“Efficiency Before Velocity” Baseball Strong | Jose Vazquez

Описание: In today’s baseball culture, velocity gets attention—but efficiency keeps athletes healthy.

In this episode of Baseball Strong, Jose Vazquez breaks down why chasing speed—especially during growth spurts—puts young athletes at risk for shoulder and elbow injuries. Speaking directly to parents of middle school and high school players, Jose explains how growth plates, rapid height changes, and poor movement control often create the perfect storm for pain and long-term damage.

This episode covers:

Why growth spurts increase injury risk in youth baseball

How bones grow faster than muscles and tendons—and why that matters

The difference between velocity and efficiency

Early warning signs parents should watch for (soreness, tightness, mechanical changes)

Why strength training does not stunt growth—and actually protects developing athletes

How shoulder care, mobility, and movement control reduce injury risk

Why the current system rewards performance metrics, not long-term health

Jose also explains why true athlete development requires more than practices and games—and why responsibility for long-term health extends beyond coaches and teams.

This conversation isn’t just about baseball. It’s about preventing avoidable injuries before they become lifelong pain problems.

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