Posted by: Steve S. () on Wed Jul 5 07:50:14 2006

Jack,

Is there any difference in the outcome if a hitter starts with their torso (hands) already in a loaded position verses bringing them back to then go forward? Would seem a "load is a load" regardless of how it takes place?

I have noticed where some MLB hitters do not have as noticeable of a load or a "hide the hands" motion because it appears they start in that position. Wouldn't this be advantageous in minimizing unneccesary movements like the head etc. Isn't this minimizing of of head movement an integral part of what Pujols describes in his Silent or Quiet stroke? I believe Bonds (or someone discussung him)once said eliminating unnecessary movements was a key to his swing.

I ask this because of your inertia comment in an earlier post.

Perhaps to reword it:
Is inertia an absolute if a hitter starts in the loaded position?

Would you recommend a hitter NOT start in a static load and instead use a dynamic load?

Is there no difference how a load occurs in what batspeed can be produced given identical swing and rotational mechanics?

Your feedback is appreciated.