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Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast

The world of training pitchers and baseball players has changed dramatically in the last 5 years. From advances in technology to developments in strength training, developing today"s players is a whole new ball game. In this podcast, we hope to bring you the latest, from player development to strength training to recruiting and scouting. We are going to cover a broad range of topics with one purpose in mind, bringing you useful information. Join Nunzio Signore, owner of RPP baseball, as he

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33:10

Strength vs. Stability, Conditioning for Players and...

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2023/08/19

Today I have an “Ask me Anything” round where I answer questions on:The differences between strength and stability and how to train itAnaerobic conditioning for baseball playersThe Importance of having systems in place Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram

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37:17

Rehabbing Athletes Back to Sport with Dr. David Schwartz

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2023/08/11

Today we’re sitting down with DPT David Schwartz from Blue Iron Physio. Topics include:Strength vs Stability - What’s the difference?Getting athletes back-to-sportHow to select the right PTDavid is the owner and primary operator of Blue Iron Physio in Tenafly NJ. He earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and following his undergraduate studies, he moved to Boston where he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from MGH Institute of Health

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28:00

Extension, Hip Bias and Creating the Script for...

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2023/08/05

Today we're sitting down with Niko Leontarakis, RPP Director of Pitching, and talking about some common issues we see in pitchers and how it's not always only about mechanics. Topics Include:Incorporating anatomy into coachingUnderstanding the athlete in front of youImportance of hip bias and ultimately extensionNiko graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 2022 with a Masters Degree in Exercise Science. Prior to EKU, he attended Post University and graduated with Bachelors in

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37:31

A Deep Dive into Player Development with Duke...

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2023/07/29

Today we’re sitting down with Tyler Rost, Duke University’s Director of Player Development. Tyler brings a great deal of experience to the table and is a great listen. Topics include:The full on-boarding process for freshmanMerging data with “real” feelCreating a great “team” environment both on and off the fieldTyler joined the Duke Baseball coaching staff as the Director of Player Development in February of 2021. In his role, he oversees all technology, analytics and data collection and

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35:25

Training Power in Rotational Athletes with RPP...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/22

Today we’re sitting down with Zach Kollar, RPP Director of Strength and Conditioning . Zach has been a big part of what we've develop here on the S&C side of things during the past few years . Join us as we'll be discussing training "power" in rotational athletes. Topics Include:Why power is the gold standard in athleticismDifferent types of training based on the individualWhen and how to train it (it matters!)Zach has been a strength coach at RPP for the past 4 years. He

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32:07

Pitch Design with RPP Pitching Coordinator Jake...

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2023/07/14

Today, we're sitting down with RPP Pitching Coordinator Jake Lebovitch and discussing all aspects of pitch design. This is a great episode and topics include:Evaluating pitcher's movement patternsSource of ball movementMost relevant metricsWhat's good movement and what's notSequencing and tunnelingTime it takes to see resultsJake Lebovitch is Pitching Coordinator and Remote Performance Coach here at RPP. He played 4 years of NCAA Baseball at Muhlenberg College and graduated in

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27:28

Assessing and Prioritizing Training Pitchers and...

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2023/07/08

Today I’ll be talking in some depth about the most recent version of our in-house assessment, what we test and how we use it to create the ultimate programming for our athletes. Topics include:Individualizing strength / power trainingUsing it to make mechanical adjustmentsGoing after the lowest hanging fruitReducing injury risk Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out

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43:36

Training Division 1 Athletes in the Weight Room with...

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2023/06/30

My guest today is Will Franco, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Boston College, where he has been overseeing the baseball program for the past 2 years. I’ve known Will since his tenure with Maryland as well as the Orioles affiliate the Aberdeen Iron Birds. Today we will shed some light on:What’s Expected of College Freshman in Strength and MobilityIn-Season / Off-Season PeriodizationThe Importance of Training SpeedWill is a 2015 graduate of University of Massachusetts Amherst with a BS

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38:03

Conquering the Challenges of a New Environment with...

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2023/06/23

This week’s sit down is with long time comrade Eric Supplee, recently appointed Assistant Coach at the University of San Francisco. Today we’ll be discussing:The challenges of playing and coaching in a new environmentBuilding trust with a new group of athletesCharacteristics of a great competitorEric Supplee is the Assistant Coach at the University of San Francisco. He came to the Hilltop in the fall of 2022 after enjoying tremendous success while in New York City, which included guiding the

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33:20

Ins and Outs of Playing and Coaching D1 with...

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2023/06/16

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37:42

Understanding and Utilizing Motion Capture Data to...

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2023/06/09

Today we're sitting down with Jimmy Buffi, CEO of Reboot Motion. During the episode, Jimmy helps break down motion capture to players and coaches in more understandable terms and talks about how he gathers information to help create a blueprint for success. Topics include:Identifying possible Mechanical disconnects or “leaks”Predicting Injury RiskOrganizing work load managementJimmy Buffi is the co-founder of Reboot Motion, a sports science company, dedicated to empowering athletes, coaches,

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29:10

Considerations for Playing Summer Ball and Training...

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2023/06/03

Today I’m flying solo, answering questions regarding playing summer ball (or not). And if so, how to train properly during the hot summer months in order to maintain athleticism. Topics will include:Pros and ConsConsiderations when decidingFinding the right organization/fit Maintaining athleticism throughout the short season Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of

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41:14

Attacking the Mental Side of Performance with Mike Huber

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2023/05/27

Today we’re sitting down with Mental Performance Coach Michael Huber. Mike is the founder of “The Freshman Foundation Podcast “, where he prepares and guides athletes and families through the mental side of performance through their athletic career / journey. Today’s topics include:Mental and Emotional BlocksAddressing “The Yips”Sustainable MotivationMike is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® accredited by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology. He is also the founder and host of The

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40:06

Maximizing Performance through Better Nutrition with...

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2023/05/19

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40:39

Understanding and Choosing TJ Procedures and Recovery...

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2023/05/13

This week we’re sitting down with Dr. Casey Pierce, MD. He is a long time friend and one of my “go-to guys” when it comes to Tommy John repair. This is a must for athletes as well as parents in order to be better educated with the process. This week we discuss:The various levels of treatment and proceduresThe back-to-throw timeline for eachHow to determine which treatment is right for your particular situation and whyDr. Pierce is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon, fellowship-trained in sports

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40:56

Assessing Hitters to Maximize Performance with FDU's...

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2023/05/05

My guest today is Ethan Newton, Assistant Coach at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU). He joined (actually re-joined) the Knights last year after having spent over a year here at RPP as the Director of Hitting. Join us as we discuss:Value in assessments and their application in trainingMovement strategies and hitting mechanicsImportance of the middlePrior to RPP, Ethan was an assistant coach on Rob DiToma's staff at FDU. He arrived at FDU after spending the past two seasons as a volunteer

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46:11

Choosing a Summer College League with CPL's Chip...

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2023/04/28

I am very excited to have Commissioner Chip Allen and Deputy Commissioner Justin Sellers from the Coastal Plain League on the show today. For those of you that may not be familiar with the Coastal Plain League, it is one of the premier summer college baseball leagues in the country. It is located in the southeast covering the states of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.Every year 100s of college baseball players congregate at the CPL from some of the most elite college baseball

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49:58

Talking Shop with the Legendary Mike Boyle

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2023/04/22

My guest today is Mike Boyle and there is no bigger name in the training world than Mike Boyle. It is a pleasure to sit down and talk shop with one of “the Godfathers” of performance training as well as one of my own biggest inspirations through the years. Topics include:Bullet points for training young athletesEnergy system work for baseballThe bilateral / unilateral controversyMike is one of the worlds' foremost educators in the areas of performance training, personal training and athletic

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32:52

Working Your Way Up the Ranks with Pitching Coach...

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2023/04/14

Today's guest is Peter Larson, Pitching Coach for the Twins AAA-Affiliate in St. Paul. Join us as we discuss a variety of topics, including:Moving up the coaching ranks in pro ballWorking with athletes going through rehabChanges in the Twins minor league programs and trainingTurning data into an actionable game plan, especially during the seasonWorking with the bio-mechanists and big takeawaysPeter is entering his fifth season with the Twins organization after spending the 2022 as the pitching

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27:59

Importance of In-season Training and Youth Development

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2023/04/02

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