Improving Catcher's Arm Strength

Welcome.

Get on a good long toss throwing program. Check out www.jaegersports.com as a starting point. Continue weight training focusing on core and explosive lifts.

If you really wanna lower your pop time, work on the quickness of your feet and your release. I am pretty sure I read this on here but I do not remember exactly where. To take .1 off your pop time, you need to increase your velocity by 5MPH. It is much easier to take lower your pop time through proper mechanics than it is through arm strength.

With that being said, just play loads of long toss. Continue to work on your core strength by using medicine balls and other twisting movements. Also, work on your legs a lot. Another thing I find important is the way you grip the ball. Try to get the four seam grip on every throw. Think about it when playing catch, do you always try to get a four seam grip as quickly as possible all the time every time?? If not, do it. Be conscious of how you practice. By getting the four seam grip, your throws will carry a lot better. You want your throws to carry through the bag, not die at it. Good luck

Chopstix,
Welcome aboard.

You just got some great advice. Only thing I'd add is work on your transfer and watch your arm motion/throwing mechanics. Basically I don't like seeing the ball ever go lower than where you caught...don't circle or full windup like a pitcher in other words.

Stay tuned..there are some guys on here with excellent catching websites.

Good luck..you're playing the most fun position in baseball.