Radar Gun Drills to Build Pitching Velocity (Safely)

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Warmup & ramp

Start with mobility (hips/shoulders), then light catch. Add 8–10 plyo wall throws (reverse, pivot pickoff) before full-effort pitches. Log radar readings only after you’re warm.

Weekly drill structure

Low intent days: 70–80% effort, focus on strike quality; note velo window, not peaks.
High intent days: 10–15 max throws with full recovery; stop if velo drops >2 mph.
Blend-to-mound: Flat grounds → short box → full mound to carry improved intent.

Safety guardrails

Track acute drops: a sudden 3–4 mph loss may signal fatigue—shut it down.
Limit total max-effort throws per week for youth; quality over quantity.
Pair velo work with arm care and strength training (scap/rotator cuff).

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I’m Michael Taft, founder of Products For Our Lives. I write practical guides built on first-hand use when possible, careful spec verification, and consistent long-term owner feedback—so you can make a confident purchase without marketing noise.

Radar Gun Drills to Build Pitching Velocity (Safely) — Radar gun drills to build pitching velocity safely: warmups, plyo work, bullpen structure, and targets for youth and high school arms with goals.

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