Posted by: Shawn (leebell@myhome.net) on Tue Jun 20 20:49:06 2000

Jack,

The house looks better!

Barry Bonds come to mind when thinking about using both legs to push in opposite directions. Is Barry the extreme for this leg/hip action?

I was wondering if you have ever looked at Edgar Martinez (Seattle Mariners) and/or Alex (A-Rod, for short). Do they posses the mechanics you describe?

The reason I ask is I do not see them "torqing" the lower body with both legs pushing in opposite directions (constantly, or even close). I see them using the trunk/torso extremely well and the front leg, but constantly applying force with both legs would/is hard to believe.

There are reasons why I'm skeptical about using both legs in the manner you suggest.

Thanks and I'm looking forward to viewing your video.

Shawn