Downtime???

I would stick to wieght lifting (strength) until the first of the year. Basically let the arm rest from throwing. start back by tossing (50--60%)the first two weeks of January then go to tossing (70-80%)for the next two weeks, flat ground throwing progressing to short bullpens to short outings in Feb. Thats how I like to work it...

Just be sure to start throwing again soon enough so that when baseball practice begins his arm is ready to go.

Mine just finished football also and he will start throwing long toss today. Mound work in a few weeks plus weights all winter.

He needs to work on his core ( medicine ball, tubing work ) and weights.

Tubing work?

You should use tubing as well... buy the Jaeger cords they work well, and keep with the running and stuff..

i know those boys should be workin their tails off this season

CBPOPS

"somebody get my bag.."

RUNNING TO KEEP HIS LEGS IN SHAPE. MOST IMPORTANT LET HIS ARM REST. START AGAIN AT THE FIRST OF THE YEAR WITH HIS THROWING.

Ohhhhh boy! This seems to be quite the buzz around the chilly seasons of the year. If it were me, I might just tell the better half to fix me a bowl a soup and take a siesta by the fire. But we're talking ballplayers here... I say tell the boy to hit the dumb bells and fling the leather in the backyard with pops when he needs it. Its never too cold to hear the humming seams smack against your mitt if ya catch my drift.

Farewell my virtual chatter bugs,

Al Callahan

TNBSC
(Top Notch Ballplayers Scouting Association)

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Originally posted by Al_Callahan42:
I say tell the boy to hit the dumb bells and fling the leather in the backyard with pops when he needs it.

Al Callahan

TNBSC
(Top Notch Ballplayers Scouting Association)

Al you can come play catch with him, my eyes aren't what they use to be.

We worked out all winter 3-4 times a week. Here is a link to the site and pics of the facilities.

http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=niagararebels

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Originally posted by 11sdad:

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Originally posted by Al_Callahan42:
I say tell the boy to hit the dumb bells and fling the leather in the backyard with pops when he needs it.

Al Callahan

TNBSC
(Top Notch Ballplayers Scouting Association)

Al you can come play catch with him, my eyes aren't what they use to be.

Well the good lord knows these looking balls are not suited for the buzzin blazer your son might toss towards my way. Sorry my fellow optically challenged but I will sit out on that one!I might look as clumsy as a bull in a china closet!

I bid you fellas adieu,

Al Callahan
TNBSA

(Top Notch Ballplayers Scouting Association)

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Mine just finished football also and he will start throwing long toss today. Mound work in a few weeks plus weights all winter.

Try some rest and relaxation, commonly known as R & R.....keep the fire burning...........

Even the pros take time off for hunting & fishing.....stay in shape but relax the mental & physical.....

It's a game! Its gotta be fun and enjoyed!

Another drive by. by Jafo