take some movement out of the swing process and simplify the hitting approach.
Don't Reinvent the Wheel - Albert Pujols
Bigger, muscle bound hitters like Albert Pujols can hit for average by utilizing solid fundamentals and little to no wasted motion in their swing mechanics.
Popeye’s Puppet for Strength and Conditioning
A great way for an individual to develop the forearm strength and conditioning that is beneficial for all athletic activity is the Popeye’s Puppet workout.
Run Hills for Lower Body Strength and Conditioning
A workout without a gym membership, designated space or equipment is priceless. Run hills to fulfill your commitment to excellence.
Misconception - The Weight Room is the Best Place for a Hitter to Develop Power
A balanced training regimen with a combination of plyometrics, stretching, light weights and resistance training is likely most effective.
The Scariest Hitters of All-Time - Part 1
We're focusing on a different fear this Halloween - every time these guys stepped to the plate, blood pressure rose and palms began to sweat.
Say What? Setting the Record Straight with Babe Ruth
The Babe is undoubtedly the most iconic baseball player in history. Hence the saying, the New York Yankees play in “The House that Ruth built."
Top 10 Reasons for Parents to Invest in MaxBP
It’s difficult to decide where to spend your hard earned money on athletic training - you'll be hard pressed to find better value than MaxBP.
Misconception - Hands take the Barrel of the Bat to the Ball
Hitting is a moving object is a difficult act, a complex relationship between physical, visual and mental development.
Misconception - Swing Down on the Ball to Create Backspin
If your swing produces a natural backspin on the ball, more power to you. If it doesn’t, don’t sweat it.
Don't Reinvent the Wheel - Tony Gwynn
Tony Gwynn was the purest hitter of his generation. So what was it that made Gwynn so special as a hitter? It all starts with preparation.
The 2019 Home Run Derby - A history of the event and predictions for this year’s field
MLB HR Derby History & 2019 Predictions
Back Foot Used for Swing Accuracy, Weight Distribution
The role the back foot plays in the swing is essential. This accounts for a major part of a hitter's precision and their ability to swing a bat accurately.
Rear Toss Drill to Develop Patience
A great drill to teach a hitter patience at the plate is the Rear Soft Toss Drill. This is great training to help a player “let the ball come to them.”
Hitting the “Opposite Hand” Curveball
It is essential for a hitter to take advantage of a match-up opportunity. Hitting a pitcher of the opposite hand is a must for productive players.
Physical Training, Part I - History, Pioneers and Manual Labor
Former profession athletes used manual labor to stay in shape during the off season. What can today's athletes gain from gritty and rigorous training?
Staged Soft Toss for Stride Development
It’s important for a hitter to realize that the stride and swing are two separate actions. Different aspects of the swing should be broken down accordingly.
Staged Tee Work for Stride Development
To help an athlete categorize and manage the workload of their mechanical development, try the staged tee work drill to develop comfort in the stride.
Practice a Balanced Turn on the Tee
A hitter only gets so many pitches to do some serious damage. Don’t blow an opportunity by being over aggressive - stay calm, collected and balanced.
The Importance of Sticking Your Balance
The ability to maintain equilibrium is possibly the most important attribute in all of sports. Without the aptitude to stay balanced, an athlete is lost.
