Arm strength

Athletes improve throwing output

Improve throwing output: Hand position through takeaway, scap load, & scap retraction at foot plant

The terms “scap retraction” and “scap load” are in vogue for many athletes looking to boost velocity and improve throwing output.  Scap retraction, or shoulder horizontal abduction, refers to the upper arm moving behind the plane of the shoulders.  We often see athletes in the gym spending extra time trying to feel takeaway, generating high …

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