Being a third base requires reaction from instincts. The workouts discussed here are the helpful techniques that allow David Wright to have a powerful swing and moves around the field.

Side Throw – this gives Wright the ability to run a fastball. It requires strength for the abdominal areas and hip flexors. Doing sit-ups may work but for a full workout try using a medicine ball.

• Stand and set a 3-feet distance and right angle from a wall. Position the feet at shoulder-width distance then swing the ball slightly from one side and then to the other. Throw the ball hard against the wall and perform for 2 to 3 sets with 4 to 8 repetitions. When finished do the same routine for the other side with the same number of sets and repetitions.

Romanian deadlift – this would allow you to move as low as you can on the ground. It requires muscle strength coming from the hamstrings and back.

• Have a dumbbell on each hand and position it in front of the thighs. Set the feet at shoulder-width apart and bend the knees slightly. Bend the hips forward until it is leveled at midshin. Pause with this position and bring the torso back to the original postion. Arch the back slightly all the way through.

Standing jump and reach – this exercise would help you move exquisitely fast and strong upward. You would strengthen your ankles, quads and hips with this routine.

• Squat with the feet set at shoulder-width apart and arms positioned at the sides. Explode upward with both arms reaching above the head. Make sure to land on soft knees and perform 6 to 10 repetitions.

Side lunge – this movement would allow you to move swiftly from side to side. This routine would strengthen the lower body.

• Position a barbell behind the upper back. With a long lunge take a step to one direction while the toes are pointed forward. Lower the body as your step to keep the lunging thigh parallel to the floor. Push the body back up to the original position.