New post is up!
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...ological-dismay.html
JH,
I look forward to reading every update.
It would be hard to say they get "better!"
Each one, every one leaves an impression.
Speaking from my perspective, blogs like this week where you discuss the mental challenges, and discoveries, in your process create the most powerful impressions.
Thank you.
I look forward to reading every update.
It would be hard to say they get "better!"
Each one, every one leaves an impression.
Speaking from my perspective, blogs like this week where you discuss the mental challenges, and discoveries, in your process create the most powerful impressions.
Thank you.
First off my apologies for the delay in writing another post, I have been absolutely bombed with schoolwork in the last week or so. And to add onto that, sorry for the length of this post, being that it is rather lengthy (the longest I've written yet). Nonetheless, I personally feel as though the story outlined is a very inspirational one and I think would be a good read:
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...fe-forrest-gump.html
Hope you all enjoy!
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...fe-forrest-gump.html
Hope you all enjoy!
JH,
Tonight I threw for the second day and I know exactly the excitement you have. It feels great but you realize there is a reason the program is as long as it is. Good luck. Thanks for writing this, it's nice to have a person who knows the small pains and large excitement over such little things that we've had to experience.
Tonight I threw for the second day and I know exactly the excitement you have. It feels great but you realize there is a reason the program is as long as it is. Good luck. Thanks for writing this, it's nice to have a person who knows the small pains and large excitement over such little things that we've had to experience.
Excellent!
Thanks everyone once again.
Junior5- It really is amazing how much the little things matter. I am hoping that your throwing program goes very well and that you recovery smoothly from here on (even though it takes forever). I know how hard you've worked since surgery and how determined you probably are.
Junior5- It really is amazing how much the little things matter. I am hoping that your throwing program goes very well and that you recovery smoothly from here on (even though it takes forever). I know how hard you've worked since surgery and how determined you probably are.
Today was a big day for me in the rehab process...new post is up talking about it:
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...-threw-baseball.html
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...-threw-baseball.html
Awesome JH! Congratulations on making the effort to begin the journey back! You had me close to tears. My middle son tore his bicep the summer of his senior year and was offered a walk on spot at his local JUCO but was unable to make it back that season. Now he is working hard and throwing hard looking for an opportunity. I am smiling with you!
FF- Thanks for the kind words. I'm sure you and your son know firsthand how difficult this can sometimes be. Good luck to him and keep us all updated on his continuing progress and health
Just wanted to post a quick update...the blog is now available in mobile format. Nearly 20% of the views come from a mobile device and I have received feedback from some readers stating that it would be easier to read that way. So for those of you who read along on a mobile device, I hope this launch makes it easier for you!
Thanks again for following along.
P.S. I wrote this from my phone so I am well aware of the convenience
Thanks again for following along.
P.S. I wrote this from my phone so I am well aware of the convenience
Hey Josh - If you want an early trip to Florida to break up the monotany of winter, we have a room you can hang out in!
New blog post is up...hope you all are able to read along and enjoy!
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...ghtening-twinge.html
http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...ghtening-twinge.html
ouch! Smart gf you have there.... 
Take it exactly like you are supposed too!
Take it exactly like you are supposed too!
55mom- Despite my constant egotistical and sarcastic remarks to her saying otherwise I must admit that on most occasions, I do agree with you. 
On another note: according to the stats that I have access to with the blog, the past hour since I posted the notice that the post was written has been the single most viewed one hour since I began the blog on July 13. Thank you all so much for following along and supporting my writing.
On another note: according to the stats that I have access to with the blog, the past hour since I posted the notice that the post was written has been the single most viewed one hour since I began the blog on July 13. Thank you all so much for following along and supporting my writing.
J H your latest blog is excellent. I wish that many players didn't have to go through a significant injury to understand this. My son, Junior5 appears to develop a similar attitude towards preparation as a result of his injury.
As a parent watching my son go through the recovery process, I can say it is a hard lesson to learn but in some respects very gratifying he was able to learn it during his freshman year in college.
For parents/players who take the time to read this latest blog; please take the importance of preparation to heart. Focus on everything you are doing to prepare to the play the game you love.
As a parent watching my son go through the recovery process, I can say it is a hard lesson to learn but in some respects very gratifying he was able to learn it during his freshman year in college.
For parents/players who take the time to read this latest blog; please take the importance of preparation to heart. Focus on everything you are doing to prepare to the play the game you love.
jsingerjj- In all conversations I've had with your son, it seems as though he is very dedicated to his shoulder recuperation as well. Injuries, regardless of the severity, are a learning experience in many aspects.
Thanks for the praise and thanks for following along.
Thanks for the praise and thanks for following along.
Wanted to share this with everyone here...this is me completing a portion of my throwing program this morning: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...PUMtLMI26-GnmQPdPZkD
quote:Originally posted by J H:
Wanted to share this with everyone here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...PUMtLMI26-GnmQPdPZkD
Very encouraging Josh!
We've had similar weather to what you had that day here in Cleveland - believe it or not
quote:Originally posted by J H:
Wanted to share this with everyone here...this is me completing a portion of my throwing program this morning: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...PUMtLMI26-GnmQPdPZkD
WTG!
Sweet! I bet that felt so good!! (Except you look cold to this southern person!)
55mom- To be completely honest the cold isn't that terrible once you're warmed up. It takes a bit more dynamic stretching and movement previous to actually throwing to get that chill out of you, but once you get into the swing of things it really isn't awful. My throwing partner in the video, a junior RHP at my school, stupidly decided it would be OK to wear a hoodie and shorts for this morning's session so I have a feeling he may have felt the elements a bit more than I did.
Of course that's not to say I wouldn't prefer the weather of the Carolinas...
Of course that's not to say I wouldn't prefer the weather of the Carolinas...
Great to see. Hopefully the snow stays away! Gotta love our great Northeast weather this year. My son was out with his friend throwing today too. Little warmer in Jersey, high of 42 today.
Coach Josh 
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Thanks for sharing. Good to see you back on a field albeit a football field. I'll bet there is no better feeling than tossing the baseball around right now. Stay warm, and stay healthy!
,Thanks for sharing. Good to see you back on a field albeit a football field. I'll bet there is no better feeling than tossing the baseball around right now. Stay warm, and stay healthy!
Looks good there big guy!
H-1
New post is up: http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...nxious-awaiting.html
I still find it amazing that as I go through this I will talk to my dad about something I struggle with then a couple day later you post something about it.
Keeping working hard!
Keeping working hard!
Thank you to 08dad for reaching out and providing me with valuable information pertaining to my rehab. New post is up: http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...friend-ive-come.html
Josh:
Glad I caught the difference... couldn't understand how two LHPs, essentially the same age, having surgery two days apart, could have different rehabs!!!
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Glad I caught the difference... couldn't understand how two LHPs, essentially the same age, having surgery two days apart, could have different rehabs!!!
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Good Luck!
I anxiously await your next update!
Josh,
Seems like yesterday when you gave us all the news, all I can say is wow!
Best of luck, let us know how monday goes!
Seems like yesterday when you gave us all the news, all I can say is wow!
Best of luck, let us know how monday goes!
New blog post is up talking about today... http://joshherzenberg.blogspot...threw-off-mound.html
Whoooo Hooo!!!!