What the Helton?
Quick analysis on Todd Helton comparing his 2004 season to 2006.
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Jeffrey Albert
Currently a graduate student in Exercise Science at Louisiana Tech University. Involved in various baseball training research studies as well as strength and conditioning with Tech baseball and softball. Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Formerly played collegiately at D3 and D1 levels and a couple stops among independent professional teams. Began working with high school, college and professional players shortly after.
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It wasn't mentioned, but there is difference in the position of his hands, not just in the loading process. He has his hands a few inches lower in the 2004 swing, which definitely helps him level out the bat and get in a better position to drive through ball. I have to disagree with the comments on the loading of the hands as the "icing on the cake"; the hand loading and THT are essential in every good baseball swing. Without proper loading of the hands, you'll never gain the maximum torque on the bat. I think Atkins would make a good study, for his bat has definitely slowed and that can't be down to age.
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