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Tread Athletics

  1. FEB 6

    The State Of Pitching - With Cubs VP Of Pitching Tyler Zombro

    Ryan Flippo and John Lantigua sit down with Tread Performance Specialist and VP of Pitching for the Chicago Cubs, Tyler Zombro, for a deep dive into how pitching development really works at the highest level. They break down the difference between training and competing, how college and pro ramp-ups should actually be structured, and why most players peak at the wrong time. The conversation also covers workload management, deload timing, body changes, and how MLB organizations evaluate arms in today’s tighter roster landscape. If you want an honest look at what separates pitchers who move up from those who get left behind, this episode delivers.

    59 min

  2. 12/18/2025

    How To Train Pitchability

    What does pitchability actually mean and how do you train it?In this discussion, Tread Athletics coaches Craig Stem, Lucas Still and Chase Cunningham break down what separates pitchers who just throw hard from pitchers who consistently get outs. As velocity continues to rise across all levels of baseball, pitchability continues to be the true separator.This conversation covers how pitchability is developed over time, including command training, reading swings, sequencing hitters, and building effective game plans.

    51 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    How To Throw Hard As A Short Or Tall Pitcher

    Are taller pitchers always better? Or do shorter pitchers have a hidden edge? In this video, we discussed the differences between tall and short pitchers. We compared delivery, mindset, and development challenges pitchers can go through depending on their height. We also delved into the concept that optimal lifting and power metrics can vary based on a player's size and physical leverage.

    1h 10m

  4. 11/24/2025

    Top Velo Hacks To Try [Not Click Bait]

    We've all seen "velo hacks" on the internet. Here are a handful of variables to experiment with that we have seen add small but significant bumps in velocity with certain pitchers. Don't view these as guaranteed quick fixes - view them as mini-experiments to quickly uncover if they can help clean up various pieces of your delivery. Sizable gains in velocity take time, and everyone has a different genetic ceiling.

    1h 48m

  5. 11/11/2025

    How Mobility Can Help You Throw Harder

    Time Stamps:0:00 Intro6:30 How Do We Determine Mobility Targets?15:00 How Matt Marsili Moved As A Tight Mover31:50 How Past Injuries Can Affect Mobility46:16 Mechanical and Mobility Links46:50 The Linear Move51:20 Rotation55:00 Areas To Check Mobility In The Arm57:05 The Block1:00:08 The Arm Acceleration Phase1:05:05 The Arm Deceleration Phase1:07:45 North/South Vs. East/West Pitchers

    1h 16m

  6. 11/04/2025

    What Does It ACTUALLY Take To Become A Pro Pitcher?

    What does it actually take to become a pro pitcher?In this episode of Around The Mound, former pros and current Tread Athletics coaches John Lantigua, Justin Nicolino, Craig Stem, and Paul Hall sit down to talk about the mindset it takes to make it, and more importantly, to stay.Each of them have a unique background that shapes their coaching philosophies. From affiliate ball struggles to rediscovering the joy of the game in indy ball, each coach shares how failure, adaptability, and relentless self-belief shaped their careers.Some awesome takeaways from this episode:💭 “Failures can’t define you, they’re your life lessons.”💭 “Be obsessed with keeping a jersey on your back.”💭 “Don’t lose that kid who fell in love with the game.” Timestamps0:24 – Backgrounds and Playing Careers2:30 – Paths to Professional Baseball8:25 – Lessons from Early Struggles14:45 – Developing a Pro Mindset21:10 – Mentality and Growth as a Player28:50 – Handling Pressure and Adversity34:30 – What It Takes to Reach the Next Level41:45 – The Grind and Sacrifice Behind the Dream50:20 – Final Reflections and Takeaways

    1h 5m

  7. 10/24/2025

    Reflecting on 10 years of Tread

    Thanks for watching - it's been a wild ride over the last decade. We appreciate you all for joining us on this journey. Questions or comments? Let me know below.

    33 min

  8. 10/21/2025

    Throw Harder By Fixing Your Back Leg

    Why is the back leg such a critical, yet often misunderstood, piece of pitching mechanics? In this episode, Ben Brewster sits down with Tread coaches Lucas Still and Paul Hall to break down the foundations of efficient lower-half movement and how it impacts everything up the chain. We cover: 🔹 Why the back leg sets the tone for velocity, command, and arm health 🔹 How to convert linear momentum into efficient rotation 🔹 What “back-hip tension” actually feels like and how to train it 🔹 Drills and cues to build better sequencing from the ground up 🔹 How hip structure and foot angle change your ideal loading pattern 🔹 Common misconceptions like “pushing off” and triple extension If you’ve ever been told to “use your legs more” but didn’t know how, this episode will give you a clear framework for understanding and developing an efficient lower half.

    1h 18m
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Tread Athletics

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  • Creator
    Tread Athletics
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Tread Athletics
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    The Tread Podcast

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