The Mental Aspect of Hitting
By DROPBOMBS Hitting
The batter's box can be a psychologically challenging space for hitters. Confidence is essential when stepping into the box and can positively impact performance. Building confidence through practice, positive self-talk, and focusing on past successes can help batters feel more prepared and capable.
Faced with high-pressure situations, such as with runners in scoring position during crucial moments in a game can increase the pressure on hitters, requiring intense focus to stay present in the moment and shutting out distractions in order to maintain their attention on the pitcher's delivery.
Struggles and slumps are common in this sport. Hitters need to make split-second judgments on pitch selection, strike zone recognition, and swing choices. More often than not, this ends in failure as even the best hitters fail more often than they succeed. This can lead to frustration, self-doubt, in turn can lead to hitting slumps.
It's important for hitters to recognize the mental aspects of their performance. They need to learn from their mistakes and have the mental fortitude to bounce back after unsuccessful at-bats. Mental Training can help batters navigate through slumps by optimizing their mindset and implementing strategies to break out of the slump.
DROPBOMBS Hitting provides the following resources to help you on your journey:
Mental Training Journal by Lindsey Gorman
Mental Training ProgramMental Training Membership Information: Sign-Up
The DROPBOMBS Mental Training program is not a substitute for professional help. The Audio recordings nor the Journal is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition or disease. Please seek help from a qualified healthcare provider. If you want to harm yourself or others, reach out now. 24hr help is available. Call 1-800-273-8255 or Text "home" to 741741
