Abstract
In order to successfully hit a baseball, hitters must utilize a series of preparatory movements (swing phases) which include shifting their body weight, stepping, landing, and swinging. The purpose of this study was to examine the differences between start times for swing phases (shifting, stepping, landing, and swinging)for currently active baseball players. Participants (n = 12) were all current collegiate baseball athletes. Retroreflective markers, surface electromyography (EMG) and two force platforms were utilized to complete a swing analysis. Each participant completed five swinging trials off a tee. All dependent variables were compared using a repeated measures 1×4 ANOVA with LSD post hoc comparison (p < 0.05) if necessary. The results demonstrated that the participants started the swing phases in a statistically significant sequence of shifting, stepping, landing, and swinging. The ability of the athletes to start the swing phases in this sequential order may be advantageous to regulate spatial parameters of their swing and provide more time to generate power. These results allow for coaches to better understand how to instruct their athletes to be successful at the plate.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-17-2020
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
https://doi.org/10.3233/JSA-200394
Repository Citation
Stewart, Ethan; Stewart, Megan; Simpson, Jeffrey; Knight, Adam; Chander, Harish; and Shapiro, Robert, "Sequential Order of Swing Phase Initiation in Baseball" (2020). Kinesiology and Health Promotion Faculty Publications. 22.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/khp_facpub/22
Notes/Citation Information
Published in Journal of Sports Analytics, v. 6, no. 3.
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