Getting in peak condition for softball takes more than keeping your throwing arm in shape and hitting the batting cage during the off season. While any physical conditioning will improve your performance on the diamond here is a handful of workout ideas that are especially helpful for softball.
Aerobics: Good blood flow and breathing are key to your energy level, which you want to keep very high throughout the game. In addition, when you hit one in the gap and are rounding second base a good aerobics routine will give you the stamina you need to make it without slowing down. Try jogging, aerobic workouts like jumping rope or spinning classes, or a low impact option, swimming. Read the rest of this entry