72. Force Plates, Pitch Counts, and Sprinting: Strength Training For Baseball Players with Mark Jesse

In this episode of On Q, you'll dive into a captivating conversation between hosts Mike Quintans and Rob Rabena and guest Mark Jesse, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach who was formerly with the Philadelphia Phillies' single A affiliate Blue Claws. Mark shares his journey from starting as an intern to becoming an integral part of the coaching team, offering valuable insights into individualized programming, managing training on the road, and integrating technology for performance tracking.

His expertise in adapting training strategies for players based on their position and recent game performance, as well as his emphasis on utilizing technology to enhance player performance, makes this episode a must-listen for strength coaches and trainers in baseball.

Mark's experiences and wisdom provide a wealth of knowledge that can significantly impact player performance and injury prevention.

Learn more about Mark and Landshark Performance: https://landsharkperformance.co/about/mark-jesse

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:04 - Introduction to the Podcast

00:02:29 - Training Differences for Pitchers vs. Position Players

00:07:18 - Implementation of Technology in the Weight Room

00:09:41 - Individualized Programming and Data Analysis

00:11:07 - Advantages of Using Data-Driven Training

00:11:19 - Importance of Pitch Velocity and VBT in Training

00:12:17 - Offseason Training and Building Aerobic Base

00:13:47 - Incorporating Speed Training in Season

00:16:29 - Emphasis on Player Health and Injury Prevention

00:17:27 - Joint Range of Motion and Flexibility

00:22:55 - Importance of Range of Motion in Shoulder Health

00:23:59 - Use of Technology in Offseason Training

00:27:13 - Collaborative Player Development Strategies

00:29:54 - Addressing the Rise of Tommy John Surgeries

00:33:36 - Challenges in Pro Ball vs. Private Sector

00:35:04 - Building a Competitive Environment

00:37:41 - Importance of Customer Service

00:39:51 - Cultural Adaptation in Pro Baseball

00:42:15 - Building a Successful Training Facility

00:45:02 - Exercise Selection for Baseball Players