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Epstein talking about Hand Torque in Flattening the Hands

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    Epstein talking about Hand Torque in Flattening the Hands

    I was reading through an "Ask Me" article written by Mike Epstein for the Collegiate Baseball News titled, "Flat-Palm Hitting." I've been aware of Epstein's advice on quickly flattening the palms during the initial part of the swing, but I somehow missed the following about "hand torque"...

    Mike Epstein writes "another torque is the result of the hitter quickly flattening out his hands as he launches the swing. The hands flatten as top hand pulls down and the bottom hand pulls up. These two diametrically-opposed forces work on the bat, producing torque. This also has an enhancing effect on bat speed and potential power, and is the result of the hands flattening out as the swing launches."

    This article was written in 2002. I just don't recall him talking about hand torque, but I like it.

    Mike
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    Correct where I think some Epstein guys take it to extreme is wanting it completely flat before bringing it through.

    I liked Richard's mantra a couple of weeks back that said torquing the barrel is the swing. Sure the initial rearward arc, you want your hands still around the arm pit, however you don't need to completely flatten then come into the zone.

    I'll have to go back and look at the deltoid drill again because it sure seems like you could enhance that by showing how the forearms are turning the barrel. Also I am not sure if that drill creates the rearward arc we see in the MLB guys. Maybe one of Epstein's guys on this site can chime in.
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      Mike Epstein writes "another torque is the result of the hitter quickly flattening out his hands as he launches the swing. The hands flatten as top hand pulls down and the bottom hand pulls up. These two diametrically-opposed forces work on the bat, producing torque. This also has an enhancing effect on bat speed and potential power, and is the result of the hands flattening out as the swing launches."
      This is what I was trying to say on some previous posts here and at BBF.
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        Originally posted by Stealth View Post
        This is what I was trying to say on some previous posts here and at BBF.
        I think SB gets caught up on the term "opposing forces", and where the hand torque get confusing. I kind of like the description of the hands working in concert, though technically one forearm rotates the opposite way of the other.
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          Your right Pronk. I have motives behind it however. I use the word "ratchet" it fits better for me and it was my word just like hands and hips drive the swing.
          The HANDS and the HIPS DRIVE the Swing! The SHOULDERS are along for the ride.
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            Originally posted by swingbuilder View Post
            Your right Pronk. I have motives behind it however. I use the word "ratchet" it fits better for me and it was my word just like hands and hips drive the swing.
            I forgot the whole ratchet thing, I know you or rich explained it elsewhere, can you let me know?
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              sure, substitute "Ratchet" everywhere you see hand torque.

              I know thats not a good answer, but try it and see what you draw from it.
              The HANDS and the HIPS DRIVE the Swing! The SHOULDERS are along for the ride.
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