52-Week Baseball Training

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Get in better condition for baseball—and watch your game improve! Players are getting bigger, stronger, and faster every season, leading to more impressive home runs and fastballs. With this training regimen, you can prepare for the demands of today's game using the same methods as major leaguers. As the strength and conditioning coach for the Houston Astros, Gene Coleman has helped extend players' careers and develop them into top performers. This comprehensive year-round conditioning plan ensures you stay in shape during the off-season and peak during the season and playoffs. The workouts are organized day-by-day, week-by-week, and season-by-season, including resistance training, total conditioning exercises, and position-specific activities. This conditioning not only enhances performance but also helps prevent injuries. The training plan aligns with high school, college, and summer-league schedules, and is categorized into sequential phases: Postseason—Active Rest and Recovery, Off-Season—Fitness Training, Preseason—Training to Play, and In-Season—Training to Win. Additionally, the book details how to perform each drill and exercise, featuring over 150 photos demonstrating proper technique. Use this training to excel at the plate, in the field, and on the mound—every game, every season.