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From the 2015 archive
This is historical coaching writing originally published under Krush Athletics. The wording reflects its original period. For current guidance, use AHD lessons and SwingChecker.
TRIGGER
1. This is any movement that starts the swing. It serves as:
1. A timing device 2. A start to your loading process
2. It can be done many ways:
1. Pushing your hands back 2. Rocking your weight to the back foot 3. Rotating slightly inward or taking front shoulder towards home plate. 4. Front leg movement; leg kick, toe tap, knee to knee, etc.
What is important is that each hitter has a trigger that sets the swing in motion, at the right time.
Quick answers
What is a trigger in hitting?
Any movement that starts the swing. It works as a timing device and as the start of the hitter’s load.
What are common hitting triggers?
Pushing the hands back, rocking weight to the back foot, turning slightly inward, or a front leg move like a leg kick, toe tap or knee-to-knee.
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