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Baseball Pitchers Only · 12U & Up

Factor 5

Velocity

An advanced velocity training program designed exclusively for baseball pitchers ages 12U and up. Built to maximize arm speed, throwing power, and mound performance while prioritizing health and eliminating soreness — for those ready to add serious Velocity.

Health
Strength
Command
Consistency
Velocity

For the Pitcher Who Feels Stuck

Whether you’re a pitcher or a parent, if any of this sounds familiar — Factor 5 was built for you.

Pitchers
  • You’ve been throwing for years but your velocity has plateaued
  • You’re dealing with arm soreness that won’t go away
  • You feel like you’re working hard but not getting results
  • You’ve tried long toss programs and weighted balls on your own with no real gains
  • You’re losing confidence on the mound because the velo isn’t there
Parents
  • You’ve invested in lessons and camps but your son’s velocity hasn’t changed
  • You’re worried about arm health but don’t know who to trust
  • You’ve heard about velocity programs but aren’t sure what actually works
  • Your son is competing against kids who throw harder and you want to level the playing field
  • You want a program that’s backed by real coaching and real results — not just social media hype

What to Expect

Built from the ground up for baseball pitchers 12U and up who want to throw harder, stay healthy, and dominate on the mound.

Custom Programming
Every pitcher is different. Your program is built around your mechanics, your body, and your goals — and adjusted as you progress.
Velocity Development
Targeted programming designed to increase arm speed and throwing velocity through proven strength, mobility, and mechanical training methods.
Pitcher-Specific Strength
Build the explosive lower half, core stability, and shoulder durability that elite pitchers need. Every lift is chosen with the mound in mind.
Arm Care & Durability
Protect your arm for the long haul with targeted arm care routines, shoulder and elbow prehab, and balanced programming that keeps you on the mound.

Biomechanical Assessment

Most programs start with throwing. We start with the body. Before we build your program, we need to understand how you move — because that’s where the real velocity lives.

60-Minute Biomechanics Breakdown
A complete biomechanics breakdown of the pitcher — how you move, where you’re limited, and what needs to be addressed. This assessment is the foundation for every custom program we build.
60
Minutes
1:1
With Coach
Full
Body Analysis

What You Get in 12 Weeks

Choose your program. Both are built on the same proven Factor 5 system — the Gold program gives your pitcher more pitching instruction time per session.

Gold Program
Biomechanical Assessment — 60 Minutes
A full biomechanical assessment with Chrissy Paul to identify mobility limitations, strength imbalances, and mechanical restrictions. Your results are used to build your customized program.
5 Pitching Lessons — 60 Minutes
60-minute pitching lessons with Brandyn Sittinger focused on mechanics, movement efficiency, velocity development, and pitch execution. Lessons can be completed in person or remotely.
4 Performance Training Sessions — 60 Minutes
60-minute strength and performance sessions with Chrissy Paul designed to develop lower body power, rotational strength, arm care, and overall athleticism.
Customized Training Program — 12 Weeks
Delivered through the Truly Fit App, including:
  • Strength workouts
  • Plyometrics
  • Warm-up routines
  • Arm care protocols
  • Mobility and recovery work
App Access
Full access to the training app to follow your program, track workouts, and stay consistent throughout the 12-week program.

Silver Program
Biomechanical Assessment — 60 Minutes
A full biomechanical assessment with Chrissy Paul to identify mobility limitations, strength imbalances, and mechanical restrictions. Your results are used to build your customized program.
5 Pitching Lessons — 30 Minutes
30-minute pitching lessons with Brandyn Sittinger focused on mechanics, movement efficiency, velocity development, and pitch execution. Lessons can be completed in person or remotely.
4 Performance Training Sessions — 60 Minutes
60-minute strength and performance sessions with Chrissy Paul designed to develop lower body power, rotational strength, arm care, and overall athleticism.
Customized Training Program — 12 Weeks
Delivered through the Truly Fit App, including:
  • Strength workouts
  • Plyometrics
  • Warm-up routines
  • Arm care protocols
  • Mobility and recovery work
App Access
Full access to the training app to follow your program, track workouts, and stay consistent throughout the 12-week program.

What You Can Expect in Factor 5

Here’s what pitchers and parents can look forward to once you start the program.

For Pitchers
  • A real understanding of why your velocity has plateaued
  • A custom plan built specifically for your body and your goals
  • Noticeable improvements in arm speed and throwing power
  • Reduced or eliminated arm soreness
  • More confidence on the mound because you know the work is right
  • Strength and durability that carries into game performance
For Parents
  • Confidence that your son is training in a program backed by real science and real results
  • A coaching staff that prioritizes arm health above everything
  • Transparent communication about your son’s progress and plan
  • Visible improvement that shows up on the radar gun and on the field
  • Peace of mind knowing your investment is going toward proven methods — not gimmicks

The Difference a Real System Makes

These are real athletes with real gains — built through the Factor 5 system.

Zach Callahan
83 → 93
+10 MPH
Brunswick ’26 · Ashland University ’30. Came in dealing with chronic back, knee, and shoulder pain — now throwing harder than ever.
Pain Free
Bryce Messick
77-81 → 84-87
+6 MPH
North Royalton ’29. Tricep and arm soreness completely gone — feels more fluid on the mound.
Pain Free
Nolan Burke
75-77 → 83-85
+8 MPH
Brunswick ’26. Consistent velocity jump across multiple outings.
Kayden Draiss
74-77 → 82-84
+7 MPH
Brunswick ’26. Went from dealing with lat pain to throwing completely pain free.
Pain Free
Brody Seith
59 → 65
+6 MPH
Bullpen max jumped +6 MPH. Building the foundation for long-term velocity gains.
Jackson Sutherland
58 → 64
+6 MPH
Bullpen max increased +6 MPH. Developing arm speed and throwing power the right way.

If This Feels Like Your Story

Factor 5 isn’t for everyone — and that’s by design. Here’s how to know if it’s the right fit.

★ Factor 5 Is a Great Fit If…
  • Your pitcher is committed and willing to put in the work
  • You want a program backed by real coaching and real science
  • You’re looking for long-term development, not a quick fix
  • Arm health is a priority — not just velocity
  • You’re ready to invest in a system that produces real results
Factor 5 Is Not a Fit If…
  • You’re looking for a magic pill or overnight results
  • Your pitcher isn’t willing to commit to the process
  • You want the cheapest option available regardless of quality
  • You’re not interested in the strength and movement side of pitching
  • You think arm care doesn’t matter

Factor 5 Coaches

The Factor 5 program is built and coached by professionals who bring real credentials and real experience to every session.

Chrissy Paul
Strength & Performance Coach
M.Ed. in Exercise Science. ATC turned NFPT Certified Personal Trainer. Chrissy brings a clinical understanding of the body combined with years of hands-on experience training athletes. Every program is built on real biomechanics, not guesswork.
Brandyn Sittinger
Pitching Instructor
Former MLB pitcher with the Detroit Tigers and Arizona Diamondbacks. Brandyn has lived the journey from development to the big leagues. He brings professional-level pitching knowledge and real-world experience to every session.

Ready to Add Velocity?

Call, text, or email to set up your biomechanical assessment and get started with a custom velocity program.

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