Athletic Development – Defining the Field
Some Tips to Optimize the Training Session
Have clearly defined goals and outcomes/expectations for the session. They should be specific, observable and measurable. Make sure the session is aligned with the theme of the larger training block. ...
We Have It Backwards
Today we spend an inordinate amount of time and effort preparing the path for the athlete. We make sure that everything is controlled. We make the path smooth and straight when in reality the path is ...
Just Doing It Is Not Enough
Just doing it may work for Nike selling shoes but in no way does it represent what needs to be done to grow and develop an athlete. Unfortunately, today I see too many young athletes just doing it wit...
What is your filter?
I am currently reading Zucked – Waking Up to the Facebook Catastrophe by Roger McNamee, it is very revealing and disturbing. Naturally it got me thinking about my own filter. How do I sort through the...
Planning/Periodization – Several Random Thoughts
Recognize that periodization is concept not a model. Why do we still teach antiquated models in our coaching education programs? They don’t work as advertised and never did. In addition the Eastern Eu...
How much is enough?
Straight forward question with complex implications for the development of an athlete. It requires a shift in thinking away from quantity to quality. It is not how much but how well the work is execut...
GAIN 2019 Information & FAQ’s
What is GAIN? This is a community of professional’s eager to learn and willing to share ideas and information. GAIN is not about more exercises, sets, reps and training methods it is about passionate ...
The Passion Paradox (A wake up guide to using your passion)
I know Steve Magness and Brad Stulberg; they are two passionate people, so it seems appropriate that their new book is about the paradoxical nature of passion. I knew they were working on a new book b...
Free the Kids – Let Them Play
I do not know Nick Willis, but he is a current athlete that I hold in high regard both for his accomplishments on the track, longevity and willingness to share his thoughts/lessons learned throughout ...