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Conditioning Drill: Baseball Workouts for More Power (Baseball)

Two complete upper and lower body training sessions designed for baseball players. Comprehensive program for building strength and power.

Instructions

LOWER BODY SESSION: 1) Back Squat 4x6 - primary strength builder. 2) Romanian Deadlift 3x8 - posterior chain development. 3) Bulgarian Split Squat 3x10 each - single-leg strength. 4) Lateral Lunge 3x10 each - lateral strength and mobility. 5) Box Jumps 3x6 - explosive power. 6) Band Walks 3x20 - hip stability. 7) Core Circuit 3 rounds. UPPER BODY SESSION: 1) Bench Press 4x6 - pressing strength. 2) Pull-Ups 4x8 - vertical pulling. 3) Dumbbell Incline Press 3x10 - upper chest and shoulders. 4) Seated Cable Row 3x12 - horizontal pulling. 5) Med Ball Rotational Throws 3x10 each - rotational power. 6) Shoulder Complex 3x12 - shoulder health. 7) Core Anti-Rotation 3x12 each.

Coaching Points

  • Split routine allows focus and adequate recovery
  • Compound movements first when fresh, accessory work later
  • Balance pushing and pulling to prevent imbalances
  • Power exercises require full recovery between sets
  • Core training included in every session
  • Track weights and performance to ensure progression
  • Adjust volume based on throwing schedule

At a Glance

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Duration
50 minutes
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Players
1-15 players
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Equipment Needed
  • full gym equipment
  • barbells
  • dumbbells
  • cable machine
  • medicine ball
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Difficulty
advanced