Former MLB pitcher and 1996 #1 overall draft pick Kris Benson joins the More Velocity Podcast to share his journey—from Clemson standout and Olympic medalist to Major Leaguer and now high school coach and ArmCare advocate.
Benson discusses:
- How modern arm care could have changed his career
- The evolution of pitching strength and recovery from the 90s to now
- Why youth athletes need strength before velocity
- His philosophy behind Evolution Pitching and his new San Diego performance center, Evolution Pitching.
- The importance of balancing mechanics, strength, and recovery
This episode dives deep into what it takes to build durable, high-performing athletes in today’s game—straight from a player who’s lived every level of it.
Be sure to follow Kris @evolution_pitching34 and @kbpitching34.
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