Lets try this one.

They provide a stable base.

Linear,

Thats it? - a stable base.

Do you believe they play any other role - other than providing a stable base?

Can you hit a ball farther - if you have stronger legs - all else the same?

Sounds like a good topic often over-looked in hitting discussions. I'll take on this topic>

Strong legs not only provide base but determine how much batspeed will be generated after bottom rotation is 98% completed(BB SCOUT)

IMHO The stronger the legs, the farther the tater flys upon impact.

Good point ITS.

Shep

The stronger everything is the farther you'll hit the ball.....biceps, forearms, torso, abs, latisimus dorsi (just trying to impress), triceps, legs, butt muscles....everything.

So, lets get off the "strength of the legs issue" and talk about what they do.Because their strength is worthless if misused.

Good point, linear. JT Jr has a problem in that he has too WIDE a stance--and it limits his ability to explode the hips and saps his power. It helps to have strong legs, but as Linear says, you have to use them right to get the full effect.

I's say that it's important to, first, create power in the legs, then somehow allow the rest of the body to connect to that power. Add up the power of all the body parts and you get total power. Disconnect at any point and it's weak.

I know I am a real novice here, and I have to say that I agree with liniar (gasp) that overall strength is key...but all the kids know how to work their upper body to develop strength, and they all want a six pack (at least my 16 year old), but it has only been recent that I have finally got him focused on developing his lower half. It would seem that stronger legs will have a direct impact on bat speed.

Linear

Don't forget about glutious maximus and minimus-Probably the strongest and most over-looked components of the great hitter.

LOL

My fault> you just didn't give scientific names

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Originally posted by Shepster:
...glutious maximus and minimus-Probably the strongest and most over-looked components of the great hitter...

And the opposite s e x.

Just joking around linear-don't get the wrong idea. My wife of 15yrs can verify my manhood and acknowledgement of opposite gender.

Didn't know hoe to take your post

LOL

Welp, the shepster getting a little slap happy. Did enjoy the good-natured ribbing and insightful information here today but must close the eyes before I wake and pray the Lord my soul to take...well you know the rest of the story. A hitter is only good as his last At-Bat and I'm glad that doesn't pertain to my last post.

Nighty,
Shep