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Evolution of Coaching Philosophy in Canoe Slalom Paddling
The chapter explores the speaker's evolution from focusing on aesthetics and technique to adopting a holistic coaching approach in canoe slalom paddling. It discusses their unique coaching style developed through personal experiences and observations, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection, individuality, and creativity in sports development. The speaker reflects on challenges faced within systemic constraints in the sports industry and the shift towards embracing vulnerability, experimentation, and authentic interactions with athletes at the Olympic level.