Author: ChristianG

Christian Gangitano has 6 years of experience coaching collegiate sports performance. He coached field and court sport athletes at Longwood University, University of Richmond, and Elon University.
The 7 Best Med Ball Exercises For Baseball Players

The 7 Best Med Ball Exercises For Baseball Players

Baseball is a very unique sport to train for. Flexibility, mobility, strength, endurance, and power are all needed. Developing power in specific planes of motion is critical. We know that training power in the transverse and sagittal planes will be advantageous for baseball players. In my opinion, med ball work is the most specific implement…

Should Baseball Players Lift In-Season? (Yes! Here’s How)

Should Baseball Players Lift In-Season? (Yes! Here’s How)

The culture of baseball and weight lifting has drastically changed over the past few decades. Lifting weights to enhance baseball performance has been generally accepted by most to be a good idea. But what about in-season? Should baseball players be lifting weights in-season as well as in the off-season? YES! Lifting in-season will help maintain…

The 7 Best Exercises For Pitchers In the Off-Season

The 7 Best Exercises For Pitchers In the Off-Season

The off-season is a great time for pitchers to gain size, strength, and power. The combination of intentionally focused work on the mound, intelligent training in the weight room, and recovering properly will benefit the pitcher by enhancing their performance. Selecting the correct weight room exercises is critical to help improve strength and power that…

Alternating Sledgehammer Slams To Tire (How To & Tips)

Alternating Sledgehammer Slams To Tire (How To & Tips)

The sledgehammer is an awesome and unique tool for athletes to use in the gym to improve upper body strength, power, and even conditioning! This exercise is a great full-body, rotational power-based movement with the added benefit of shoulder stability and mobility. This is a great option to use as a finisher at the end…