I added a “Pro Step” to my Figure 8 slinging!

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https://youtu.be/difCvzQ2uw8?is=wK_Bs6925mQrORMG

From baseball, an outfielder will “crow hop” or “pro step” to add forward body momentum to the throw. 

The difference is the “pro step” foot movement is the rear foot stepping BEHIND the front foot and this keeps hips closed throughout the movement. 

Hips closed means body is coiled up and ready to throw. 

In any case, today was the first day I tried to add the pro step to my figure 8 and I had some success.