Top 10 Baseball Hitting Tips
I’m not just going to supply you with the top 10 baseball hitting tips. I’m going to supply you with the top 11! There are too many top 10 generic batting tips available and so it’s time to spice things up and give you some better tips.
You’re probably reading this because you love the game of baseball and want to learn how to hit a baseball or you want to learn how to hit a baseball better. I can help you with both.
The first important tip is to focus on being a confident hitter. Every time you go up to bat you should have the confidence that you can hit any ball in the strike zone. Be patient and always be ready to attack the ball.
Know your mission. Every time you go up to bat you need a mission. Is there a runner on third base that you need to get home? Is there a runner on second base with no one out that you need to get over to third? Be mentally prepared for your mission.
Know the strike zone. Be patient and disciplined and wait for a good pitch to hit in the strike zone. If you do that the pitchers will be less likely to throw you anything out of the strike zone that you might otherwise chase.
Have consistent hitting preparation. Whether you’re on the bench waiting for your turn to hit or on deck, always have good mental preparation. Check the pitcher out and see how he pitches and look to see what kind of pitches he’s throwing. Look at where all the fielders are positioned and understand the best you can the kind of calls the umpire is making.
Find a comfortable hitting stance. The key is to be as comfortable as possible in the batter’s box. Find foot positioning that is right for you. If you are uncomfortable in the box then it will mess with your head and your other mechanics will be off.
Strive for a consistent swing. Whether the ball is pitched outside or inside, be sure to keep the same smooth swing. You may need to adjust your timing or what part of the zone you swing at, but never change your swing.
Shake slumps quickly. Nobody likes to be in a hitting slump but even the pros have them every now and then. Avoid the mental slumps by never doubting yourself at the plate. If you’re striking out a lot it’s because you’re swinging at bad pitches. Try and be more selective.
Hitting zones. Know the different types of hitting zones and master them, whether it’s the back of the plate, middle of the plate or front half of the plate.
There’s more to hitting than just home runs. Try to be a consistent hitter and hit to all fields. This will make the defense play you honestly. There are many other things to do in hitting than home runs. Hit and run, bunts, opposite field hitting and more.
The final two tips I have are to recognize each pitch that is thrown and remember that each spot in the lineup has a purpose, whether it’s leadoff, cleanup or the number 9 spot.
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My years of experience playing and teaching baseball hitting will help you with the challenge of learning how to hit a baseball correctly. Articles such as the one you just read will inform and motivate you to a better understanding of proper baseball hitting whether you are a coach, parent or ballplayer. Check back here for upcoming
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Jeff Wise
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