Baseball players shouldn't bench because benching can hurt your shoulders. ... Don't let your athletes bench with internal rotation of their shoulders. Remember it's an internally rotated position that greatly increases your risk of shoulder and elbow issues to begin with.

Should baseball players lift weights?

Baseball players need to lift heavy to maximize their development as an athlete. Most people know that a more powerful and explosive baseball player is a better baseball player. However, reps of 12-14 on single-leg exercises is not going to get you there.

Do you need strong chest for baseball?

Chest strength is vital for hitters in baseball, because hitters must forcefully extend their arms to hit the ball hard and far. The chest is the largest muscle involved in the swing and, to an extent, chest muscle endurance is important during the swing -- especially toward the end of a game or extended practice.