How Pitchers Can Increase Velocity Without Getting Hurt ft. Tyler Winfield (The Velo Doc)

04/12/2025 46 min

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Pitchers want more velocity, but many of the things they do to chase it are the same things wrecking their elbows and shoulders.In this episode, Nick sits down with Dr. Tyler Winfield, better known as The Velo Doc, a former player, clinician, and pitching consultant who’s treated thousands of throwing athletes, from youth players to MLB arms.If you’re a pitcher who wants to throw harder and stay healthy, this episode is a must-listen.What You’ll LearnWhy youth pitchers are getting injured earlier than everThe REAL problem behind elbow and shoulder painHow growth plates impact velocity trainingWhat bad mechanics look like (and why they happen)Weighted ball truth: what’s safe, what’s notHow to develop velocity safelyWhat pitchers should train daily to stay healthyWhat’s the #1 thing you want to fix: arm pain, velocity, or mechanics?Connect With Tyler Winfield (The Velo Doc)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velo_doc/Twitter/X: https://x.com/Velo_docFollow Nick LemkeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklemkerd

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