This workout is designed to increase your strength (especially upper body strength) in the baseball off-season. The workout is a full body workout hitting all major muscle groups every workout, 3 times per week.
The biggest compound exercises are used for maximum muscle and strength gains. There's 10 exercises per workout so it should take you about 1 hour per session.
This workout should be completed 3 times per week with a minimum of 1 day in between workouts.
Daily Workout Schedule:
| Full body routine - 3 days per week |
Legs
|
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Squat |
3 |
12,10,10 |
| Leg Curl |
3 |
15,12,12 |
| Leg Extension |
3 |
15,12,12 |
| Chest |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Barbell Bench Press |
4 |
12,10,8,6 |
| Triceps |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Lying Tricep Extension |
3 |
10,8,8 |
| Back |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Bent Over Barbell Row |
4 |
15,12,10,8 |
| Traps |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Dumbbell Shrugs |
3 |
12,10,6 |
| Biceps |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Standing Barbell Curl |
3 |
10,8,8 |
| Forearms |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Barbell Wrist Curl |
2 |
15 |
| Abs |
| Exercise |
Sets |
Reps |
| Decline Sit Ups |
3 |
20-25 |
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Is it bad to do it in season I'm not playing very competetive baseball until the summer . This actually has worked I have increased my squat and barbell row.
You will have plenty of muscle soreness. Get plenty of rest and water, and make sure you're eating enough. I would try it for a week and see how it makes you feel. In the long run strength will help you in the sport so if this doesn't work for you, I would find a workout that does challenge you without draining you.
How much weight should i use on this?
Use at much weight as you can for each stated rep range.
Would a good example be something like the bench press:
5lbs for 12 reps
10lbs for 10 reps
And so on or whatever my max weight is for the 12 rep set is my weight thruoghout?
Thanks again!
Hi Kevin,
You need to use as much weight as possible, using good form. This generally means that you stop your set when you think you might fail on the next rep.
Can I do this workout 4 times a week with cardio on the other three days?
Hi Preston,
No, you want to perform this only 3 times per week on non-consecutive days.
how can you not bench more than 5 pounds 12 times?
It was just an example! Next time I'll put 400lbs 12 times and 600lbs 10 times!!
Can you squat without weight at your house? And can you do the biceps with free weights?
Hi Kevin,
You can, but it won't help much for strength or muscle. For biceps, they should be performed with as much weight as possible. Using good form, always push yourself on every set. When you can perform the recommended number of reps for a set, add weight.
is this okay for a soon to be 14 yr old to do in the off season? i workout 3 days a week with stuff simular to this, or should i minus the sets/reps a little for my age??
Hi Nick,
You can perform this workout. Take some time to learn the exercises and good form, start with a few sets, and slowly add sets and weight.
Are there any alternate exercises for decline situps, leg curls and leg extensions?
Hi Jake,
You could perform crunches, stiff leg deadlifts and dumbbell lunges.
I want to burn off excess fat that I have also. I am currently in the military but am going to play baseball at the college level in the fall. How much should my caloric intake be if I am wanting to gain strength but also lose the 10 to 15 pounds of excess weight I have While doing this exercise routine?
Hi Brad,
It can be difficult to gain strength while cutting fat. My recommendation is to eat so that you don't lose more than 2 pounds per week. Start somewhere around 2500 calories per week and adjust as needed. here is an article that might help:
http://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/your-go-to-guide-for-cutting-f...
Heres my rountine
dumbell bench press
tricep extensions
upright rows
bicep curls
shrugs
rows
calf raises
shoulder press
leg extensions
hip abductors
crunches
I was wondering if this is a good full body workout for baseball and basketball and if it is good for strength and size?
Hi Bo,
Most any muscle building routine will be effective as long as you push yourself and eat properly. Keep pushing for more reps and weight, and make sure you eat enough to grow. Here are a couple articles I recommend:
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/how-to-create-a-bodybuilding-...
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/nutrition-for-beginners-part-...
This may seem like a dumb question, but is it ok to substitute hack squats for regular squats? I don't always have a spotter when I work out and feel more comfortable with hack squats.
Hi Tidefan,
Without a spotter, hack squats are a great choice.
Hi I am 14 and I want to start these work out but was wondering if I should take pill or drink protein shake what do you recommend for healthy weight lose for pills
Hi Tyler,
When lifting weights, you also need to eat properly or you won't make gains. Here are some good articles to help you get started:
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/how-to-create-a-bodybuilding-...
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/nutrition-for-beginners-part-...
Protein drinks definitely help you to get in your daily protein. They are also convenient and cost effective.
is this workout good for results you will see in a month or two? And should i do this workout more than 3 times a week if necessary?
Hi Brandon,
3 workouts per week will be plenty. You can gain several pounds of muscle in a couple pounds if you eat big and train hard. Using good form, always push yourself on every set. When you can perform the recommended number of reps for a set, add weight.
Here is some articles on eating that might help:
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/your-go-to-guide-to-gaining-m...
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/how-to-create-a-bodybuilding-...
Just a quick question...
As you progress through a particular exercise during a session, should you be increasing weight for each of set or maintaining a constant weight? For example, if I'm doing the Dumbbell Shrugs, should it look like this?
12 reps @ 25 lbs
10 reps @ 30 lbs
6 reps @ 35 lbs
Or this?
ALL reps @ 35 lbs
Thanks!
Hi Jarrad,
I would recommend using the same weight for all sets on a specific exercise. Are you grow tired, you will not be able to perform as many reps during the next set. Using good form, always push yourself on every set. When you can perform the recommended number of reps for a set, add weight.
Sounds good. Thanks for the speedy reply!
If I do band work for my elbow and shoulders everyday for my pitching arm and lift 3 days, will I not gain muscle?Do I need to give rest between my lifting days?
Hi Antonio,
You will be fine as long as your muscle building diet is solid. Here are a couple articles that might help:
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/your-go-to-guide-to-gaining-m...
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/how-to-create-a-bodybuilding-...
Should i do cardio also during a off season training even if i do this program ?
Hi Bryan,
You could perform cardio for general health and fitness 3 to 4 times a week.
I am a 14 year old and at my high school the coach just has us running is that good, because i am thinking about doin excersises and stuff at home and wanting to go to a gym
Hi Nick,
Weight training dramatically improved my running speed, throwing arm and batting power. I would definitely consider lifting weights.
yea befor that he had us do a boot camp but we stopped because we were messing up the feild but this is what we did.
1.throw a 16 inch tire to 50 yards and push it back. 3 times in 5 minutes
2.hit a tractor tire with a sledge hammer for 5 minutes
3.walk with sand bangs from foul pole to foul pole for 5 minutes
4.run with sleds that held 45 pound weights for 5 minutes
5.pull in fireman waterhose and run with it for 50 yards 3 times in 5 minutes
And we did this al;l in my 8th period at my highschool and I'm a freshman
what if u wanted to throw. would u throw on a workout day and use that as the workout for that day or would u throw on an off day?
Hi Max,
I would probably recommend asking that question on the forum.
http://www.muscleandstrength.com/forum/
Max I played baseball in college and you throw every day regardless of whether or not you are going to lift. we used to have 2 a day practices off season 6am running and workouts after class. The workout shown here is a great place to start for a position player who is looking to build mass to gain strength. You MUST stretch before and after each individual workout. If you want to find more suggestions ask your coach to find a workout program from a local college program that will get you guys in condition for season. He will attend regional meetings and have access to some information, and if he does manage to get a hold of the coach you will already have an in for recruiting for college
Would you recommend a full body workout over spliting up the muscle groups on different days?
Hi Dee,
Have you ever lifted before?
Either type of workout is ok, but the problem with splits is that people have a tendency to split up bodyparts too much and spend 5-6 days a week in the gym. If you do a split, use a 3-4 week version. If you are new to lifting, I would run a simple fullbody for a while. You're body is ready to add muscle, and there will be no need to get complicated.
hi i'm 14. I've lifted before but i was just wondering if squats might stunt my growth. If u have any alternative workouts that would be great
Hi Steve,
Squats will not stunt your growth. They are considered the best exercise for increasing muscle and strength.
What do you recommend for running? not just lifting
Hi Austin,
That depends on your goals. I might suggest running 3-4 times per week, and possible include some sprint interval training - periods where you run all out for 10-30 seconds, and then go back to jogging at normal speed.
Hey, I just wanted to stop back in and say that I am very pleased with the progress I've been making with this workout. I've been doing it since the end of August and my wife has really noticed a difference! I've had a hard time gaining weight throughout my life, but since starting this workout along with a post-workout protein shake and increased calorie intake, I've gained 5 lbs and my upper body is definitely changing.
I recommend this workout to any player looking to prepare themselves for next season...and that's coming from a JV baseball coach and lifelong player. Can't wait to get to the cage to see how it's affected my bat speed!
Hi, I was looking at all the comments below and I found it very interesting. Well when I pitched is once a month and it hurts my shoulder every single time not only when I pitched but when I throw in general, I have been hurt since a year ago.Some friends told me that is because I lift weights that my shoulder hurt.A friend told me that he has tendonitis,and everything that is happening to me, happened to him, and that when he lifts weight his shoulder start to hurt.When I do weights it doesnt bother me at all,it is just when I throw.Right now we are on a break, but the season begins on January. I want to get strong by lifting weights but I dont know if it is going to affect my shoulder more than it is right now.I have friends that are all cut and big, lift weights and it doesnt affect them at all during baseball, the shoulder doesnt bother them.What can I do??? Should I lift weights, or should I wait for an MRI to see what I have on my shoulder?
Also I wanted to know that if I lift weights, should I run before or after lifting??? or can I do it both like 10 mins session.Also if I could do that, should I drink CELLMASS before I do my 10 mins session of running after my W.O. or should I drink it after my W.O. and then run??? sorry for this long story but I feel bad of not doing any weights or something to get better and stronger.Thank you
Hi Bambino,
I would talk to your doctor about the possibility of lifting weights. That would be your safest bet.
As far as running, always do cardio after lifting. Save your energy for the weight room so you can give 100%.
Hi Steve,
Thanks for the advices, I have another question, should I take CELLMASS after my workout and then run or should I finish my workout, run afterwards and then take the CELLMASS.What would you recommend? Also, about my shoulder, a friend that is a trainer told me that my rotator cuff is weak.The bones or joints are coliding or touching when I pitch. That is the reason why it hurt.Can this be true? I do not know what to do to work my rotator cuff. Can you help me out with this.
Thanks.
I would use Cell Mass immediately after lifting.
As far as your rotator cuff, I'm no doctor so I hesitate to comment.
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