In Episode 19 of the RBI Performance Podcast, we continue the Summer Strength Series by taking a look at the highly controversial bench press. Join us as we separate fact from fiction and explore why the bench is so contentious amongst the baseball population, the basic requirements we would like to see from an athlete before allowing them anywhere near a bench press, and discuss some shoulder-friendly alternatives that allow for you to continue chasing performance on the diamond, while still looking good with your shirt off. As always, please enjoy!
On this very special 18th episode of the RBI Performance Podcast, you'll hear Steven and Blair sit down with their dads and discuss growing up and playing baseball.
Blair's interview begins @ 1:00
Steven's interview begins @ 34:00
Please enjoy!
Welcome back to episode 17 of the RBI Performance Podcast, where Steven and Blair continue the Summer Strength Series and take a closer look at the controversial deadlift. They discuss the pros and cons and the potential athletic carryover of including some form of the deadlift into a well-designed training program, the different types of deadlifts, and how they would start a young athlete looking into learning and properly executing the lift. They also discuss what a wrecking ball is, how big Blair's neck was in high school, and update you on the Texas High School Baseball Playoffs.