how dustin pedroia stays in shape
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By: Jared Skvirsky
How Dustin Pedroia Stays in Shape Jared Skvirsky of Boston is a sports fan and former
clubhouse attendant for the Boston Red Sox. He shares how baseball star and World Series champion Dustin Pedroia stays in shape during the off-season.
How Dustin Pedroia Stays in Shape Dustin Pedroia may not be known for his size, but his
trainers say he has a strong work ethic when it comes to off-season workouts, which continue long past the end of the baseball season.
How Dustin Pedroia Stays in Shape Pedroia uses a medicine ball for several
exercises, including parallel throws, perpendicular throws, and other rotational passes. Medicine ball work helps strengthen his core, lending to speed and balance. Strengthening the core and upper body also helps to prevent injuries. Lower body exercises like squat jumps help with speed and power.
How Dustin Pedroia Stays in Shape Pedroia's trainers stress proper form through all
exercises to make sure he's not putting too much pressure on his knees or hips.