Podcasts about Motor learning

Send us a textSMSC Speaker Spotlight: Garrett Baker In this episode, we're highlighting one of our featured presenters for the 2025 Sport Movement Skill Conference — Garrett Baker, Skill Acquisition Specialist and Pitching Coach for the New York Mets. Garrett joins us to talk about the current state of skill development in baseball and why he believes coaches must move beyond traditional notions of “perfect mechanics.”We dig into how Garrett blends theory and practice in the bullpen, what makes his learning environments unique, and how his approach helps athletes become more adaptable and attuned to the real problems they face in competition.You'll also hear:Why skill development in baseball needs to move beyond “perfect mechanics”How Garrett builds constraint-based bullpens that sharpen decision-makingCoaching intent and perception: why the why matters more than the howThe value of creating environments where athletes compete and adaptWhy “error” in skill learning is a gift, not something to avoidWhat it looks like to coach with the athlete, not at themGarrett's approach to designing reps that mirror the complexity of real gamesWhat to expect from his session at SMSC 2025 — and why it's relevant across sportsCredits: Song- "Starstruck" by Freebeats.io Let's Chat!Twitter: @thecoachjavIG: @thecoachjav

Send us a textIn this Speaker Spotlight episode, Coach Jav sits down with Dr. Rob Gray—renowned researcher, author, and podcast host—for a timely re-release of their impactful conversation on ecological dynamics, information, and movement learning. Rob is one of the featured speakers at the upcoming 2025 Sport Movement Skill Conference, taking place June 26–27 in St. Paul, MN. As the SMSC returns to its in-person roots, Rob shares a preview of the thinking that's shaped his writing, research, and applied coaching work across sport and skill domains.The episode explores the concepts behind Rob's book Learning to Optimize Movement, as well as deeper takes on specifying information, variability in practice, and the athlete–environment relationship. If you've ever wondered how to make movement learning more meaningful—or want to go beyond drills and deepen your theoretical lens—this conversation is a must.

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Professor Nicholas G. Hatsopoulos from the Department of Organismal Biology and Anatomy is on The Course this week to discuss his career path. From majoring in physics to psychology, to playing the Bouzouki and working in Greece for a year, it was only later in life that Professor Hatsopoulos found Neuroscience and found his passion as a scientist working on how the brain directs body movements. As his research team continues to explore this field, wearable robots or exoskeletons might not be too far in the horizon. Tune in to hear more about his career story!

Send us a textIn this special episode of the Adaptable Athlete Podcast powered by Emergence, Javi welcomes back movement specialist and Emergence co-founder Shawn Myszka for the official preview of the 2025 Sport Movement Skill Conference (SMSC).They break down what to expect at this year's in-person event -including immersive learning sessions, athlete-led demos, roundtable discussions, and a new certification opportunity -all designed to help coaches better understand and apply ecological dynamics in sport. Shawn also shares what it's like coaching elite NFL players, how to identify skill gaps in All-Pro athletes, and why 2025 is the year to return to face-to-face collaboration in the coaching community.

Send us a textIn this Six Minutes of Skill episode, Coach Jav explores the concept of the Challenge Point—both for athletes and coaches. He breaks down how finding the right level of difficulty in training can accelerate skill acquisition, improve decision-making, and better prepare athletes for real-game situations.Key Topics Discussed: ✅ Understanding the Challenge Point and its role in learning ✅ Why failing too much or too little in practice can hinder development ✅ How to adjust practice complexity to match an athlete's challenge point ✅ The misconception of equating practice performance with learning ✅ Why coaches must also challenge themselves to grow and evolve ✅ How constraints like defender numbers, time pressure, and fatigue impact skill acquisition ✅ The importance of embracing discomfort as a coach

In this conversation (follow on from last weeks conversation), Jay Carter and Riki Lindsay explore the complexities of coaching methodologies, particularly the distinctions and overlaps between linear and non-linear learning approaches. They discuss the implications of these approaches in sports coaching, emphasizing the importance of adapting coaching styles to the athlete's level and the context of the sport. Riki shares insights from his research and experiences, highlighting the need for coaches to remain flexible and open-minded in their methodologies. Riki and Jay explore the complexities of coaching and athlete development. They discuss the importance of understanding individual athlete needs, the impact of environment on performance, and the role of cultural considerations in coaching. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of reflective practice for coaches to enhance their effectiveness and adapt their methods to better support athletes' growth.Send us a textSupport the showhttps://talkingperformancepod.com/

In this conversation, Riki Lindsay shares his journey from a traditional Kiwi upbringing filled with sports to becoming a lecturer in sport and exercise science. He discusses his experiences in the fire service, the importance of understanding learning environments, and the dynamics of coaching in high-performance settings. Riki reflects on his cricket career, the challenges of anxiety, and the significance of fostering a fun and present-focused approach in sports. In this conversation, Riki Lindsay discusses the balance between performance and enjoyment in sports, emphasizing the importance of allowing athletes to make mistakes as part of their learning process. He highlights the critical role of imagery and visualization in enhancing athletic performance and addresses the psychological aspects of self-doubt that can hinder performance. The discussion also covers the significance of ecological dynamics in skill development and the necessity of building trust in coach-athlete relationships to foster a supportive training environment.Send us a textSupport the showhttps://talkingperformancepod.com/

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In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Rob Nelson to discuss learning theories and skill acquisition for athletes. Rob Nelson is currently an athletic performance coach at Penn State University, where he works with the softball and swimming teams. He has previously worked as the Associate Director of Sports Performance at UMBC where he oversaw program design and implementation for women's volleyball, women's basketball, baseball, and track and field. He believes in a framework emphasizing motor learning principles, ecological dynamics and constraints based approaches. He also previously worked as the Interim Director of Strength and Conditioning at Wofford College, in addition to working as a Grad Assistant at Saint Francis University, and Strength and Conditioning Intern Coach at the University of Pittsburgh. Outside of the college athletics setting, Rob also worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at IMG Academy, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Strength and Conditioning Coach for Aligned Training, Director of Sports Performance for Power Train Sports and Fitness, and Co-Owner and Performance Director for Larkins Sports Performance. Rob also hosts the "Hot Takes Performance Podcast" - For more on Rob and his podcast be sure to check out @strengthcoachrob on Instagram. *SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order! **Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com Episode Affiliates: Kinetic Arm: Use code " BraunPR " at checkout! MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_pr Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

Zach & Jared reunite after the holidays to catch up on life and golf. They discuss their holiday experiences, the importance of routines, and their gift-giving strategies. The conversation shifts to golf improvement, focusing on the principles of motor learning, diagnosis of swing faults, and the strategies needed to get better at golf. They delve into the practicality of achieving a scratch handicap and the sacrifices required for significant improvement. The episode ends with a teaser about upcoming discussions on social media disputes with golf instructors. 00:00 Holiday Catch-Up and Gift Giving 01:18 Why Holidays Can Be Awful 03:07 Surprise Vacation and Family Dynamics 05:22 Golf Improvement Strategies 10:49 Motor Learning and Practice Techniques 18:15 Diagnosing and Iterating on Golf Skills 26:09 The Elephant in the Room: Improving Beyond a 4 or 5 Handicap 27:30 Defining Scratch: What Does It Mean to You? 29:32 Home Course Challenges: Slope, Rating, and Expectations 31:19 Handicap Calculations and Bell Curves 35:07 Balancing Life and Golf: Time Constraints and Goals 39:12 The Reality of Improvement: Reps, Rounds, and Realistic Goals 46:02 YouTube Adventures and Unanswered Questions 49:04 Wrapping Up: Future Topics and Social Media Beef

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I'm delighted to speak with Dr Thomas Simpson this week. Thomas is a lecturer in Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition at Edge Hill University. He is interested in how motor learning and motor skill acquisition in children can be optimised through attentional and motivational factors. Thomas obtained his BSc in Sport and Exercise Science and his PhD at Edge Hill University.  In this episode we discuss a paper Thomas co-wrote which examined the use of OPTIMAL Instructions and Feedback in Physical Education Settings. Here, OPTIMAL stands for Optimizing Performance through Intrinsic Motivation and Attention for Learning. It is a theory of motor learning developed by Gabriele Wulf and Rebecca Lewthwaite.  The paper investigates how PE teachers can use instruction and feedback which promote OPTIMAL theory motor learning factors (e.g., an external focus of attention, enhanced expectancies and autonomy support) to enhance children's motor learning.

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As occupational therapists, many of us have witnessed the wonder of motor learning in neuro rehab. Yet despite years of research attempting to identify the most effective post-stroke interventions, the reality is that our understanding of how to improve recovery of function remains incomplete. The article we are reviewing today serves as an update on the state of the science in how new theories of motor control and learning can be incorporated into practice. The authors put particular emphasis on how new technologies may be needed to truly meet the many principles of neuroplasticity, and in particular they point to virtual, augment, and mixed reality technologies. After we review the research, we are excited to welcome to the podcast an OT who works for one such virtual rehab solution as their Manager of Clinical Services, Katie Riccio, MS, OTR/L. Katie will share what she has learned about neurorehab in her role. And orient us to the stroke rehab tech tools on the market, how they can intersect with you in-person practice—and what to expect on the horizon.You can find more details on this course here:https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses/motor-learning-in-neuro-rehabHere's the primary research we are discussing:Motor Learning in Neurological RehabilitationSupport the show

In this episode of the Fairway Performance Podcast, Shaun welcomes back Dr. Luke Benoit, founder of RypGolf, to discuss the evolution of golf training, particularly the efficiency of online instruction. Luke shares insights on motor learning, the challenges of early extension in golf swings, and how physical limitations can impact swing mechanics. He emphasises the importance of retraining swing patterns and offers practical advice for golfers looking to improve their technique. In this conversation, Luke discusses the intricacies of golf training, focusing on the importance of ground force mechanics, the balance between speed and accuracy, and the significance of deliberate practice. He also talks about the need for golfers to understand their body mechanics and the role of both internal and external cues in improving their swing. The discussion also highlights the challenge zone concept, where effective training occurs at the edge of a golfer's current abilities, leading to long-term improvement.You can check out all of Luke's content via these links:@dr.luke.benoit.golf@rypgolfTo check out the Early Extension video Dr Luke was talking about in this episode click here  to access his profile on Skillest. If you go through the video and don't make huge progress he is also offering a guarantee of a free lesson! Definitely jump on board and take him up on this offer! Have questions, feedback or suggestions for future episode? Click here to send me a text!

This week's podcast is with Ken Clark and Cory Walts. Dr. Ken Clark is an Associate Professor of Kinesiology at West Chester University, specializing in the mechanical factors of athletic performance and injury prevention. With over a decade of hands-on coaching experience across various levels, Ken also teaches Biomechanics, Kinetic Anatomy, and Motor Learning. Cory Walts is the Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Pennsylvania, where he has led successful sports performance programs since 2019. A finalist for the NSCA College Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year Award, he is highly certified and experienced in the field. Speed training, for team sports in particular, is an evolving method, specifically in how athletes are profiled and bucketed into training needs. There are more and less complex ways to do this. With the increased emergence and leaning into technology-assisted models, starting with a basic understanding of speed development principles across groups is essential. On today's podcast, Cory and Ken discuss speed training for team sports in light of "low-tech" solutions and simple bucketing systems. We discuss critical differences between team sports and track and field athletes and the appropriate expectations for technical models. Ken and Cory discuss various speed training methods, including mini-hurdles, resisted sprint variations, stride frequency variations, environmental training considerations, and more. This was a great, practical show on developing methods in sprint development. Today's episode is brought to you by TeamBuildr's Gym Studio and Athletic Development Games. Use the code “justfly25” for 25% off any Lila Exogen wearable resistance training, including the popular Exogen Calf Sleeves. For this offer, head to: Lilateam.com TeamBuildr is an online software for coaches and trainers. Use the code “JUSTFLY” for a free 30-day trial of the TeamBuildr software. For a Gym Studio 14-day free trial, head to gymstudio.com To learn more about the Sprint Acceleration Essentials or Elastic Essentials courses, head to justflysports.thinkific.com View more podcast episodes at the podcast homepage. Main Points 11:32- Optimizing Speed Training for Team Sport Athletes 17:40- Gamified Speed Training for Athletic Motivation 22:05- Tailored Training through Sprint Profiling Analysis 24:02- Optimizing Performance through Lumbo Pelvic Control 35:37- Dynamic Resistance Training with Bullet Belts 53:37- Enhancing Athletic Performance with Wearable Resistance 54:37- Angular Velocity Enhancement Through Flex Leg Training 56:41- Movement Variation for Optimal Running Mechanics 1:01:00- Balancing Intervention for Effective Coaching Results Quotes (12:00) “So the slow track and field athletes were still kind of like, you know, pretty front side, pretty short contact times and contact lengths, etcetera. But the team sport guys were not. They had longer contact times, longer contact lengths, like less, you know, more backside thigh, less frontside thigh mechanics. And so kind of the really cool thing that emerged from this data set was like, hey, our fast team sport guys can hit really fast top speeds as fast as some of the slower track guys, but with a different strategy. And frankly, a strategy that makes sense from a team sport standpoint” Ken Clark 22:25: “We just looked at relative to the others, the first zero to ten versus the 30 to 40, and then we bucketed them, and we had an acceleration group that needed to work on acceleration. We had a top speed that needed to work on that, and we had a balanced. So if you just think of a bell curve, majority of the team was in this balanced, and then the certain amount was in the other two” Cory Walts 40:00: “We're not going to be able to set up like individualized sled loads, which I think is great, but, you know, just was not, and I've done it with other teams, Corey and I both have,

How is it possible to learn to jump as an adult without getting hurt? That's what I (as a full-time coach with many years of experience coaching both riders of all levels, but also other coaches) talk about in this episode. Want to learn front wheel lifts, how to bunny hop (which is the perfect preparation for jumping) and get PERSONAL feedback from me, to avoid practicing and ingraining errors? Then work with me here: https://roxybike.podia.com - remote coaching has the advantage that you have access to the best coaches worldwide, not just the ones in your neighbourhood - at a SUPER affordable rate!  Here's the mini jumping tutorial on IG I mention in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/roxybike_coaching/reel/C86l80hstvS/  Also uploaded it on YouTube: https://youtube.com/shorts/I_2iOczrpdU?si=uybUj09radRe-7sm - but the comment I mention is on IG. If you want to find out more about how motor learning actually works (based on neuroscience), check out this video and podcast of mine: The science of learning motor skills on YouTube: https://youtu.be/k2Mv2PqYVEQ?si=jBt24npvZKH5DcrU  Podcast - Why you may spontaneously "forget" about your skill on a jump/on trails:  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/273598/link/ Podcast - The 4 stages of learning skills (detailed explanation of "unconscious competence" mentioned in this episode):  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/263253/link/   Find my podcasts and content helpful?I'm NOT an influencer, so I do not live off the content I release, actually, it COSTS me money for hosting it and a LOT of time!  Support me and the content here, to keep it coming:  Buy me a coffee ☕️ - https://buymeacoffee.com/roxyinspires Become a Patron on Patreon

In this episode Dr. Riley Kirk interviews researcher Dr. Whitney Ogle about using cannabis for exercise, Dr. Ogle is passionate about this subject because she has found the benefits of medicating before runs, hikes and other forms of exercise and believes it can be a tool to a healthier lifestyle. Dr. Kirk and Dr. Ogle talk about what reserach that is currently happening, how both of them personally integrate cannabis and exercise, navigating difficult conversations, the role of CBD and more. Dr. Ogle's Bio: My personal mission is to make the science of human movement meaningful, understandable, and applicable to daily life. I am guided by my values in finding connections among concepts from diverse sources, striking a balance between cultivating new ideas and improving on current designs, and continual growth by learning with and from others. Originally from Chicagoland, I have moved all over the United States for school and work. I earned my Bachelors degree in Exercise Science from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. While in my Doctorate in Physical Therapy program at Regis University in Denver, Colorado, I had the opportunity to do clinical rotations in Utah, Arizona, Washington, Western Colorado, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. After I completed my DPT degree, I worked as an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist near Seattle and helped with functional capacity evaluations of injured workers north of Seattle. I decided to go back to school to get more involved in research at Indiana University where I earned a Masters degree in Exercise Physiology and a PhD in Human Performance with a focus on Motor Control and Motor Learning with a minor in Psychological Brain Sciences. While I was working towards these degrees, I worked as a home health physical therapist for babies 6 months to 3 years old in rural Southern Indiana and occasionally in skilled nursing facilities for older adults who were medically stable enough to be out of the hospital but not safe enough to be at home. I was drawn to Cal Poly Humboldt because of its strong focus in social justice, giving students hands on experience with research, and because it is physically beautiful! I enjoy rock climbing, slacklining, swimming, hiking, and going on walks with my cats. Instragram: @dr.ogle Twitter: @drwhitneyogle Follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!  www.bioactivepodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cannabichem  Follow along on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@cannabichem https://www.instagram.com/cannabichem https://www.instagram.com/bioactivepodcast https://www.youtube.com/@cannabichem Watch this podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLurdly7OUmtRjRvha5H-jhqZ2AQ2329v2&si=iwZApqlkdWD34ZGs Follow other industry news and research: https://www.appliedpharmacognosy.org/ 

What's going on everyone and welcome back to the Hot Takes Performance Podcast.  I'm your host Rob Nelson, and we have Dr. Kevin Becker on the show today.  Dr. Becker is an associate professor at the University of Tennessee in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences.  Dr. Becker graduated from the University of Tennessee, obtaining his PhD in Kinesiology and Sport Studies – Sports Psychology and Motor Behavior.  In addition to his formal education background, Dr. Becker was a very accomplished Track and Field athlete.  He competed twice as a throwing athlete in the Olympic trials and continues to throw and compete to this day.  In the episode, we deeply dive into motor learning theory and behavior.  We discuss concepts such as attractor stability in skill acquisition, internal vs external vs holistic focus of attention, using an ecological model in closed skill sports such as track and field, the challenge point framework, as well as many others.  We also talk about sports psychology and how student-athletes can work on their mental performance training even if they have limited resources available to them.  Dr. Becker is extremely knowledgeable and takes a deep dive into all the topics we discussed and I learned a ton from this episode.  All of his contact information and social media accounts will be listed in the show notes.  If you like the episode feel free to give us a review on the platform of your choice.  You can also reach out at Hot Takes Performance Podcast on Instagram.  Now let's get to today's show. Follow us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hottakesperformancepodcast/Follow our host Rob Nelson on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/strengthcoachrob/Follow our Guest https://www.instagram.com/drbeckerthrows/https://x.com/kbecker99

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Welcome to Episode 31 of the Trainer's Bullpen, ‘Motor Learning Feedback' with Dr. Tim Lee. The type of feedback that a trainer or coach gives their students and the manner in which that feedback is provided is of critical importance to the effective of how well motor skills are acquired, retained and transferred. The most common type of feedback that is often applied in the law enforcement motor skill learning environment is described as ‘quick and corrective'. That is, the trainer views mistakes and errors as enemies and therefore is very quick to step in and provide feedback when the student is struggling. In addition, the feedback that is usually provided is highly corrective ‘this is what you are doing wrong, this is what you need to do to correct it, now do that'. Ironically, while most prevalent, this type of feedback has been demonstrated to result in the worst retention and transfer of movement skills to the ‘real world'. In this interview, Motor Learning expert, researcher, accomplished author and coach for the Titleist Performance Institute, Dr. Tim Lee will discuss the impact of feedback and the methods of feedback that trainers should consider in order to optimize the learning potential of their students. In this interview we discuss: ·      The different types of feedback – Inherent and Augmented ·      Using knowledge of results rather than knowledge of performance feedback ·      The importance of student motivation and how feedback can either bolster, or impair, student motivation ·      The relationship between feedback types and the students focus of attention ·      The danger of creating students who are ‘feedback dependent' and how to avoid this from happening ·      The use of video as a feedback tool ·      The timing of feedback – hint – delayed feedback is usually optimal ·      Bandwidth feedback – what it is and how to apply it to really maximize your feedback potential for motor learning. Have your pen and paper ready. This interview contains very important information to help you advance your tradecraft as a trainer! As a reminder, all resources, documents and links are available to you at www.trainersbullpen.com Dr. Tim Lee can be contacted at scapps@mcmaster.ca

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What's up everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Hot Takes Performance Podcast.  In this episode, I am joined by Andy Bass.  Andy is a Mental Skills Coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates.  Andy is a former professional baseball player, playing for multiple professional baseball organizations.  He also has multiple degrees including a PhD and he specializes in all things sport psychology and motor learning.  Andy and I met after we both were featured on  an Episode of the Coach Your Brains Out Podcast which is hosted by a previous guest on the podcast John Mayer.  Andy is a consistent feature on that podcast where he shares his experience working in professional baseball, but also his expertise in regards to skill acquisition, ecological dynamics, and motor learning theories.  This episode was a great conversation and we covered a range of topics including attractor theory, practical applications of the constraints-led approach in baseball, sport psychology resources for college athletes, as well as many other subjects.  I hope you all enjoy the episode and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram at Hot Takes Performance Podcast.  I hope you guys enjoy the show. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hottakesperformancepodcast/Follow Our Host:https://www.instagram.com/strengthcoachrob/

As voice teachers, we want to offer good feedback to our students and let them know how they can improve their performance.But could our delivery of this feedback affect how well our students take in the new information?As the Associate Director of the National Center for Voice and Speech, Lynn Maxfield, PhD, regularly researches voice pedagogy, vocology, and how motor learning applies to voice teachers. His studies have revealed that although teachers are conditioned to regularly comment on a student's performance, remaining silent and allowing a student time to process their actions — as opposed to immediately providing feedback — is more beneficial for active learning.In this episode, we discuss:(4:22) How Lynn's experiences in vocology gave him an appreciation for the complexity of the cognitive and neuromuscular system.(9:22) Why instructors find it so challenging to not provide feedback.(11:51) The value of creating silent spaces to let students process their performance before they hear your feedback.(17:40) When most teachers begin providing feedback during lessons (and why this disrupts the learning process).(20:38) The difficulties of reflecting on the skills used in a longer performance(25:55) If giving yourself time to process your own performance when practicing alone is helpful(28:13) The debate over whether students benefit more from an internal or external locus of attention (and why their skill level may factor into this)(35:44) Why teachers need to constantly adapt their general teaching skills during each lesson(37:30) Why students need to be in the proper headspace to benefit from a lesson (and the scientific reason for why yelling yourself hoarse at a concert isn't good for you).(48:08) Why spacing voice lessons further apart can be beneficial for advanced singersFind Lynn at the Utah Center for Vocology and the University of Utah. The textbook Lynn mentions, “Motor Learning and Performance: From Principles to Application” by Timothy D. Lee and Richard A. Schmidt, can be purchased on Amazon.Tom started a spirited discussion with Lynn at (25:55) on the value of practicing without feedback. Join in by sharing your thoughts, opinions, and insights by emailing us at hello@vocaladvancement.com and leave us a comment!And make sure you hear from all of our guests by following us on the Vocal Advancement Podcast and subscribing to our YouTube channel! About the Institute for Vocal AdvancementThe Institute of Vocal Advancement (IVA) was created to provide voice teachers with a support network to provide you with the best teaching tools and strategies to advance your career. Learn how our Teacher Training Programs can help advance your career. Use the code “iva20percent” to get 20% off your first year's course membership fee! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guests: Dave Love, NBA Shooting Coach, and Matt Robertson, Co-Host of The Coach Dave Love PodcastIn this week's coaching conversation, Chris Oliver joins the Coach Dave Love Podcast to share insights on applying skill acquisition concepts to basketball shooting and player development. In this enlightening episode of The Coach Dave Love Podcast simulcast on the Basketball Podcast, hosts Matt Robertson and NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love are joined by Chris Oliver, the esteemed founder of Basketball Immersion. Chris Oliver stands as a leading figure in integrating motor learning and skill acquisition principles into basketball training. With a track record of consulting for numerous NBA teams and National Federations globally, Chris brings a wealth of evidence-based coaching approaches to the table.Throughout the episode, Chris and Dave dissect their top five Skill Acquisition concepts, providing invaluable insights for coaches looking to enhance their training methodologies. This episode serves as a beacon for those new to the realm of Motor Learning, offering a comprehensive starting point. Tune in as Chris and Dave delve into the nuances of skill acquisition, providing actionable strategies and practical advice that coaches can implement immediately. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to coaching, this episode promises to equip you with the foundational knowledge needed to elevate your coaching game and unlock the full potential of your players. If you're ready to take your coaching to the next level and optimize player development, this episode is a must-listen.Breakdown1:00 - Introduction3:00 - Basketball Shooting Form and Practice Methods8:00 - Improving Skill Acquisition12:30 - Importance of Adaptability17:00 - Internal vs External Cues21:30 - Perception and Adaptability26:00 - Skill Acquisition Strategies30:30 - Reducing Instructions37:00 - Focusing on Habits40:00 - Teaching Cues44:30 - Coaching Techniques48:00 - Constraint-Led Approach54:30 - Player Development58:30 - Personalized ApproachDave Love's Bio:Website: https://www.coachdavelove.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coach-dave-love-podcast/id1719926493Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCspHEavqXfrWe2YFps_4RiQMatt Robinson's Bio:Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachmattyrobChris Oliver / Basketball ImmersionWebsite: http://basketballimmersion.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersionFacebook: https://facebook.com/basketballimmersionImmersion Videos:Check out all our all-access practice and specialty clinics:

In this episode of The Coach Dave Love Podcast, hosts Matt Robertson and NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love are joined by Chris Oliver, the esteemed founder of Basketball Immersion. Chris Oliver stands as a leading figure in integrating motor learning and skill acquisition principles into basketball training. With a track record of consulting for numerous NBA teams and National Federations globally, Chris brings a wealth of evidence-based coaching approaches to the table. Throughout the episode, Chris and Dave dissect their top five Skill Acquisition concepts, providing invaluable insights for coaches looking to enhance their training methodologies. This episode serves as a beacon for those new to the realm of Motor Learning, offering a comprehensive starting point. Tune in as Chris and Dave delve into the nuances of skill acquisition, providing actionable strategies and practical advice that coaches can implement immediately. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to coaching, this episode promises to equip you with the foundational knowledge needed to elevate your coaching game and unlock the full potential of your players. If you're ready to take your coaching to the next level and optimize player development, this episode is a must-listen. The go subscribe to my Shooting Newsletter on www.coachdavelove.com

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This is episode 4 of a 6-part special series on sleep with Dr. Matthew Walker, Ph.D., a professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and author of the best-selling book "Why We Sleep." In this episode, we discuss the relationship between sleep, learning and creativity.  We explain why and how sleep before and after a learning bout can improve memory and performance for both cognitive tasks and physical skills. We also discuss how to use time learning and sleep, how to use naps, non-sleep deep rest states, and caffeine to optimize learning, and the mechanisms for sleep and memory consolidation.  We also explain the critical role that sleep plays in creativity and one's ability to discover novel solutions to challenges and problems.  This episode is filled with actionable information on using sleep to enhance skill learning and improve memory and creativity.  The next episode in this guest series explains how sleep benefits emotional regulation and mental health.  For show notes, including referenced articles and additional resources, please visit hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman  WHOOP: https://join.whoop.com/huberman  Waking Up: https://wakingup.com/huberman  InsideTracker: https://insidetracker.com/huberman  Momentous: https://livemomentous.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Sleep & Learning (00:00:59) Sponsors: Helix Sleep, Whoop & Waking Up (00:05:48) Learning, Memory & Sleep (00:09:32) Memory & Sleep, “All-Nighters”, Hippocampus (00:13:46) Naps & Learning Capacity (00:16:59) Early School Start Times, Performance & Accidents (00:26:38) Medical Residency & Sleep Deprivation (00:29:35) Sponsor: AG1 (00:30:49) Tool: Sleep Before Learning; Cramming Effect (00:35:09) Tools: Caffeine; Timing Peak Learning; “Second Wind” (00:44:25) Memory Consolidation in Sleep (00:55:07) Sleepwalking & Talking; REM-Sleep Behavioral Disorder (01:00:16) REM Sleep Paralysis, Alcohol, Stress (01:07:41) Sponsor: InsideTracker (01:08:46) Skills, Motor Learning & Sleep (01:17:03) Tool: Timing Sleep & Learning, Skill Enhancement (01:20:00) Naps; Specificity & Memory Consolidation, Sleep Spindles (01:27:21) Sleep, Motor Learning & Athletes; Automaticity (01:34:10) Can Learning Improve Sleep? (01:39:13) Tool: Exercise to Improve Sleep; Performance, Injury & Motivation (01:44:38) Pillars of Health; Dieting & Sleep Deprivation (01:49:35) Performance & Poor Sleep, Belief Effects, “Orthosomnia” (01:57:03) “Overnight Alchemy”, Sleep & Novel Memory Linking (02:05:58) Sleep & Creativity (02:11:09) Tools: Waking & Technology; Naps; “Sleep on a Problem” (02:20:51) Creative Insight & Sleep (02:26:18) Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Momentous, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer

Vivek is being seen by physical therapy after recovering well from a stroke. The patient is refining gait during the autonomous stage of motor learning. Which activity is BEST to challenge their gait adaptability? A. Walking backwards on a treadmill
 B. Navigating a cluttered hallway
 C. Stepping over obstacles at 6 inch heights
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Guest: Kevin Mulcahy, Sports Practice Design SpecialistSports practice design specialist Kevin Mulcahy joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on representative practice using a constraints-led approach.Kevin is an experienced sports and conditioning coach who has worked with sports teams, athletes, professionals, and clubs across three continents for over 30 years. He is the owner-operator of the Design the Game Project, a platform that shares coaching insights and research with a progressive and learning-led audience.Design the Game promotes a Constraints Led Approach to Motor Learning and coaching. Kevin has studied on and off the field how humans learn to move and learn skills for well over 20 years.Through the Design the Game brand has run several mini online courses around motor learning, decision making in sport and practice design. Kevin also runs TMC Performance, a sports and conditioning, personal training business that caters to the overall health and lifestyle of his clients from athletes to busy professionals through a strength and conditioning for life and sport mindset and programming approach.Kevin has a strong educational background in coaching science, with a BSc in Strength and Conditioning from Setanta College, a certificate in Nutritional Science and Coaching from Precision Nutrition, and a certificate in The Neuroscience of Decision Making from Barcelona FCBreakdown1:00 - Constraint Led Approach7:00 - Manipulating Task Constraint11:30 - Elicit Skill16:00 - Technique Development26:00 - Poet's Practice34:00 - Feedback with Action40:00 - Early in Learning49:00 - History52:00 - Playing Unstructured59:00 - Affordances1:03:30 - The Three Things1:07:00 - Basketball Drills1:12:00 - Free Throw1:14:00 - ConclusionKevin Mulcahy's Bio:Bio/Website: https://kevinmulcahy.substack.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/movementcoachkmBasketball ImmersionWebsite: http://basketballimmersion.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersionFacebook: https://facebook.com/basketballimmersionImmersion Videos:Check out all our all-access practice and specialty clinics: https://www.immersionvideos.com

A look at a recent study that addresses a question I get quite often: do the basic principles of motor learning, in this case, those proposed by OPTIMAL theory, still hold when we are dealing with highly skilled athletes? Articles:Effects of self-controlled practice and focus of attention on free throw accuracy: Exploring optimal theory among skilled basketball players More information: http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc)   Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid/Google   Support the podcast and receive bonus content   Credits: The Flamin' Groovies – ShakeSome Action Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy

Today we're sitting down with Alan Jaeger and Randy Sullivan to discuss their new “Jaeger-Sullivan Return to Throw Manual and Schedule”.  I had the privilege of providing the Strength & Conditioning portion of this manual and I am excited to sit down and take a closer look at the manual with the two of them. Topics Include:How it differs from the standard back-to-throw protocolThe power of eliminating “target dates”Using objective feedbackAlan JaegerAlan is the founding partner of Los Angeles-based Jaeger Sports, where some of the most talented baseball players in America go to improve their game. He is most famous for his trademark J-bands, used for conditioning the arm. But his influence on the game far transcends the bands that bear his name.Alan has been a steady voice in promoting many topics, including extended long-toss, throwing programs and proper recovery and conditioning for the arm. He also has a Zen-like approach to the mental side of the game, in which he teaches his players relaxing meditation techniques.Randy SullivanRandy is the owner of the Florida Baseball Armory in Lakeland, Florida and author of the books Start with the Pain, Armory Savage Revolution and Engineering the Superhuman Pitching Machine.  He is a physical therapist, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition expert.Randy has worked with thousands of baseball players of every age and experience level. He has coached sixteen first-round draft picks and over 20 Major Leaguers. He has been a paid consultant for five Major League teams and has worked with coaches and players from every MLB organization. Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/RPP_Baseball/ Call us at 201-308-3363 Email us at rpp@RocklandPeakPerformance.com Website ...

For the few of you who don't know Keith Davids, he is a PhD and Professor of Motor Learning at Sheffield Hallam University and one of the foremost experts on skill acquisition. This episode may go down as one of the most thorough examinations of skill acquisition and sport science that you'll find! Along the way, we touched on other topics, including open vs closed skill sports, classic vs modern conceptualizations of "practice", and much more! Enjoy. Sign up for our coaching mentorship group -- our next call is 3/29 at 12 pm EDT!https://coachlogik-mentorship.mn.coSubscribe to my Patreon to support the show!!!Philosophical Weightlifting | Creating Weightlifting podcasts and sharing knowledge.Follow me and get coaching:https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/Weightlifting House:https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ code PHILWL for 10% offOnyx:https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% offhttps://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/Earth Fed Muscle:https://www.earthfedmuscle.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% offCheck out the AI:https://weightlifting.ai/

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Alex is a phenomenal coach and a pioneer in this space, he's an advocate for progressing and evolving the current state of development and basketball coaching as well as the overall approach to things like: performance training, front office work, athletic training, etcThe traditional/dominant approach is outdated, and as Alex mentions in the episode - you wouldn't expect your doctor to be using methods/medicine from 2000 or early because that would be malpractice, why do we continue to accept this as the status quo and not demand for this field to be as updated and progressive as possible. The most recent and relevant research/information should be applied to coaching as much as possibleAlex and I talk about a bunch of great stuff in this episode and he's always a treat to talk to and have the pleasure of having on the podcast, please make sure to check out all his stuff linked below:Website - https://transformingbball.com/subscribe/Podcast - https://education.transformingbball.com/podcasts/the-transforming-basketball-podcastIG - https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/

In this episode, we speak with Dr Logan Markwell, human factors scientist and motor behaviour expert to discuss the Challenge Point Framework and why coaches and trainers should understand and apply this framework in the design and delivery of motor skills training. In this interview you will learn about nominal vs functional task difficulties, the role of variability and contextual interference in motor learning, how to appropriately balance performer capability with task difficulty, the difference between performance and learning and why coaches and trainers so often get this wrong, the importance of offline learning and instructor feedback, as well as several other nuggets of evidence-led training wisdom! An exciting bonus in this interview is that it rounds out with asking Dr Markwell questions about his motor learning ‘Myth Bust Monday' Instagram Posts. You will be fascinated to hear long-held motor learning myths ‘busted'! I hope you can hear some of those golden idols of traditionalist law enforcement training crashing to the ground! If you are not following Logan on Instagram you will want to be sure to do so! As a reminder, research related to the challenge point framework is appended to the show notes and free to download over at the Trainers Bullpen website at www.trainersbullpen.com

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Jack is a great human & basketball player, he and I talk about his journey from being under recruited, having his freshman year taken away by covid, winning a national championship the next year and then back to back conference championships along with all the struggles and hardship in between After SMCC Jack takes us through his experience at Franklin Pierce which a NCAA Division 2 school in NH in the NE10, he played there for one semester and shortly transferred to UNE (University of New England) to finish out the year and why that change was so important to him and why it was such a better fit Jack provides some great insight for any players listening and anyone in general!

Timestamp1:26 — Professional Background2:55 — Paper #1 Discussion - Neurofeedback Training21:31 — Paper #2 Discussion - Neural Efficiency27:44 — Pressure Training39:43 — Trends and Limitations of Neurofeedback43:42 — Paper #3 Discussion - Neurofeedback Training47:13 — Paper #4 Discussion - Cognitive Workload & Neural Efficiency49:25 — Recommendations For Coaches and Players51:26 — What's Something You've Changed Your Mind About Over Your Career?53:56 — Book Recommendations55:05 — Current ProjectsResourcesBook Recommendation #1: Harry PotterBook Recommendation #2: Human PerformanceBook Recommendation #3: The Diving Bell and the ButterflyBook Recommendation #4: Projections: A Story of Human EmotionsBook Recommendation #5: Breath: The New Science of a Lost ArtPaper #1: Effect of a single session of sensorimotor rhythm neurofeedback training on the putting performance of professional golfersPaper #2: The Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience of Superior Athletic PerformancePaper #3: The Effect of Left Temporal EEG Neurofeedback Training on Cerebral Cortical Activity and Precision Cognitive-Motor PerformancePaper #4: Effect of cognitive workload on momentum and neural efficiency in a golf putting taskAbout Kiersten JanjigianKiersten is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and professor of Sport Psychology at George Washington University. While she works with both high-performance clients and students, she is also completing her doctorate at the University of Maryland College Park pursuing a degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Cognitive Motor Neuroscience. Her research primarily focuses on the psychophysiological investigation of applied sport psychology, along with the study of diagnosis and treatment of sport-related concussion. She seeks to explore the neural correlates of mental imagery and other psychological skills training tools to implement in neurofeedback and hopes to create a unique neuroelectric assessment of stress en route to enhanced athletic performance.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit noahsachs.substack.com

In this episode, we are joined by Stuart Morgan. Stuart (@StuartMcoaching) is a golf instructor and a PhD candidate at the University of Limerick. Stuart was formerly the director of instruction at the International Junior Golf Academy. Stuart has worked with several top players, including a current Ryder Cupper.---Follow us: Twitter - @TournamentCode Instagram - @thetournamentcode YouTube - The Tournament Code Hosted by: Cooper Collins (@coopercollins99) and Daniel Hamrin (@DanielHamrin)---(02:41) - golf handicaps and progression(06:24) - working with Leadbetter and learning(07:17) - disillusionment in golf instruction(11:13) - the effectiveness of golf swings(14:39) - constraints of golf swing drills(16:08) - coaching cues and transferability(20:26) - comparing positions in golf(22:13) - the process of improvement in golf(28:57) - developing skills through constraints(29:24) - slow motion drills in learning(34:02) - neural adaptation in sports(41:47) - an adaptable system(42:25) - block first random practice(44:56) - scheduling of practice methods(49:01) - variability in practice and training(53:09) - golf practice and performance(57:49) - the week of a tournament(01:00:53) - development over time in golf

Exploring the science of learning mountain bike skills (and all motor skills), touching on neuroscience, answering why you technically know what to do, but then suddenly forget what to do on trails, why there are more effective mountain bike skills coaching methods than the currently popular ones and how you can learn ANY skill you want as an adult effectively and safely in a sustainable manner. Also, we talk about whether it's essential to have a coach by your side to learn effectively and how you can get the most out of group skill clinics. Access Roxy's proven, easy-to-follow home drills to level up your riding right in front of your doorstep: https://roxybike.podia.com/mountain-bike-online-coursesGet a FREE trackstand course here: https://roxybike.podia.com/trackstand-challenge-drill-to-skill-with-roxy?coupon=TRACKSTAND-14389 Video about the science of learning motor skills mentioned in this episode: https://youtu.be/k2Mv2PqYVEQ Follow my skills tutorials, videos on common errors (and how to correct them) and fun short videos on Instagram - and by doing so, you support my cause to contribute to making mountain biking safer for all of us: https://www.instagram.com/roxybike_coaching/ Here's my Podcastics website: https://www.podcastics.com/podcast/roxys-ride-inspire-rawcast-mountain-bike-mindset-podcast/ Did you know I earn €0 with this podcast?It actually costs me X€ every month, as I need to pay for hosting and spend a lot of time researching, recording, editing and publishing it.

This week I touch on what exactly skill is, and how it differs from things like technique, as well as what exactly constraints are and how we can use/apply themThere's an important distinction that I think needs to be more known and that's the difference between a games-approach and the constraints-led approach, while you'll see a lot of crossover between the two they are very different. There are plenty of coaches that create small-sided games and apply one constraint and then leave that and let them play for awhile, and that's where I believe the misunderstanding comes from - some people think that I throw the ball out and just let my players play 3v3 freely... that's not the case. I work hard to engineer practice sessions to development skillful basketball players, and that happens through creating unique and creative small-sided games with specific constraints applied in order to elicit the skills needed to be improved upon. Let me know what you guys think!!

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This EP features Professor Rebecca Lloyd, also the Director of Graduate Studies and researcher at the University of Ottawa. She developed the Function2Flow conceptual model and the methodology of Motion-Sensing Phenomenology, both pathways to research and teach toward the kinesthetic cultivation of flow that has been applied to a variety of contexts such as physical education, teacher education, dance, climbing, and hooping.  Her current InterActive for Life Project explores experiences of interactive flow in partnered practices—salsa dance, acroyoga, equestrian & martial arts—with the goal of mobilizing relational knowledge to physical educators.  Rebecca not only researches but also experiences the process of becoming InterActive for Life on the Latin dance floor where she is known to medal. Above all her accomplishments, she is also a single mother of two boys.  Please enjoy this episode!If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.MatrixFitness.comwww.VALD.com https://bstrong.training/ - Take advantage of 10% savings and use the coupon code LYMBstrong

Trevor does an amazing job breaking down, what can be pretty dense, science about learning. In the weeds, talking to the researchers about their work and applying it constantly to his own work and then creating content and making it super consumable for anyone listening Trevor and talk about a metaphor he coined "zoo tiger vs jungle tiger", what that means to him and how it applies to life and even sport. We talk a little about representation and why it's so important and even why we lack in that area sometimes, we talk about the mindset needed to truly grow and then we talk about the importance of feedback when teaching and/or coaching!Make sure to check out Trevor, you won't regret it:IG - https://www.instagram.com/learnerlab/Website - https://thelearnerlab.com/Podcast - https://thelearnerlab.com/podcast/

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Today's podcast features Irving “Boo” Schexnayder. Boo is regarded internationally as one of the leading authorities in training design. As co-founder of SAC, he brings 42 years of experience in the coaching and consulting fields to the organization. He is most noted for his 18-year term on the LSU Track and Field staff and has coached 18 Olympians and 7 Olympic/World Championship medalists. Boo has also been very active in the consulting field, working in NFL player development and combine prep and consulting for individuals, high school programs, collegiate programs, professional sports teams, and several foreign NGBs in the areas of training design, jump improvement, speed training, rehabilitations, and specialized programs. He is a routine podcast guest and a listener favorite on topics of athletic development. Boo has greatly influenced my view of training and human performance. He is one of my favorite guests and is an incredible teacher who has a skill for taking complicated ideas and putting them in perspective for coaches to use in a straightforward manner. On today's podcast, Boo and I talk about proprioception in light of complex training, problems with obsession with drills versus high-speed, whole athletic movement teaching, reflexive leg action in jumping and sprinting, pelvic and lumbar mechanics in running, Olympic lifting thoughts, and much more. Today's episode is brought to you by Lost Empire Herbs, TeamBuildr and the Plyomat. For 15% off your Lost Empire Herbs order, head to lostempireherbs.com/justfly. To try Pine Pollen for free (just pay for shipping), head to: justflypinepollen.com. The Plyomat is a functional, intuitive, and affordable contact mat for jump and plyometric training and testing.  Check out the Plyomat at www.plyomat.net TeamBuildr is an online software for coaches and trainers.  I've continued to hear great things about the Teambuildr platform, and whether you are looking for an in-house training portal or an online training hub, be sure to check out Teambuildr training software. For 15% off of Exogen Wearable resistance, follow this link to lilateam.com or use code: jfs2023 at checkout. View more podcast episodes at the podcast homepage. Timestamps and Main Points 2:41 – Where contrast works its way onto the track, and the nature of a “complicated” training stimulus 9:59 – The nature of proprioception as a key training variable 18:58 – Boo's take on the work of Giles Cometti and Jean Pierre Egger, and coaching creativity 23:35 – Boo's take on drills versus doing the entire skill 36:31 – What Boo considers to be the basics, or fundamentals that is taught, versus things that are up to the athlete 41:56 – Favorite setups in speed work, such as plyometric contrast 45:29 – Thoughts on reflexive action of the swing leg coming down towards the ground, versus forcing it down 54:55 – Pelvic mechanics, and the “center” of where speed is produced in athletics 1:02:07 – Heavy wave-loading and potentiation with Olympic lifts specifically 1:04:07 – Boo's take on Olympic weightlifting in light of track and field, as well as team sports Boo Schexnayder Quotes “A lot of these contrast methods, what they do is play proprioceptive games… and as a result of that you get a complicated training environment, and a certain sharpness, and adaptation comes as a result” “Variety in practice improves transfer to the test, yet variety in practice often decreases the level of practice performance, so what I'm saying is that mixing these things up is likely to make them struggle in the practice environment, but when you put them (out in competition) it all gels and they shine” “I don't think complexes are good or applicable at all times of the year; because sometimes they are at such a high level from a proprioceptive and complexity standpoint that they are out of reach at certain times of the year.