How to Develop Quick Hands for Swinging a Bat

You can lock yourself in a batting cage all day, taking pitch after pitch in an effort to create “quick hands”; however, if you emphasize the wrong movement, or have incorrect form, you are doing your swing more harm than good. Learn the mechanics of a good swing and you may find yourself on the road to the Major Leagues.

Things You'll Need

  • Whiffle ball
  • Tee
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Instructions

    • 1

      Practice hitting a whiffle ball off a tee. When hit correctly, the ball makes a crack as air passes through it and goes down a straight path. When hit incorrectly, the ball spins and ends up going foul. Hit many balls, as quickly and as straight as possible for hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hand development.

    • 2

      Pull the top hand back -- like an archer pulling a bow -- while rotating your body. Focus on moving your hands quickly, not your arms. The twisting motion of your hands while swinging is what drives the ball. Drill this motion over and over, until it becomes second nature.

    • 3

      Practice applying torque when swinging a bat. Push one forearm, while pulling the other hand to generate torque. Keep the hands in a circular path while doing this motion repeatedly, until it is fluid, natural and fast.