The situation can be defined by knowing all aspects of the game, and the capabilities of the players. Analyzing the situation can be monotonous for 150 pitches per game. Excellent fielders are mentally prepared and learn to use the 20 seconds between pitches properly even though difficult to practice. Quality fungo work can be analyzed by the fielder during the 10-15 seconds between repetitions. The physical preparation can be compared to that of a boxer.
Boxers move around the ring in a balanced athletic position on the balls of their feet.
Their feet are at shoulder width and their knees are slightly on the inside of their feet. While moving their feet as a boxer in a bouncy manner, the fielders' spikes should always have contact with the ground. This will allow the chance for explosive movements side to side as well as forward and backward. The understanding of angles will increase the ''airtime'' which has to be under 4.1 to get most runners out at first base. When getting to the right of the ball, pick out a hop and judge velocity of the groundball as soon as it is hit.