# @reagainz1 on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DeKd9frPi3K
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- **Posted:** 2026-10-06T18:51:50.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Reagan Glanz (@reagainz1) — https://gondola.cc/reagainz1

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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 underneath you.

3. Roll Drill: same exact drill as 2 (soft rolls) but your hands free now, lead with your glove and follow with your body

4. Increase Speed & Distance:
Start adding faster rolls and more distance from your partner.
It typically takes 6-10 weeks to fully break the picking habit with consistent reps.

DM me the word “CATCH” if you want a proven 6 month all catching plan like the one that helped Sophia level up!

You don’t suck at blocking-you’re just overthinking it. Let’s fix that

#catcher #softball #catchers #softballcatcher

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