The Company You Keep

If you’ve heard my latest podcast on “The Brand and The Source”, its entitled Should You Have A Training Partner?. Me and Erik Johnson cover the pros and cons of having a workout partner, selecting one and the possible pitfalls. Well here’s an example of how its worked out great for two of my athletes. EJ McGrew and Noah Zirkle both of St Mary’s College High school are pitchers on the varsity team. They have been lifelong buddies and apparently do everything together. When their pitching coach Jeff Pick advised them to come train at Gamespeed  I was a little apprehensive about them training together.  I’ve seen this story before and most do not end well. Too my delight they have both prospered and are two of the most hard working athletes in my gym.  There is a maturity and focus that  reminds me of my college level athletes.

They started in October on my Off Season Pitchers Conditioning and Velocity program, fast forward three and a half months later and the results are promising. Their Pitching coach Jeff Pick sent me a text outlining the difference he is seeing:

“U are the man:………….. Zirkle yesterday…40pitch pen 1st pitch 85mph (new high). More importantly: last pitch 85….Mechanics consistent. Intangible result you achieved learned to work and maturity.

EJ yesterday 40 pitch pen. Previous top velo 12 weeks ago 82mph. Last eight FBs were all 84mph…mechanics are now repeatable, consistent/reliable. Coach Pick also commented on improved confidence and presence. ”

All I can say is great job, lets keep working and you guys picked the right partners.

Think you got the right mix of training partners? Ask about Gamespeed’s private small group training. Call Aaron 925 222-9612