Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast | ⭐Hitting Performance Lab⭐
by Joey Myers · 81 episodes
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Hosted by Joey Myers—Amazon bestselling author and founder of HittingPerformanceLab.com—the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast delivers powerful, science-driven hitting insights for baseball and softball athletes, parents, and coaches who demand results. Join us for in-depth conversations with MLB veterans, expert hitting coaches, biomechanics specialists, and mental game gurus. Each episode reveals actionable tips and proven techniques that help athletes unlock peak performance and consistently drive the ball farther.
Latest episodes
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11 min
Pitch Recognition vs. Bat Speed: See-Decide-Swing Drills That Turn Practice Swings into Real Exit Velocity
If you’ve been told “swing faster” all weekend and still watched weak contact in games, this episode flips the script. Joey breaks down why pitch recognition and decision-making—no…
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10 min
Weighted Bats Done Right: Youth Overload/Underload That Builds Real Game Power (10–15% Rule + Heavy-Light-Game…
Parents are seeing “sledgehammer swings” and ultra-light bat hacks all over social—and wondering if they help or hurt. In this episode, Joey breaks down exactly how to use weighted…
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10 min
Bat Speed vs. Exit Velocity (Explained): How to Train Real Game-Day Power for Youth Hitters
Parents hear “swing faster” and chase bat-speed leaderboards—then wonder why games still produce weak contact. In this episode, we unpack the real difference between bat speed and…
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9 min
Turn Strikeouts Into Confidence: Progressive Failure Exposure for Youth Baseball & Softball (Quality At-Bats,…
When a young hitter goes from BP hero to game-day ghost, the issue usually isn’t mechanics—it’s how we frame failure. In this episode, Joey Myers shows parents and coaches how to t…
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10 min
Are Parents Adding Pressure Without Realizing It? Smarter Support for Youth Baseball & Softball Hitters
Most parents and coaches mean well. But could our constant tips, sideline shouts, and postgame breakdowns actually be draining our kids’ confidence instead of building it? In this…
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10 min
Why Your Kid Rakes in BP but Struggles in Games: Vision Training Secrets for Youth Hitters
Every parent has seen it: your kid smashes balls in batting practice, but when game day comes, the results don’t match. It’s frustrating, confusing, and often leads to over-tweakin…
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10 min
Why Batting Average is Lying to You – Smarter Stats & Drills for Real Hitting Progress
Is your kid’s batting average telling the truth—or just messing with your head? In this episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, I break down why batting average is o…
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11 min
Why Your Kid Isn’t Hitting Bombs Yet—And Why That’s Okay: The Truth About Youth Power Development
Is your kid falling behind in the power department? You’re not alone—and you're not doing anything wrong. In this eye-opening solo episode, Joey Myers—founder of HittingPerformance…
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10 min
Is My Support Hurting or Helping? Fix the Pressure Trap in Youth Sports Before It Breaks Your Kid’s Love for t…
Is My Support Hurting or Helping? Fix the Pressure Trap in Youth Sports Before It Breaks Your Kid’s Love for the Game You’re cheering from the bleachers… but deep down, you’re wond…
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10 min
From Flinch to Fierce: How to Help Your Young Hitter Overcome Fear of the Ball Fast
Is your young athlete flinching, freezing, or backing out of the batter’s box? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to help. In today’s episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Tr…
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10 min
Slump Reset: How to Help Your Young Hitter Bounce Back—Without Killing Their Confidence
Your kid’s in a slump—and it’s not just about their swing. In this powerful episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, host Joey Myers tackles one of the most emotional…
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10 min
Should My 8-Year-Old Worry About Swing Mechanics? What Every Baseball Parent Must Know
📘 Podcast Show Notes: Are you stressing over your young hitter’s mechanics too soon? In this powerful episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, we dive headfirst into…
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1 h 40
Rajai Davis on Speed, Power & Coaching His Son: Inside the MLB Mindset & WeckMethod Training Secrets
What does it take to steal 415 bases in the big leagues and raise a confident youth athlete today? In this power-packed episode, we sit down with former MLB outfielder Rajai Davis,…
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1 h 08
Unlock Arm Strength & Mental Toughness: Alan Jaeger's Proven Blueprint for Youth Baseball & Softball
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…
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10 min
Why Hitting Lessons Fail: The 3 Truths Every Baseball Parent Must Know to Stop Wasting Money
Is your child crushing it in practice but crumbling at the plate during games? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. In this episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast,…
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9 min
The 3 Hidden Confidence Killers in Youth Baseball (And How to Fix Them Fast)
🔥 Why This Episode Matters You’ve seen it: your young hitter steps into the box, takes two strikes without swinging, and walks back to the dugout with their head down. It’s not jus…
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10 min
One Swing, One Cue: The Cure for Over-Coached, Under-Confident Hitters
Is your kid’s swing getting hijacked by too many voices? In this episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, we tackle one of the most common and frustrating issues in y…
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10 min
Why Batting Practice Success Doesn’t Show Up on Game Day (And How to Fix It)
Ever wonder why your child crushes BP but freezes during games? You’re not alone—and in this powerful episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, we tackle one of the bi…
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10 min
Why Multi-Sport Athletes Win: The Science Behind Better Youth Hitters
Is year-round baseball holding your young hitter back? In this game-changing episode of the Swing Smarter Hitting Training Podcast, Joey Myers challenges the conventional wisdom of…
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10 min
Why Youth Hitters Freeze: How Rhythm (Not Mechanics) Unlocks Confident Swings
📘 Podcast Show Notes: Is your young hitter stiff, overthinking, or just plain stuck at the plate? You’re not alone—and this episode could change the way you coach forever. In this…