Speed of rotation is essential for velocity and force production for quarterbacks. Quarterbacks must be able to quickly accelerate rotationally to generate velocity and power when throwing the football.
Rotational movements are done in the transverse plane.
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Two key metrics for rotational speed are hip rotational speed and torso rotational speed. These two metrics can identify how quickly a quarterback is moving in the transverse plane in their lower and upper half. These metrics are a key component of overall acceleration. The quicker a quarterback can rotate, the more rotational velocity can be transferred through the kinetic chain and the hand on the release.
Hip rotation starts with the back glute. Force must be generated into the ground and transferred up through the kinetic chain. When sequencing correctly, the hips should be rotated before the arm accelerates through.
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Torso rotation should start after the hips rotate. For a more in-depth discussion on this, check out our blog on kinematic sequence.
Optimal rotational speeds must be trained in the weight room. As a quarterback, you must train rotational movements in the transverse plane. Only training linear in the sagittal plane will provide little to no improvement with rotational speed. Check out our drill library for rotational drills to help improve your rotational speed.
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