Balance Pause Drill

• 1 player on the mound (mound optional, can use flat ground), 1 player catching (or a screen can be used)
• Player starts on the pitching rubber with 60% of weight on drive leg, 40% on lift leg
• Once weight is distributed properly, player lifts leg to get into balance position and holds the stance for 3 to 5 seconds (if the player is unable to stay balanced have them start over)
• Player begin the drill with 5 dry repetitions (without throwing) to make sure mechanics are correct
• After the dry repetitions, player goes through the drill again, this time throwing the ball to the catcher by driving down the mound from the balance position
• Players should have at least 5 dry repetitions, then at least 10 throwing repetitions