TrainingPeaks CoachCast

Season 6 Ep 1 — How Sociology of Sport Impacts Coaching With Brian Gearity

Jan 17, 2024

Expert in sports sociology and coaching, Dr. Brian Gearity, discusses the impact of sociology on coaching decision-making and athlete-coach relationships. They explore the distinctions between sports psychology and the sociology of sport, emphasizing the importance of human connection in endurance sports and concerns about AI. The chapter also examines bias, social framing, and the three C's - construct, critique, create. Finally, they discuss different types of coaches in the Masters of Art, Sport Coaching Program and the online format of the program.

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Brian Gearity

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Quick takeaways

Coaches should critically evaluate their knowledge and socialization, considering the impact of culture and society on coaching.

Sociology is essential in coaching education, fostering deep learning and critical thinking.

Emotional intelligence and building positive relationships are crucial for coaching success.

Deep dives

The importance of knowledge and socialization in coaching

Coaching is influenced by knowledge and socialization. Coaches develop their understanding and coaching methods through various means like training as athletes, watching sports on TV, or reading articles. AI and social media provide access to a wealth of knowledge, but lack quality control and can lead to information overload. Dr. Brian Garrity highlights the need for coaches to critically evaluate and reflect on their knowledge and socialization, as well as the impact of culture and society on coaching.

Introduction

2min

The Importance of Sociology in Coaching

7min

Differences Between Sports Psychology and the Sociology of Sport

18min

The Importance of Human Connection in Endurance Sports

22min

Examining Bias, Social Framing, and the Three C's - Construct, Critique, Create

2min

Types of Coaches in the Masters of Art, Sport Coaching Program

2min

Online Format and Program Requirements

6min

Exploring Social Media, Back Squatting, and Training Approaches in Sports

3min

In this episode, Dr. Brian Gearity, professor and director of the Master of Arts Sport Coaching program at the University of Denver, talks with Dirk Friel about the intersection of sociology and coaching.

Dr. Gearity, with his extensive experience in sports sociology, coaching and exercise science, provides valuable insights into the complexities of coaching that come from social constructs. The thought-provoking discussion also delves into the difference between sports psychology and sports sociology. After listening to the episode, coaches and athletes will better understand how coaches are shaped by various social factors, from historical contexts to cultural influences.

From the significance of inclusivity in sports to the nuanced societal dynamics that influence team cohesion and performance, Dirk and Dr. Gearity talk through some contemporary challenges that coaches face today. The discussion is a reminder to coaches and athletes that excellence in coaching transcends physical training.

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TrainingPeaks CoachCast

Season 6 Ep 1 — How Sociology of Sport Impacts Coaching With Brian Gearity

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The importance of knowledge and socialization in coaching

The role of sociology in coaching

The impact of emotions and relationships in coaching

The influence of social media and AI on coaching

The MA in Sport Coaching at the University of Denver

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts