Break The Habit⚡⬇️
Before we dive in, I want to note that picking isn’t BAD, it’s an important skill to have in certain scenarios. I am solely talking about when you pick 100% of the time because you’re not committing to blocking.... Okay carry on:
Your brain is wired to protect you, which is why it feels safer to pick instead of block.
But here’s the truth: picking/half blocking is what’s getting you hurt. When you block correctly, it actually doesn’t hurt at all.
Steps to a block:
1. Lead with your glove
2. Let your body follow
3. Do it repeatedly to build muscle memory
Drill Progression to Break the Picking Habit:
1. Stationary Blocks: in your final blocking position (knees on ground, upper body bent over) have a partner throw balls at you (hard). Your only job here is to not move, be a statue.
2. No Hands Drill:
Put your hands behind your back (or overhead) and have a partner roll balls to you. Your only job? Match the ball with you belly button and let the ball roll underne...
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