I think this is a good clip of shifting pivot points. I think 5frames and I see it the same way.
In your opinion is the shifting pivot points something that needs to be taught to a player? I think a hand pivot point and rear hip pivot point is essential to teach in order to produce a good swing. To be honest I am most interested in areas that need to be taught to players, and learning the most effective ways to convey it to kids.
Good stuff FFS. I will wait patiently for your discussion of the front side scap. It seems like you are heading in that direction...
Just as there is a rear-side lateral side bend as the hitter gets their swing underway, there is a front-side lateral side bend as hitters move forward (i.e., walk away from their hands) and take the slack out of the system. Some hitters pre-set this, but many do not. Those that go forward with level shoulders put themselves at a disadvantage relative to what they are capable of.
See if this feel of the lead hip being tied to the rear elbow, with the lead hip leading, makes any sense to you.
The reason I posted this Bonds clip was to show the hand movement toward the plate. I thought this might have something to do with swinging out from the body.