Athletic velocity is an approach to throwing hard that taps into, rather than inhibits, a pitcher's natural athleticism, using Aroldis Chapman as the model.

Athletic Velocity

When I look at Aroldis Chapman, how he moves and how it's different, one word pops into my head.

Athletic.

Aroldis Chapman
Demonstrating Athletic Velocity

And, I'd suggest, Aroldis Chapman's athleticism helps to explain why he's stayed healthy while so many other, far less athletic, pitchers have broken down.