What if your child’s throwing arm wasn’t just protected—but also powered up with every rep? In this inspiring episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, we’re joined by Alan Jaeger of Jaeger Sports—renowned mental performance coach and creator of the world-famous J-Bands. This conversation goes far beyond warm-ups—diving into the mental, emotional, and physical strategies that elevate youth athletes into confident, resilient performers on and off the field.

Alan shares battle-tested insights from decades of working with MLB players, elite college programs, and youth athletes, delivering simple yet powerful techniques every parent, coach, or athlete can implement immediately.

🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Why long toss is misunderstood—and how to do it right to increase velocity and arm health

The mental game secret MLB players use to stay grounded and confident

How J-Bands are more than a warm-up tool—they're the foundation of a sustainable arm care program

The connection between breathwork, routine, and peak performance

Simple ways parents can support their athlete’s emotional well-being (without overcoaching)

Why consistency, not intensity, wins in youth development—and how to implement it

🔥 Whether you're a coach managing a team, a parent supporting your player, or an athlete looking to break through a plateau, this episode is packed with practical gold.

👉 Listen now and explore more tools like Alan’s J-Bands and our Swing Shift hitting series at HittingPerformanceLab.com.

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