Warmup Drill: Easy Team Warm Up Routine for Youth Baseball (Baseball & Softball)

Simple team warmup routine appropriate for youth players. Progress from jogging to dynamic stretches to throwing.

Easy Team Warm Up Routine for Youth Baseball - Video Demonstration

How to Run This Drill

  1. Start with light jogging around the field or in the outfield to raise heart rate.
  2. Progress through dynamic stretches: leg swings, arm circles, high knees, butt kicks.
  3. Add baseball-specific movements: shuffle steps both directions, drop steps, crossover steps.
  4. Transition to partner throwing at short distance (30-40 feet).
  5. Gradually increase throwing distance while maintaining proper mechanics.
  6. End with everyone loose and ready for the next practice activity.

Coaching Points

  • Keep it simple for youth players
  • Progress from easy to more active
  • Include baseball-specific movements
  • Throwing starts at short distance
  • Same routine every practice builds habits
  • 5-10 minutes total is enough

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At a Glance

Categories
Warmup
Focus Areas
Dynamic Warm-Ups
Age Groups
11-1213-1415-1617-1818+7-89-10
Players
8-20 players
Difficulty
beginner
Equipment Needed
  • cones
  • baseballs or softballs

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