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MLB Development + Sustaining Peak Athletic Performance – Dr. Josh Heenan | Bearded n The Brains
Dr. Josh Heenan and I hop on Twitter spaces to chat all things training, the future of scouting MLB talent + genetic makeup, and much more
My Big Announcement For The Upcoming Season
Got some big time news pertaining to my future plans in the game of baseball and how we’re planning on changing the game this season
Pitching Mechanics eBook
I just released my newest eBook for Pitching Mechanics. Click the button below to purchase today! Here is a sneak peak. Seeking complete optimization of Pitching Mechanics to improve health, increase velocity, and command pitches better? Look no further. Throughout my...
Vulcan Splangeup Grip Breakdown
Wait..what..? Vulcan Splangeup..? Well shoot I'm running out of names to call these pitches! But you got to check this puppy out!
Slurve Grip Breakdown
ROBBY ROWLAND gives us an inside look at his new "Slurve" pitch that blends together a Slider and a Curveball. Check it out..
BREAKING DOWN MY WINTERBALL PERFORMANCE
On this episode we’ll be taking a deep dive into my performance from this past Winterball Season.
Robby Row’s 2021 Recap
On this episode Robby Rowland breaks down his entire 2021 and talks about his personal journey throughout the entire calendar year
Robby Row’s Mobility Gainz
Certified FRC Mobility Specialist Robby Rowland dives into the world of Mobility Training providing coaching, routines, exercises, and more
Splange Grip Breakdown
Robby Rowland explains how he throws his recently discovered "Splange" in this pitch grip breakdown consisting of grip, cues, and more.
My Dream Came True
Robby Rowland talks about how his dream of being in the lineup during a professional baseball game came true last night
Regaining Lost Confidence
On today’s episode of The Robby Row Show Baseball Podcast we’ll be diving back into the Mental Game of Baseball to talk about regaining lost confidence.
Winterball Vlog – Part 2
Robby Rowland brings you an up close and personal look to everyday life of a professional baseball player playing winterball in Puerto Rico
Off Season Vlogs
Robby Rowland takes you inside some of his Off-Season days to give you a glimpse to his everyday life outside of the baseball season
Lexington Vlog
Lexington Vlog 2020 My Return To The Game I Love Lexington Vlog Playlist View Lexington Vlogs on YouTube Episode 1 - "The Return" What a Day! Words can't even describe the emotions to be honest.. The amount of support has been unreal and I can't thank...
Winterball Vlog – PT. 1
Robby Rowland brings you an up close and personal look to everyday life of a professional baseball player playing winterball in Puerto Rico
Indy Ball Vlog
Robby Rowland Vlogs the entire 2021 Independent Baseball Season that features all the ups and downs of playing this beautiful game
4 Him Glove Company
4 Him Glove Company unboxing, glove review, discount code, and break in tutorial by Robby Rowland. 4 Him Glove Company is a faith centered..
Pocket Path Product Review
Robby Rowland gives his take on the new Arm Action Mechanics Training Tool "pocket path" by PFA Baseball's Dave Coggin
Drill Progressions
Here you will find a majority of the Drill Progressions I like to incorporate for my athletes to create awareness for efficient movements
Splitter Grip Breakdown
Let's talk about my SPLITTER grip today. When this pitch is on it's my best secondary pitch.. when it's not.. I don't even throw it lol.
Thought Process + Breathing Routine on The Mound
Talking about a valuable piece towards pitching performance when it comes to in-game thought process and breathing on the mound
Spike Curveball Grip
Today we'll take a look at my recently discovered spike curveball grip along with plenty of video and pitch data metrics.
Reviewing Fitness + Sleep Trackers I Use
Today i’ll be reviewing the fitness/sleep trackers that I personally use consisting of WHOOP, Oura Ring, FitBit, and The Apple Watch
Dr. Josh Heenan – Bearded n The Brains – Development Assistance
Today’s episode will feature insight from Dr. Heenan and myself regarding mental performance, mindset, mechanical breakdowns, in season training, and much more.
Self Talk
How can we as athletes utilize “self talk/inner dialogue” to maximize our performance potential? Let’s find out..
Recovery
Today on The Robby Row Show Baseball Podcast I’ll be covering the popular topic of “recovery” within the realm of baseball performance
Certified FRC Mobility Specialist
Win This Pitch
This Podcast Episode is going to be about an experience I recently had in Winterball that inspired me to talk about simplifying our focus during performance
Breaking Down My Pitching Mechanics
Today’s episode I’ll be doing a full breakdown of my pitching mechanics and highlight what I’m trying to accomplish within my delivery
TJ Rivera + Brett Rodriguez
Talking to TJ Rivera and Brett Rodriguez about all things hitting approaches + hitting routines from the physical and mental side
Physical + Mental Preparation Before Pitching
In today’s episode of The Robby Row Show Baseball Podcast Robby Rowland will be diving into physical and mental pitching preparation
Increasing Fastball Spin Rate Theory
Super small sample size of a theory on how to potentially increase your spin rate on a 4-Seam Fastball by way of gripping the baseball.
Jeremy Maschino Returns To Breakdown My Pitches Data Metrics
I would consider Jeremy Maschino to be my Pitch Data Consultant and today he returns to The Robby Row Show Baseball Podcast
How I Approach Pitch Design
Robby Rowland talks about everything that goes into his Pitch Design days including using a Rapsodo and high speed camera
How To Deal With Failure
How do you deal with failure when you know you're better than what your performance has shown?
Preset Foot Turn on Rubber
Thoughts on Starting The Back Foot/Leg Slightly Internally Rotated To Increase Separation?
Brandon Woodruff Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Taking a look at the Pitching Mechanics of Brewers Pitcher Brandon Woodruff who I believe to be one of the most underrated starting pitchers
Clayton Kershaw Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down the pitching mechanics of Clayton Kershaw
My Long Toss Throwing Program
Here I'll breakdown everything you need to know about my long toss throwing program including videos of what my long toss looks like and instruction.
What I Learned During My Season + My Process of Improvement
In this episode of The Robby Row Show Podcast I will talk about everything I learned in this past season as well as a process of improvement
Garrett Crochet Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Garrett Crochet bursts onto the scene of Major League Baseball having not thrown a pitch in the Minor Leagues. Lets breakdown his mechanics.
Yu Darvish Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Today we’ll be diving into the pitching mechanics of Yu Darvish highlighting his ability to sequence his body to produce high velocity
Jacob deGrom Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Robby Rowland breaks down the extremely efficient pitching mechanics of the games best pitcher in Jacob deGrom
Josh Hader Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Today Robby Rowland breaks down the pitching mechanics of Milwaukee Brewers All-Star Pitcher Josh Hader and how he's able to be so dominant
Tyler Glasnow Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Robby Rowland breaks down the pitching mechanics of Tampa Bay Rays phenom pitcher Tyler Glasnow and how he's able to throw 100 MPH
What Should My Off-Season Throwing Volume Be
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "What Should My Off-Season Throwing Volume Look Like?"
How To Find The Killer Instinct Before You Pitch
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "How Do I Find The Killer Instinct Before I Pitch In A Game?"
How Do I Avoid Throwing Balls In The Dirt?
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "What Do I Need To Do To Not Throw Balls In The Dirt?"
What Mechanical Breakdown Loses The Most Velo?
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "What Mechanical Breakdown Loses The Most Pitching Velocity?"
Are J-Bands + Plyos Before A Start Ok?
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "Are J-Bands and Plyo Balls Before A Start A Good Idea?"
Should You Play Multiple Sports?
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "Should I Play Multiple Sports or Just Stick To Baseball?"
Is A Long Arm or Short Arm Better?
In this Q&A segment Robby Rowland answers the question, "What's Better Between A Long Arm Action and A Short Arm Action?"
Confidence in Baseball
We all know how big a role “confidence” plays in the game of baseball. The question then becomes how do we obtain confidence?
Lucas Giolito + Shane Bieber – Arm Action Mechanics
Notice the simplicity of Lucas Giolito and Shane Bieber’s Arm Action and how it leads to a number of efficient moves in their delivery
Robby Row’s Starting Pitcher Throwing Routines
Robby Rowland takes you inside his routine on a typical Start Day that consists of what he does for throwing heading into an outing
Outfielder Throwing Mechanics Analysis
Previewing a Mechanical Analysis I did with an Outfielder showcasing efficient throwing mechanics and organization to increase power output
Deep Dive into Robby Row’s Outings
Robby Rowland breaks down game footage from his personal outings to talk about pitch sequencing, pitch execution, reading hitters, and much more!
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Clearing The Mechanism
As the great Billy Chapel said, “Clear The Mechanism.” Every athlete probably knows what that means but how the heck do we obtain it?
How Hard Should I Be Throwing?
By far one of the most popular questions that I get from youth pitchers is, "How hard should I be throwing at ___ years old?" I get it.. you want to know.
Dustin May – How Does He Throw 100 MPH
We'll be taking a look at Los Angeles Dodgers phenom pitcher Dustin May and breaking down what he does in his mechanics that allows him to throw 100 MPH
The Robby Row Show VLOG
Ever wonder what really goes on in the life of a professional baseball player throughout the course of a season? I gotchu! Welcome to The Robby Row Show Vlog!
How Do You Deal w/ Self Doubt?
As athlete’s we’re always going to be faced with a ton of pressure to perform which means we’re likely to deal with doubts.. here’s how I tackle self doubt
The Robby Rowland Comeback Journey
Here’s a full timetable of my injury I suffered in 2018 as well as the comeback journey up until this point.
Who is Robby Rowland?
Robby Rowland gives a full description of who Robby Rowland is and why he’s built everything you see from him on the internet. Hear his story
The Velocity Enhancing Move
After years of observation this particular series of moves are the single most important aspects of throwing velocity that the games best do extremely well
Typical Bullpen in 2020
Robby Rowland bullpen on July 9, 2020 using Rapsodo to measure pitch data metrics as well as slow motion camera to capture pitch design
Personal Identification System | Accelerators + Drivers
I will simply be sharing a recent theory of mine in regards to self identifying what you need to do in order to optimize your pitching mechanics
5 Pitching Mechanics Checkpoints
Breaking down the simple system I developed when looking at a baseline for optimal pitching mechanics and how this can be beneficial for development
David Price 2008 vs 2020 Pitching Mechanics
Was watching video on David Price and stumbled upon some pretty drastic differences in his mechanics when looking at his 2008 year compared to 2020
Robby Row’s Warmup Routines
Robby Rowland breaks down his personal warmup routines that he uses each and everyday before he touches a baseball
Band Pulls Drill Progression
This is a simple drill but highly effective in working towards optimizing the hand path after separation.
Mechanical Analysis Preview
This will serve as a preview of everything that is included when signing up for my Pitching Mechanics Analysis Service. Book yours today!
The Importance of The Foot + Ankle in Pitching Mechanics
I believe any type of screening of a delivery should start with the drive foot. Why? What's connected to the earth when we leg lift?
Josh Staumont + Hunter Greene Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down the pitching mechanics of two of the games young promising pitchers, Josh Staumont and Hunter Greene, who both throw 100 MPH
Becoming Efficient With Your Pitching Mechanics
Everyone wants to improve their pitching mechanics. We live in a generation of private pitching instruction at a young age. So let's talk about the process.
How I Approach In-Person Pitching Lessons
I want to provide a breakdown of how I approach in-person pitching lessons.
Efficient Hip Drive Mechanics
Talking about a mechanical breakdown in which the pitcher will raise his hips during his drive instead of sinking down with the slope
Infielder Throwing Mechanics Analysis
A lot of people want to know if I also work with position players when it comes to throwing mechanics. This breakdown will show a preview of just that.
Slider Grip Breakdown
Today I'm going to be breaking down my Slider. I'll be elaborating on the specific grip I use when throwing the slider as well as some cues.
Efficient Drive Leg Mechanics
We will go over the major components of the drive leg during the pitching mechanics and how to efficiently maximize velocity
Hip Rotation + Hip/Shoulder Separation
Breaking down hip rotation within the pitching delivery and how I believe optimizing hip rotation is a key to unlocking authentic hip shoulder separation
Drill Progression For Feeling Hip/Shoulder Separation
drill progression that could help with providing the specific feeling we want as throwers to maximize hip shoulder separation
Mechanics of The Glove Arm + Front Side
Breaking down the efficient use of the glove side within the pitching mechanics.
Arm Drag + Late Hand Raise
Today we'll take a look at a common deficiency within the Pitching delivery in what I would call "Arm Drag" and why it's important to identify.
Effortless Velocity + Pitching Mechanics To Throw Harder
Will be breaking down the concept of Effortless Velocity and how to best go about obtaining it through efficient pitching mechanics
Hip Internal Rotation + Heel Disconnection
Breaking down the pitchiing mechanics of a highly effective pitcher and how the internal rotation of the hip dictates heel disconnection
Early Arm Raise + The Loss in Pitching Velocity
We're going to take a look at a breakdown in the pitching mechanics that I see a lot of youth pitchers struggle with due to past coaching.
Forward Momentum + Drive Phase Acceleration
Talking about acceleration into drive phase with the implementation of forward momentum during the initial move of the delivery
Quarterback Drop Step Drill
Here's a simple drill progression that I will program for guys that need to create some freedom in their throwing mechanics.
Drive Leg Unauthentic Stability
Breaking down the concept of "authentic" and "unauthentic" drive leg stability and how that applies to pitching velocity.
The Perfect Throw By Revolution Throwing Review
Product review and breakdown of the Perfect Throw Trainer by Revolution Throwing. This tool will provide good feedback for your arm path.
Nate Trosky – Getting Your Mind Right
In episode 95 of The Robby Row Show Podcast i’m joined by owner and founder of Trosky Baseball, Nate Trosky.
Casey Smith – Deeper Dive into Baseball Development
In episode 94 of The Robby Row Show Podcast I am joined by seasoned Robby Row Show Podcast veteran Casey Smith also known as Out Front Hitting
Finding The Right Implementation For The Right Athlete
Previewing a Mechanical Analysis Client and the unique case in which the athlete isn’t able to unlock movement capacity in his delivery
Bobby Patton – Instilling Mental Toughness
In episode 93 of The Robby Row Show Podcast I am joined by fellow beard brother Bobby Patton. Listen in as we dive into all things baseball instruction
What’s in My Baseball Bag
Highlighting exactly what is in my baseball bag
FREE Copy of Plyo Ball Routines + Drills eBook
Download a FREE COPY of my Plyo Ball Routines + Drills eBook Today!
Lead Leg Block Breakdown
Breaking down the lead leg block within the pitching mechanics and how I personally believe that an efficient lead leg block occurs naturally
Understanding Pitch Data Metrics + Analytics w/ Jeremy Maschino
Jeremy Maschino and I dive into all things pitch data metrics to give you a baseline understanding of the dynamic that is new age baseball data analytics.
Throwing Session All By Myself
February 7 throwing session all by myself featuring long toss and pulldowns
Mike Clevinger Mechanics
breaking down the mechanics of Mike Clevinger and a mechanical change that aided in a velo jump
Joe Kelly Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down the pitching mechanics of Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly
How Come I Can Throw The Ball Far But Not Hard?
Answering the question of "how come I can long toss at a great distance but when I get on a mound I can't throw hard?"
“Why” Are You Uncomfortable in Games?
Talking about the dynamic of being uncomfortable in games and using the opportunity to take advantage of learning about yourself
Q&A #9 – Game Environments, 4 and 2 Seam Fastballs, TJ Surgery, and more
Diving into why mechanics change in games, consistent movement on 4 and 2 seam fastballs, and more
90 MPH Formula Home Training Sessions
After getting lots of questions about home workouts i'm now going to showcase my home training sessions in my backyard facility
Why Pitchers Should Hip Hinge
Talking about the importance of the Hip Hinge within the Pitching Delivery
Changeup Grip Breakdown
Today I will breakdown my Changeup and show you exactly how I grip the pitch.
How To Throw During Social Distancing
Answering the burning question of how do we get our throwing in during this time of social distancing and the corona virus pandemic
Pitch Logic Baseball By F5 Sports Review
I’ll be comparing and reviewing The Pitch Logic Baseball By F5 Sports. In this review you’ll see the Pitch Logic Ball compared to a Rapsodo Pitching Unit
Diamond Kinetics Pitch Tracker Baseball Review
Comparing the pitch data metrics of The Diamond Kinetics Pitch Tracker to the Rapsodo Pitching Unit 2.0 and reviewing the DK Ball
How Can A Catcher Help His Pitching Staff?
Answering the question of, "How can a catcher help his pitching staff?"
Pitcher Catcher Convo’s w/ My Pops
It took awhile but finally got my dad, former Major League Catcher, to agree in doing a segment on the relationship between the Pitcher and Catcher
Is Throwing Harder More About Strength or Pitching Mechanics?
Today's question is, "What is velocity more about? Strength or Pitching Mechanics?" Let's dive in!
Flat Ground vs Mound Velocity
Answering the question of "Is there a difference in velocity between the pitching mound and flat ground?" Let's dive in!
How Do You Be More Consistent With Your Pitches?
In today's FAQ I answer the question of "how do you be more consistent with your pitches?" Find a full video breakdown talking about consistency
How Much Does Velocity Matter?
Today's FAQ is "How much does Velocity actually matter?" Let's dive in..
If It’s Fair, It’s Gone 14 – Corona Madness
In episode 14 of “If It’s Fair, It’s Gone” a podcast hosted by Robby Rowland + Jack Flaherty, we’ll talk about what in the heck we do during corona madness
How Should I Grip The Ball When Trying To Throw Hard?
Breaking down the question of "Should I grip the ball loose or tight?" This changes when talking about different pitch types but focusing on fastball velo
What To Do If Velocity Has Plateaued? – FAQ’S
Taking a look at the dynamic of facing Velocity Plateaus and some of the things to maybe consider if you're stuck in this rut
Identifying Your Ideal Mechanics
Talking about finding your ideal pitching mechanics and the responsibility of doing so to better your development
Controlling The Running Game
Breaking down how to effectively control the running game while you’re pitching with guys on base but still executing quality pitches
Cutter Grip Breakdown
In this edition of Robby Rowland's pitch breakdowns we'll be taking a look at the Cutter and breaking down the pitch grip as well as the data behind it.
Quieting The Mind
In this edition of Pitching Talks i’ll breakdown what it’s like to face the dynamic of not being able to quiet your mind during games while pitching
Q&A Podcast #8 – Curveball Efficiency, Should You Do Driveline, Velo Reads on a Budget, Fear, + Cut FB’s
On this edition of Q&A’s on The Robby Row Show Podcast we’ll talk about velo reads on a budget, dealing with fear, CB efficiency, Driveline, and cut FB’s.
Nate Pearson Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down the pitching mechanics of Toronto Blue Jays phenom pitcher Nate Pearson who throws upwards to 100 MPH
Brady Singer + Justin Verlander Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down the pitching mechanics of Brady Singer and Justin Verlander showing commonalities from both
Jeurys Familia – Lower Half Mechanics
Breaking down the lower half mechanics of New York Mets Pitcher Jeurys Familia and how he's able to throw at high velocities
Michael Kopech Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down Chicago White Sox flame thrower Michael Kopech and what he does extremely well in his pitching mechanics
If It’s Fair, It’s Gone 13 – NBA All-Star Weekend, Movies, + Q&A’s
On episode 13 of If It’s Fair, It’s Gone featuring Jack Flaherty + Robby Rowland NBA All Star Weekend is discussed as well as some Q&A’s for Jack
Connection Ball Drill
Today I'll discuss one of the many throwing drills I like to use with a Connection Ball
Velocity Gains But How?
Robby Rowland discusses the interesting dynamic that is simply throwing harder and really how he is now throwing harder than he was before
If It’s Fair, It’s Gone 12 – Kobe
The Robby Row Show Podcast “If it’s Fair, It’s Gone” Edition with Jack Flaherty Episode 12. Today we’ll talk all about the man who inspired us all, Kobe.
Starting Pitcher Routines
Here you will find all the content you’ll ever need to get an idea of how a Starting Pitcher goes about his weekly routine
My Weighted Baseballs Routine
I’m going to take you through my weighted baseball routine and how I utilize these to establish authentic throwing mechanics
Tap Baseball Training Sock – Product Review
Today I’ll review the Tap Baseball Training Sock, a tool that will allow you to throw indoors or when you don’t have a partner!
Skater Jump To Throw Drill
Today I'll breakdown a drill that could be used if the athlete is struggling with really feeling efficient ground connection
Quick Pick Throwing Drill
Today I will breakdown a simple throwing drill that could provide good feedback if you're somebody working on cleaning up your arm and hand path
Quick Catch + Throw Drill
Today I'll breakdown a drill that could potentially help aid in developing a cleaner and more efficient arm/hand path
Curtsy Lunge Throwing Drill
Today I'll breakdown a simple drill that you can incorporate to feel more activation and engagement from your drive leg
Drive Leg Constraint Drill
Today I'll breakdown a constraint drill that could potentially help a pitcher transfer more ground force energy without any leaks to produce more velocity
Movement Capacity w/ Dr. Josh Heenan
Today Dr. Heenan and I will look at some really important dynamics to consider when evaluating the pitching mechanics.
How Often Should a Pitcher Throw?
"How Often Should I Throw?" - loaded question so let's take about 15 minutes talking about it.
Post Throwing Routine
Robby Rowland shows you what he typically will do after he is done throwing. This routine will sometimes vary but consisting of similar exercises
Setting Sights – A Key Component To Pitching Command
Today I’ll bring you in on a lesson in which I talk about the importance of setting sights as a pitcher and how that simple adjustment can make the world of difference.
Do I Wish I Went To College?
In this podcast I talk about my decision to turn pro at 18 instead of going to the University of Oregon on a baseball scholarship
Everything I Use To Create Content and Podcasts
Here’s a breakdown of everything Robby Rowland uses for content creation and podcasting. All the equipment that I use to make everything you see from me.
The Mental Game
In this episode of The Robby Row Show Podcast Robby Rowland opens up about his journey struggling with the mental component of being a pitcher
Warmup Throw Routine Indoors
Struggle with knowing what to do when you’re stuck having to warmup and throw indoors? Here’s a preview of how I warmup while i’m indoors
Full Throwing Session w/ Chris Harms
In today's video I'll be long tossing with a good buddy of mine talking about how to efficiently long toss on a lighter day and not having to rely so much on arm strength to complete a task.
Mic’d Up Throwing Session w/ The Fam
Let me take you inside to give you an exclusive look at what a long toss throwing session with my family looks like!
Information Overload
In this podcast I’ll be talking about information overload and how sometimes seeking out a ton of information can be harmful for an athlete.
Throwing Session w/ Kevin Munson
A Full one hour long throwing session with my good friend Kevin Munson both wearing microphones and talking all things pitching
Foot Positioning on The Rubber
Where you position your foot on the Pitchers rubber could impact how your body is moving when you throw the baseball and impact the end result
The Comeback – 5th Bullpen (94-96)
Threw my 5th Bullpen at UCSD sitting 94-96 while being mic’d up and throwing with a Rapsodo, Stalker Pro, and Pocket Radar.
The Comeback – Third Bullpen 96.5 MPH
Third bullpen as I begin to ramp it up even more. Increased 1 mph based on Rapsodo going from 95.1 to 96.5. Threw a 99.6 based on Diamond Kinetics ball.
Q&A POD 7 – Velo Numbers Down, When Should You Long Toss, Balancing Life + Baseball
Today we’ll dive into the dynamic of Velocity numbers not being where you want them, when to long toss, balancing baseball and life, and pulldown velo!
The Comeback – 97 MPH on Flat Ground
Today will be about the 3rd high intensity day being performed on flat ground getting velocity and spin readings with a diamond kinetics ball.
Roger Clemens Mechanics Breakdown
Taking a look at “The Rocket” Roger Clemens and what I see him do extremely well within his pitching delivery to give him great consistency and velocity
Everything I Have on Velocity
Here is a full page dedicated solely to pitching velocity. My findings on velocity, how I obtain velocity, and efficient ways to go about velocity.
The Comeback – Session 74
In today’s training you’ll see exercises including Sumo Deadlifts, GHR, Hammer Curls, and more! Enjoy
Finger/Thumb Placement + It’s Affect on Velocity and Spin
Today I want to breakdown what I recently discovered by throwing a few bullpens utilizing rapsodo and a diamond kinetics ball in regards to velo and spin
The Comeback – Session 73
In the 73rd Session of my training with Dr. Josh Heenan you’ll see Box Squats, Ring Pushups, Kickstand Deadlifts, and more!
The Comeback – Session 72
In the 72nd Training Session working w/ Dr. Josh Heenan you’ll see BB Front Rack Split Squats, Bird Dog Rows, and more!
The Comeback – Second Bullpen 95.1 MPH
Second Bullpen post Lat surgery and not being on the mound since July 2018 I topped 95.1 MPH while using multiple different radar guns and pitch trackers.
Late Acceleration + Optimizing The Delivery
Today I want to talk about what I mean when I say “late acceleration” or even just the terminology I use often in optimizing the pitching delivery.
Performance Reflection
In today’s edition of Pitching Talks presented by Robby Rowland, I want to highlight the importance of reflecting on ones performance
The Comeback – First Bullpen!
My first bullpen since 2018! Roughly 80-90% exertion level which I sat 90-93 mph. Highlights include pocket radar and edgertronic camera.
Cold Weather Baseball Hacks
Today i’ll talk about some “hacks” that you can perform when you’re playing baseball in extremely cold weather to hopefully make it suck a little less
Q&A POD 6 – Inconsistent Velo, Losing Velo, Cutters, + Returning From TJ
In the 6th installment of The Robby Row Show Podcast Q&A we’ll dive into throwing cutters, inconsistent velocity, and returning from tommy john surgery
The Comeback Throwing Program – Long Toss Alone
Here you’ll see me long toss and pulldown alone as I inch my way closer to full health!
Ball in Glove Shuffle Throws
After having talked a ton about Arm Path I want to highlight something that I would do to force my arm action to get in efficient positions rather quickly
The Comeback – Session 68
I’m documenting my post surgery comeback to return to professional baseball. Today is session 68 of my strength training rehab.
The Comeback – Session 66
In episode 66 of The Comeback – Training Edition – you will find exercises including 1 Arm BU KB Eccentric Squat to Box and more!
1/2 Kneeling Hip/Shoulder Separation Drill
Today we'll talk about one of the more mainstream topics within the pitching industry in hip shoulder separation and ways to go about maximizing your capacity and owning that range.
Vary Throws Using A Football
Let's change the way we think about developing "pitchers" and start developing "throwers" that are athletic enough to vary throw types and accomplish the same goal.
Bullpen Routine – Free Bullpen Objective PDF
In today’s pitching talks segment I want to further elaborate on Bullpens and how you can start to improve your pitching skills by being intentional
BowNet – Product Review
Today I’ll be reviewing The Big Mouth Elite Throwing Net by Bownet. I’ve been using this baseball net to get my throwing work in by myself
Back Pedal Throws
Today I'll present a drill that I like to do when working on force application and hip rotation usually done when I'm in my pulldown phase of my throwing session.
Pitcher Catcher Collab – Tyler Goodro
Really cool content here as my good friend Tyler Goodro, former professional catcher, and I talk shop while throwing a bit of a short box
Q&A Pod #5 – Mobility Affects Velo, Indy Ball, Fastball Spin, 0-2 Counts, Taking Time Off From Throwing
5th Installment of The Robby Row Show Q&A Podcast we’ll dive into Movement Capacity For Velocity, Indy Ball Leagues, and Taking Time Off From Throwing
Reverse Lunge Throw
The Reverse Lunge Throwing Drill is great to provide feedback to the athlete of force application into the ground on the back side. Let's break it down..
Changing My Arm Action Allowed Me To Throw 10 MPH Harder
Ever since I did the Blog on "Long Arm" or "Short Arm" i've been getting tons of Arm Path questions so today I wanted to break it down into further detail and highlight my personal journey going from 85-95.
The Rehab Process
A topic that I would say i’m well qualified to talk about is “The Rehab Process.” Today I just want to shine some light on my personal battle with injuries and how to get the most out of the rehab process
Randy Sullivan – Pitching Optimization – Florida Baseball Ranch
In episode 91 of The Robby Row Show Podcast I have the honor of sitting down and chatting with Florida Baseball Ranch’s Randy Sullivan!
Long Toss Routine
Been getting a lot of questions regarding the actual instruction behind my “long toss” and wanted to highlight a session where I go over some personal cues
The “0-2” Pitch
Today I want to talk about the “0-2” Pitch. Not really discussed all too often but there’s a few nuggets that I want to dive into today that could benefit your pitching performance.
Weighted Balls + Authentic Throwing Mechanics
Over the course of the past decade weighted ball training has become all the big hype within the Baseball Development industry. While some hype is good, some can be bad. Today I want to give my personal opinions and feedback.
The Comeback – Session 63
In episode 63 of The Comeback – Training Edition – you will find exercises including Heavy Bag Cossack Squats and Dual KB BU Single Leg Eccentric Squat 2 Box! Don’t miss out!
Alan Jaeger + Dr. Josh Heenan – The New Frontier in Baseball Rehab Pt. 1
In today’s episode of The Robby Row Show Podcast i’m joined by Alan Jaeger and Dr. Josh Heenan to talk about the current rehab protocols in the game today and why it’s a good idea to take another look into them.
Tap Connector Throwing Club – Product Review
Today I’ll be reviewing the Tap Connector Throwing Club. A product that isn’t as “mainstream” in the industry but definitely believe in the use for certain throwers.
Preset Hand Separation – Arm On Time Feedback
Today I want to talk about a good drill that I will use when I know that I'm struggling with rushing down the mound and not giving my arm enough time
Chaz Roe Slider Breakdown
Chaz Roe has one of the MLB's nastiest pitches in his Slider and today i'll breakdown the Pitch as well as show you what appears to be his slider grip!
Towel Trainer – Product Reviews
Reviewing the “Towel Trainer” today which is the first actual product for the use of towel drills. Comes with a handle that allows for better replication of an actual throw.
Jack Flaherty 4-Seam Fastball Breakdown
Taking a look today at my boy Jack Flaherty and his 4-seam Fastball. There’s some interesting metrics to look at when breaking down the pitch
Long Arm vs Short Arm + Connection
A general misconception that i've heard a lot lately is that throwers should ALL throw a certain way and today I want to dive a bit deeper into this concept by doing a breakdown on Tampa Bay Pitcher Nick Anderson
Q&A Pod #4 – Glove Tap, Working on Mechanics During Season, Picking a College, Gaining Weight on Budget
In today’s Q&A Podcast I will touch on topics including Glove Taps, Working on Mechanics during the Season, Picking a College, and Gaining Weight on budget
Max Scherzer Slider Breakdown
We all know Max Scherzer. We all know the things that he does extremely well to be considered one of the best Pitchers ever. Today we'll look at one of those things he does extremely well and that's his ability to throw a Slider.
Counter Balance Breakdown
For most of you who have followed me for some time you know that i'm a huge advocate for what's called "Counter Balances" and today i'll break it down
Rehab Throwing Program – Light Plyo Day
Wanted to show you guys what a typical “light day” would consist of for me. Today I’ll just be throwing plyo balls in the gym for roughly 15 minutes.
Compete Against Yourself – 10 Throw Challenge
As most of you know i’m a huge advocate for throwing alone and today we’ll look at a good way for you to train in a competitive environment by yourself.
The Comeback – Session 61
In episode 61 of Robby Row’s Comeback – Training Edition – you will find exercises including Sumo Deadlifts, 1 Arm DB Press w/ Bridge, and much more!
Robby Rowland Q&A’s
For those that follow me on Instagram know that I enjoy doing Q&A’s as much as possible. I wanted to create a page for all the in-depth answers to FAQ’s.
The Comeback – Session 60
In episode 60 of The Comeback – Training Edition – you will find exercises including BB Front Squats, Loaded Pushup Holds, Bird Dog Rows, and much more!
Creating Freedom w/ Long Toss
Despite the negative rep that Long Toss gets I can't be more of an advocate for it for multiple reasons that I will cover in this blog.
Rehab Throwing Program – Session 13
Today’s session was filmed on a football field with wind howling against me and throwing uphill which makes for a great long toss + pulldowns session!
The Comeback – Session 59
In episode 59 of The Comeback – Training Edition – you will find exercises including BB Split Squats, 3 Point Bear Crawl External Rotations, KB OH Squats, and more!
4 Simple Core Exercises I Do Everyday
Here you will see 4 core exercises that are apart of my daily routine. These exercises are simple and can be performed essentially anywhere.
Jack Flaherty Talks Pitch Repertoire
Had the honor of sitting down with my boy Jack Flaherty during the Off Season via Skype to talk about his deadly aresenal of pitches!
Rotation Into Front Foot Strike – Jake Odorizzi Breakdown
Many people have heard me say “rotation into front foot strike” but have no idea what it means. Wanted to break it down in this post.
Sonny Gray 2-Seam Fastball
Today we'll take a look at All-Star Pitcher Sonny Gray and how he throws his 2-seam Fastball or "sinker" as well as some highlights of the pitch!
Getting Velocity To Translate
What do you do if you’re someone who actually has really good arm strength and shows high velo when you play catch but it doesn’t translate to the games? Let’s dive into this interesting dynamic.
Q&A Podcast 3 – Playing Weight, Post Throw Routine, College Recruiting, + Coaches Calling Pitches
In today’s Question and Answer Podcast we’ll talk about optimal body weight for pitchers, what can you do after you throw, college recruiting, and more!
Want To Throw Hard? Then Throw Hard
Everyone wants to throw the baseball harder.. faster.. and rightfully so. But what does your work look like? Are you intentional about your velocity development?
Pulldowns + Translating Velo To The Mound
Diving into the concept of Pulldowns or Run n Gun throws as well as the common breakdown of why pulldown throws can't translate to the mound
Luis Castillo “On Time” Mechanics Breakdown
Today we’ll take a look at one of the games rising stars in Luis Castillo and what I see him do extremely well from a mechanical standpoint
Noah Syndergaard Delivery Breakdown
Noah Syndergaard is one of the first Pitchers you think of when you think of extremely hard throwers right? Today I’ll breakdown his delivery.
Hand Rhythm Throws
The reason I put so much emphasis on Athleticism is because you need to build a strong foundation within your development and athleticism is the foundation for any elite thrower
Simple Plyo Ball Bullpen Routine
This will be a simple plyo ball routine that I typically use when i'm in the Bullpen and expected to go into the game soon. Be sure to checkout my Plyo eBook that features ALL Drills + Routines!
Throwing with The Parental’s
Today’s throwing session will be featuring my parents and highlighting how they have helped aid in my training throughout my career
The Comeback – Session 56
In episode 56 of The Comeback – Training Edition – you will find exercises including Split Stance BB Holds At The Bottom and KB Rollovers.
Rehab Throwing Program – Session 12
Today’s Throwing Session video includes Long Toss at about 80-90% exertion which equals about 360-400 feet for me and 80% pulldowns.
Q&A Podcast 2 – Weighted Balls, Velocity Importance, Plyo Balls, + Off Speed Pitches
Q&A Podcast #2 will include topics ranging from Weighted Balls for Velocity Development to How important is Velocity? Enjoy!
Diamyn Hall – Bringing Awareness To The Mental Side of Baseball
In episode 51 of The Robby Row Show i’m joined by Diamyn Hall who is absolutely changing the way look at the mental side of Baseball! Be sure to listen!
The Comeback – Session 54
In episode 54 of the Comeback - Training Edition - you will see Front Squats, Pull Ups, Turkish Get Ups, and Reverse Bear Crawls. Enjoy!
Eovaldi 100 MPH Pitch w/ No Leg Lift
A popular consensus that the great Nolan Ryan once spoke on was the importance of a high leg lift, or kick, to throw hard.. But was he right?
Bell Clubs/Indian Clubs Routine
I’ve talked highly about the usage of Bell Clubs, or otherwise known as Indian Clubs, before and today I want to show my personal routine w/ the Clubs
Alan Jaeger 3-Part Podcast
In episode 58 of The Robby Row Show I’m welcomed by Alan Jaeger. A man who needs no introduction but does need 3 separate episodes due to the man having so much valuable information to share!
Marcus Stroman Mechanics Breakdown
Breaking down the pitching mechanics of All Star Pitcher Marcus Stroman including the breakdown of his hesitations and unique windup variations
Rehab Throwing Program – Session 11
Today’s throwing session includes long toss at about 70-80% exertion level that equals about 350-380 feet for me.
The Comeback – Session 52
Episode 52 of The Robby Row Comeback Strength Training Edition!
9 Steps To Optimize Your Pitching Delivery
Feel free to download this PDF I created just for you that includes a 9 Step Process in how to best Optimize Your Pitching Delivery!
How To Command The Baseball Better – FAQ’s
Let's take a deep dive into my thoughts on how to command the baseball better.
Q&A Podcast 1 – Does Arm Slot Dictate Movement, Injury Advice, Gym Motivation, + Pulldowns
Switching things up a bit and incorporating a Q&A style Podcast in which I take questions that I got asked over the course of a week and throw em on the Pod
Commanding The Ball + Locating Pitches
I see too many guys that want certain qualities in their game but don’t put the efficient work in that’s going to improve on what they actually want to achieve.
Rehab Throwing Program – Session 10
Today’s Throwing Session will be performed by myself. I’d encourage you to checkout my “No partner, No problem” post to see the full video with commentary!
No Throwing Partner – No Problem
If you're somebody that often uses the excuse that you don't have anyone to throw with then this video is for you because there's always a way to get better even if you have to do it all by yourself!
Playing For a Coach You Don’t Like
Today we’ll talk about the do’s and do nots of what to do when you are playing for a Coach that you don’t like or he doesn’t like you.
J-Bands Routine
Here you will find my entire (normal speed) J-Bands Routine as well as an opportunity to purchase a set of J-Bands at a discounted price!
The Comeback – Session 50
Episode 50 of Robby Row's Comeback! Let's see what I did for Strength Training today!
Matt Lisle – Hitting Instructors Are Translators – Creating Freedom
In episode 89 of The Robby Row Show I’m joined by the Internets most followed Hitting Instructor in Matt Lisle. Matt and I discuss a wide array of topics including playing multiple sports growing up, being a parent of a baseball kid, translating complicated...
Single Leg Box Drills
The positions that we get our body into during our pitching delivery matter. Lets take a look at one of my favorite drills to teach a powerful lower half pattern.
Lead Leg Elevated/Back of Mound Drill
Today we'll take a look at a preset lead leg elevated drill that I like to incorporate for a couple different reasons that we'll breakdown in detail during this blog post.
Clayton Kershaw Curveball + Slider Breakdown
Today we'll take a look at one of the best Pitchers of the modern era, Clayton Kershaw, and how he throws his Curveball and Slider.
Step Back Drill – Robby Row’s Pitching Drills
I talk a lot about "staying connected to the ground" for Pitchers to effectively utilize their lower half in their delivery and this drill provides that feeling that we're searching for
The Yips
Here you will find all of my content on The Yips including a segment discussing my journey towards curing this dang thing.
Correcting An Inefficient Arm Action
Today we'll take a look at how I personally attack an athlete (pitcher) that has an arm path deficiency which is common among youth athletes.
Jaeger Sports J Bands – Product Reviews
This product really needs no review from me due to the fact that they are used by so many different athletes, teams, organizations, and even countries! That alone should tell you how valuable the J-Bands are when it comes to Arm Health! Below you will be able...
Rehab Throwing Program – Session 9
August 18th Scroll below to view Motus Sleeve Data, FitBit Data, eBooks, and Online Pitching Coach Options! Sessions Data Motus Sleeve Data Purchase Motus Sleeve Motus Global Website Discount - "Robby10" ...
Bullpen Pitcher Warmup Routine
Today I will highlight my brief 10 minute routine that I use when i’m in the bullpen and I need to be ready for the next inning.
Chad Longworth – Data Backed Hitting + Important Metrics To Look At
In episode 88 of The Robby Row Show I’m joined by Chad Longworth. Chad and I have a fantastic conversation today ranging from his playing career and why he believed things didn’t go as planned, the importance of Data in the game of baseball today and how he believes...
Arm Path Drills – Robby Row’s Pitching Drills
Today I will break down specific drills that I use to segment my arm path and get it more biomechanically efficient
Full Throwing Session – Rehab Throwing Session 8
August 16th, 2019 Sessions Data Track Your Workouts FitBit I Use eBooks Available For Purchase Pitch Grip Analysis eBook Mobility Routines eBook Pitchers Warmup Routines eBook Online Pitching Coach Options Mechanical...
Visualization
In this Pitching Talks segment Robby Rowland dives into the concept of visualization and how this can be extremely beneficial for execution and success
The Comeback – Session 48
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
Rehab Throwing Session #7 – August 14th
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
Press Pass Podcast w/ Kayla Anderson + Gabriella DiGiovanni
In episode 87 of The Robby Row Show I wanted to bring my listeners a Podcast in which I did with my friend Kayla Anderson on her Podcast she hosts with Gabriella DiGiovanna called Press Pass Podcast. Had a great time on their show and talked about some really...
Dr. Josh Heenan – Bearded n The Brains – The Importance Behind The Chin Up
In episode 10 of the “Bearded N The Brains” Segment we will talk with Dr. Josh Heenan about the importance behind the chinup
The Comeback – Session 46
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
The Comeback – Session 45
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
If It’s Fair, It’s Gone 11 – NBA Madness, Pants Up Swag, + Tough AB’s
Today’s episode of “If It’s Fair, It’s Gone” Jack and I have a LOT to catch up on in regards to the NBA. We never got to talk about the NBA Finals so we start the show off talking about that then progress into completely diving into the NBA Free Agency Madness! Scroll...
Jack Flaherty – If It’s Fair, It’s Gone – Does Jack Get Nervous?
In todays edition of "If It's Fair It's Gone" Jack and I dive in HARD to the following: Does Jack Get Nervous? Pitchers Rake Personal Offensive Predictions NCAA Tournament Best Curveballs In MLB listen on Apple Podcast...
VPX Harness – Product Reviews
Reviewing the popular Baseball Development Product “VPX Harness” talking about why I personally use it and the feelings that it can create for pitchers.
Josh Band – From Indy Ball Side Hustle To Successful Baseball Company – Plate Crate
In episode 86 of The Robby Row Show, Josh Band, the creator of Plate Crate, joins the Podcast to talk about how just trying to make a little bit of extra money on a side hustle turned into a super successful Baseball company. Below you will find the topics of todays...
The Comeback – Session #44
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
How Do I Throw Faster? – FAQ’s
The question that I get the most of.. "How do I throw harder?" Well let's dive in..
Not Getting Playing Time
"What can I do if my coach isn't playing me?" This was a question that got asked during yesterdays Q&A on Instagram and I couldn’t just give a 15 second answer. Such a good topic touching on the importance of foundation as well as perception. Hope this...
The Comeback – Session #42
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
Luke Weaver – Trade Process, Golf, 1st Homer, Scouting Reports, Data, Injuries, and Faith
In episode 85 of The Robby Row Show my boy Luke Weaver joins the show for the 2nd time! Luke was my 3rd ever episode and he rejoins the show to talk about what it’s like being traded, his love for golf, hitting his 1st career big league homerun, personal...
Showcases + Scouting/Recruiting Process
Should you go to baseball showcases? Should you save that money to train? What to expect out of these showcases? Let's dive in.
A Pitchers Off Season Plan
Today I'll discuss my personal experience when it comes to attacking the offseason or attacking the winters for pitchers. Something that we don't often talk about is what should pitchers be doing when the season ends. Should we put the ball down until the next season?...
Domingo German Efficient Arm Action
Taking a look at Yankees pitcher Domingo German and his efficient arm action that I see is a big indicator of high velocity throwers. Book your analysis today Click Here Podcasts on Pitching Mechanics Ben Brewster -...
Chris Sale Pitching Mechanics Breakdown
Let’s take a look at Chris Sale’s mechanics and see what I can come up with for a breakdown.
Andres Munoz 102 MPH Fastball Mechanics Breakdown
Today I will do a breakdown on Andres Munoz who can sit 100 MPH for a full outing.
Intentionally Training Movement Patterns
Piggy-Backing off the Brain/Body Connection segment I did the other day I wanted to highlight the importance of taking that next step in your development and really focusing on being extremely intentional with the work that you're putting in. Personally, this is where...
Set Yourself Up For Success
A lesson with one of my Clients working on setting ourselves up for success as pitchers. Obviously executing pitches makes our job a whole lot easier as pitchers but the goal is to intentionally sequence our stuff in a way that gives us the best chance of having...
90 MPH Formula Online Strength Training – Dr. Heenan
Interested in saving $50 on Dr. Heenan’s 90 MPH Formula Remote Programming services? I got you..
Establishing The Brain/Body Connection
Today I'll talk about the "Brain/Body Connection" and why I believe it to be so crucial to understand this concept as you go through your baseball development. If you want to dive further into this topic with me to help you develop a process then let's...
Lucas Giolito – Changeup Breakdown
Today we'll breakdown Lucas Giolito's Changeup and take a look at where the pitch ranks in regards to data metrics.
Marvin Freeman – Talking Baseball With A 10 Year Big League Vet
In episode 84 of The Robby Row Show I am joined by former 10 year MLB Pitcher Marvin Freeman. Marvin spent time with Philadelphia, Atlanta, Colorado, and Chicago. Has 2 World Series Rings both with the Atlanta Braves during the Maddux, Glavine, Smoltz years....
The Comeback – Session #41
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
The Comeback – Session #40
For those that do not know, I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much progress as far as heeling goes I knew surgery was going to be the best option...
My Mobility Routines
Here I will take you through a few of my mobility routines.
Tyler Anzmann – Importance of Individualization in Baseball Development
In episode 83 of The Robby Row Show I’m joined by Tyler Anzmann. Tyler is a current professional Baseball player as well as owner and founder of Tyler Anzmann Performance. Tyler earned his B.S. from Stevenson University and is a CSCS through the NSCA. Dive into...
Analyzing Gerrit Cole’s Mechanics
Gerrit Cole is the hardest throwing Starting Pitcher in the game today. What allows him to throw with such high velocity? Lets break it down.
Mentally Locking In – Pitching Talks
"How do I go about locking in mentally for a game?" Today I'll touch on how to go about getting Mentally Locked In for a game. The biggest thing to take from this talk is, again, everyone is going to be different in how they go about this process. As you'll...
Pitch Execution
Here’s a clip of teaching one of my clients efficient pitch sequencing given the particular at bat. How can we as Pitchers set ourselves up for success?
Curveball Mindset
As a youth thrower I encourage my guys to keep the foot on the gas pedal with every pitch. Here’s an example of the change in mindset that can occur.
Oates Specialties Bell Clubs
Today we'll talk about why I personally believe so heavily in the implementation of Bell Clubs or otherwise known as Indian Clubs within Baseball
Brad Keller – One Seam Fastball
Taking a look here at Royals pitcher Brad Keller who throws a "One Seam Fastball"
Pitching To Strengths – Pitching Talks
"How do I manage pitching to my strengths but also the hitters weakness?" Today I'll touch on the ever so popular Pitching topic of Pitching to our strengths and/or pitching to the hitters weaknesses. There's obviously a ton of "fine lines" when discussing a...
Stephen Strasburg – Changeup Breakdown
When Strasburg first came into the league everyone knew him as the kid with the electric arm and devastating curveball.. now the hype is in his changeup!
Trevor Bauer Mechanics Breakdown
Robby Rowland breaks down the pitching mechanics of Trevor Bauer and includes content from Trevor himself on what he's trying to accomplish
Active Trail Leg Hip Flexion Breakdown
Today we’re going to break down the trail leg and how we can spot an efficient pattern by the way it moves.
Tommy Kahnle Breakdown – Efficient Force Application
Taking a look here at Tommy Kahnle and how he efficiently uses his lower half when throwing.
Developing Routines
"What's your routine for after you pitch?" For those of you who have followed me for awhile now know that I'm a huge advocate for developing routines for just about everything. I'm more extreme than some when it comes to routines but either way I still believe...
House of Velo Radio – The Baseball Journey And How It Pertains To Life
In episode 82 of The Robby Row Show Show I had the privilege of hopping on House of Velo Radio with my guy Kristoffer Koerper. I wanted to bring this episode to you guys because although there’s a lot of joking around in the beginning we actually dive into some legit...
Aaron Nola – Curveball
Taking a look at one of the better Curveballs in the game of baseball in Aaron Nola's Curveball
Hyun-Jin Ryu – ERA Leader Averages 90MPH
Well what the heck.. We all know that Velocity is an absolute must in order to be a good Pitcher, right!?... If we know that then why is the MLB ERA Leader averaging 90 MPH on his Fastball? Shouldn't he not be doing good? Actually, shouldn't he not have a job...
Joe Moroney – What A Persistent Ball Player Does – Always Grind
In episode 81 of The Robby Row Show Show I’m joined by the Founder of “Always Grind” Joe Moroney. Joe and I dive into some legit concepts in regards to doing whatever it takes in your playing career to get where you want to go. We apologize ahead of time if we...
Self Confidence + Conviction
We know how important confidence and conviction are as an athlete but have you asked yourself how to identify for yourself how to produce these things.
Chris Sale – Slider
Let's take a look at Chris Sale's disgusting wipe out slider and how he grips the pitch.
Seeking Optimal Baseball Performance
"What do I have to do if I want to play Baseball at the next level?" I couldn't be more passionate about this topic. I think we live in this society where we constantly think we need to do only a couple things and we'll reach our goals.. Well I'm here to tell you...
How To Stay Relaxed While Pitching
This is a great question that I get asked often. How do I stay relaxed on the mound when I'm pitching in a game? We tend to talk all about how to train accordingly to maximize our performance on the mound but what about the mental side of what goes into it? I want to...
What To Do If You Get Cut From The Team
"What Do I Do If I Get Cut From The Team?" Today I’ll discuss a topic that’s not really talked about all too often due to it not being a super positive topic. Although it's not a positive topic I want to shed some light on it due to it being something that we all...
Velocity Development
"How do I throw harder?" We know the demand for Velocity is higher than it has ever been. This is why I don't blame 12 year old kids asking me how to throw harder.. I wanted to highlight a few key points that I'm very passionate about when it comes to Velocity...
Joe Gambino – Building Capacity To Move And Feel Better
Listen On These Platforms Apple Podcast Spotify Google Play In episode 72 of The Robby Row Show I sit down with Joe Gambino. Joe is a Physical Therapist at Perfect Stride Physical Therapy in NYC as well as a co-founder of Par Four Performance. Before...
Zach Britton – Sinker
Taking a look at one of the filthiest Sinkers in the game and that's Zach Britton's Sinker.
Jake Arrieta – Changeup
Taking a look here at Jake Arrieta's changeup. We'll look at the grip and hear from Jake himself on some personal cues when throwing this pitch.
Max Scherzer – Changeup
How does the great Max Scherzer throw his Changeup? Let's find out!
Commanding The Baseball
If you have dreams of being a Pitcher at a high level of play then the ability to command the baseball is going to be extremely important. Lets discuss.
Kyle Boddy – Reshaping The Way We Think About Baseball Training – Driveline Baseball
LISTEN ON Apple Podcast Spotify Google Play YouTube Whether we like it or not the way we look at Baseball specific training has drastically changed just in the last decade. Much in large part to this man, Kyle Boddy. Kyle is the CEO and Founder...
Prepare Better – Why Do You Think You’re Hurting?
Guys, I’ll never say playing Summer Ball is “bad” but it can be, if you don’t prepare accordingly, a path that leads right to a devastating injury. I get a lot of questions regarding why some of y’alls arm hurt.. well look at the big picture of how you...
Lucas Giolito 2018 to 2019 Mechanical Adjustments
Breaking down the drastic changes Lucas Giolito made in his Arm Path and how that’s led him to be an All-Star
How To Get Seen – Self Marketing
So you have dreams to play ball at the next level but you fear no one will notice you because you're from a small school.. this one's for you!
Just Throw Strikes
It’s just that easy, right? I just don’t understand why you just don’t let the guy hit it? Just throw it over the plate! Terrible.. Unfortunately these are some of the verbal cues that are thrown out to youth pitchers and in my experience professional pitchers as...
What Are You Fearing?
Have you ever asked yourself why you get nervous before games? Have you ever asked yourself what is it that makes you so nervous in the first place?
Controlling The Chaos
The question that sparked today’s topic is one that a lot of Pitchers have but maybe a bit hesitant to ask.. I know I was. “How can we stay in control and keep our composure when everything seems to be going wrong for us?” Although this would be a fantastic...
Casey Smith joins The Robby Row Show Podcast
I've been very fortunate when it comes to being able to sit down and talk shop with some of the best minds in the Baseball industry on my Podcast. Although I have thoroughly enjoyed each and every one of my Podcasts; the show I did with Casey Smith was absolutely...
Kirby Yates – Splitter
Taking a look today at Padres Closer Kirby Yates and that filthy Splitter he throws!
A Catcher’s Responsibility
For me personally the Catcher is the most important dude out there.. the amount of responsibility that he has is more than anyone else on the field. Let’s go over some of his responsibilities ✅ Know the entire Pitching Staff’s Strengths n...
Blake Treinen – Sinker
Taking a look at Blake Treinen and how he throws that devastating sinker.
Rob Zastryzny – Friday Nights At Mizzou, MLB Draft, World Series w/ Chicago
Listen on these other podcast platforms Apple Podcast Spotify Google Play YouTube In episode 79 of The Robby Row Show current Los Angeles Dodgers Pitcher Rob Zastryzny joins the show! The two Rob’s have this one thing in common and it’s...
Adam Ottavino – Slider
Adam Ottavino has got to throw one of the dirtiest pitches in the game. Today we'll take a look at that pitch.. the slider!
My Favorite Oates Specialties Products
Robby Rowland includes a list of his favorite products made by Oates Specialties including plyo balls and bell clubs
The Comeback – Session #24
Session #24 on my comeback from Lat Surgery! I'll try to do at least one full workout session blog per week! I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of...
Brett Cummins – Optimizing Baseball Performance Thru Strength n Conditioning
Click which platform you choose to listen on Apple Podcast Spotify Google Play YouTube In episode 78 of The Robby Row Show I bring on Brett Cummins to talk all things Strength and Conditioning within the world of Baseball Performance. Brett attended Georgia...
Harold Mozingo – Spin Rate Experiments + Baseball Injuries
Listen on other Podcast platforms Apple Podcast Spotify Google Play YouTube In episode 77 of The Robby Row Show I bring on Harold Mozingo who’s a former Professional Pitcher having spent 6 years in The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays...
Bounce Back After Failure
A topic within the game of Baseball that doesn’t get enough attention in my opinion is the Mental aspect of the game.. Today we look at failure.
Jordan Lyles Just Put His Name In The Hat For MLB’s Best Curveball
Jordan Lyles struck out a career high 12 last night, 8 of which coming on his CB. Lets listen to his Pitch Analytics for his CB to see if it’s here to stay.
Partnerships + Discount Codes
On this page you will find all of the companies that i’ve partnered with that have been kind enough to provide my audience with discounts on their products!
The Baseballogist – Promoting The Beautiful Game Of Baseball
To listen to this episode on other platforms click below APPLE PODCAST SPOTIFY GOOGLE PLAY YOUTUBE In episode 76 of The Robby Row Show I’m joined by none other than the first Professional Baseball Fan himself, The Baseballogist! I get super hyped up...
Jack Flaherty – If It’s Fair, It’s Gone – Avengers Recap, Jack’s Hitting Skills, and NBA
LISTEN ON THESE PLATFORMS Apple Podcast App Spotify YouTube Today’s episode of “If It’s Fair, It’s Gone” Jack and I pick up right where we left off last episode.. We recap our Avengers Endgame experience obviously both having seen the movie now so SPOILER...
Corbin Martin – Why I Love His 4-Seam Fastball
Probably don’t know the name but I have a feeling Corbin Martin will be a good starting pitcher for the Houston Astros based on his 4-Seam Fastball
Mike Fiers – Attempting To Answer “How” On 2nd No-Hitter
I'm literally going to "Geek-Out" so flipping hard on this one.. It's gonna get weird. Put your thinking cap on. Oh man... Where do I even start with this one. I guess it's only appropriate to start this by saying Baseball is a beautiful game. It truly is...
Luis Castillo – Dissecting That Filthy Changeup
Luis Castillo has taken the MLB by storm thus far in 2019 mostly due to his disgusting Changeup. Lets take an in-depth look at why it's so good this year including hearing from Castillo himself on how he grips the pitch!
Toby Guevin – Geeking Out Over Baseball’s New Age Statistics + Data Analytics
To listen on Apple Podcast To listen on Spotify In episode 75 of The Robby Row Show I sit down with Toby Guevin who has taken his passion for Fantasy Baseball and applied it to create a Website, Podcast, and successful Twitter account giving people an in-depth look at...
Sonny Gray – Breaking Ball
Sonny Gray’s curveball and slider were a big reason he broke out in the 2019 MLB Season.. let’s take a look.
The Comeback – Session 17
Session #17 on my comeback from Lat Surgery! I'll try to do at least one full workout session blog per week! Workout Bottom Up 1 Arm KB Press w/ Walking Lunge Bear Crawl Position Y's Landmine Goblet Squat Dead Hangs Side Plank w/ Banded Row I tore my Lat...
Jack Flaherty – If It’s Fair, It’s Gone – Avengers Edition
Today’s episode of “If It’s Fair, It’s Gone” is an Avengers Edition! Jack and I are both passionate about the MCU so we decided to sit down for 30 minutes and record an episode on Avengers Endgame. NOTE - there’s no spoilers to the actual movie in this episode....
Tyler Glasnow Breakdown
View a Breakdown on one of my good buddies Tyler Glasnow and listen from the man himself on his evolution as a Pitcher.
Instill Efficient Throwing Patterns
How can we instill better throwing mechanics? We have all of these baseball tools these days but how do we know which ones to use? Lets talk about it.
Morning Mobility Routine
?Mobility eBook is now available for purchase - Mobility eBook Best part about not having a bed in the new apartment is more floor space for my mobility game to reach new heights. These are just a few different things I’ll do in the morning to check-in. I get...
Chris Paddack Breakdown – The Hype IS Real!
I'm not going to lie.. I've been really looking forward to doing this one ever since I saw Chris Paddack pitch in Spring Training. It's funny because I just really wanted to do a breakdown on him because: A) The dude rocks Stirrups like an absolute G (I, too, am a...
Trevor Richards Changeup Breakdown
Trevor Richards has one of the better Changeups in the MLB. Let's dive into what makes the pitch so successful and how can we develop a Changeup ourselves.
Pitching Drills – What’s The Goal?
Today I want to breakdown the goal of any specific Pitching “drill” and how it could sometimes do more harm than good.
The Comeback – Session 16
Session #16 on my comeback from Lat Surgery! I'll try to do at least one full workout session blog per week! I tore my Lat throwing a pitch on July 16th. Originally diagnosed with a Grade 2 Lat Strain which surgery wasn't required. After 6 1/2 months of not much...
Marcus Stroman – Curveball
After getting confirmation from Marcus Stroman himself on whether this Pitch was a Curveball or a Slider i've made some adjustments to the post.
Kevin Gausman Splitter
In this post I’ll take you inside how Kevin Gausman throws his splitter and how I go about throwing mine.
Walker Buehler – Rhythm, Quiet, and Explosive
Dive into this breakdown of Walker Buehler's delivery and find out why I believe he's able to throw at a very high velocity.
Paralysis By Analysis
Seeking out information is absolutely fantastic and I will always encourage it but at the same time you will do yourself a disservice if you’re constantly trying to change more n more things. This is such a fine line and I really hope that I don’t come off like I’m...
German Marquez Breakdown
I wanted to do a breakdown on German Marquez because the dude almost just threw a No-Hitter and I don’t believe it was a fluke. After the All-Star game last year Marquez dominated. That says a lot too knowing that he pitches in Colorado. In 14 starts after the...
Luke Weaver vs Manny Machado – Pitch Sequencing Breakdown
Have to highlight my boy Luke Weaver here from his outing the other night facing one of the games best.. and richest players. You’ll notice that Weaver makes a lot of quality pitches against Machado in his first AB but Machado ends up taking a 2-2 FB Away over the...
Adam Wainwright Curveball
Lets take a look at how one of the best Pitchers to ever throw a Curveball in Adam Wainwright grips it as well as hear his explanation on why.