How Do You Increase Softball Pitching Speed?
Learning how to become an effective pitcher in softball is a process that takes many years. Learning the correct form is the start, then adding power and speed to the pitch comes later. A pitcher can work to throw her pitches with more speed, using several drills and practices. Stretch your hamstrings and lower back before you begin warming up. The looser your muscles, the better the chance you have of throwing hard. The best way to stretch out your hamstrings from a pitching perspective is to sit down on the ground and spread your legs. Extend your right leg and put your arms down by your right leg. Lower your chin toward your right leg. Get as low as you can without bouncing. Do this 15 times. Then do the same stretch toward the left leg. After you are done stretching, do three 30-yard sprints across the outfield. This should get your legs and hamstrings loose, and you should be ready to pitch. Start warming up on the mound. Build your arm strength by taking two steps back after you
