Softball
Wall Arm Circle Drill
Keep the arm circle on plane
8 min
3 sets of 10
Beginner
Why this drill
improve repeatable arm-circle relationship without forcing one cosmetic model.
Setup
Stand appropriate distance from wall/fence with no ball initially.
Instructions
- 1Stand a fist's width from a wall with the throwing shoulder facing it.
- 2Take slow full arm circles without brushing the wall out of plane.
- 3Add speed only while the circle stays tight to the line.
Key feel
A flat, on-line circle with the hand finishing at the hip.
Success cue
Arm path becomes more repeatable without tension.
Recommended reps
3 sets of 10
Progression
Blend into easy throws/pitches.
Common mistake
Letting the elbow drift away from the body at the top.