In the world of sports and athletics, there’s a prevailing belief that applying Newton’s laws of motion to the human body is the key to success.

However, when it comes to the intricate and adaptable human body, this approach falls short.

Why? Because complexity is the name of the game.

The human body is a marvel of adaptability.

To be truly adaptable, one must be complex.

It’s a simple equation: the more complex an individual is, the more adaptive they become.

So, what does this mean for pitching biomechanics?

In truth, it means that there’s no such thing as “good” or “bad” pitching biomechanics.

What we’re really dealing with is a culture of ‘standard’ pitching mechanics.

The problem with this standardization is that it overlooks the unique complexity of each individual.

Pitchers aren’t cut from the same cloth, and their bodies are as distinct as their personalities. So, applying a one-size-fits-all approach to pitching mechanics just doesn’t cut it.

Instead, we should be encouraging pitchers to look inward, to feel their own bodies, and to listen to their personal motor preferences.

These individual preferences are the key to unlocking the most healthy, efficient, and energy-saving movements for each pitcher.

In the end, it’s not about fitting a square peg into a round hole.

It’s about recognizing the beautiful diversity and complexity of the human body and allowing it to shine in its unique way.

So, let’s ditch the rigid biomechanics and embrace the idea that true success on the pitcher’s mound comes from harnessing the power of individuality.