In this episode of the Sprint Base Football Podcast presented by Titans Sensors, host Tony Holler speaks with Pedro Arruza, head coach at Randolph-Macon College, about adopting sprint-based football principles. Arruza discusses how the pandemic led to a shift toward low-volume, high-impact practices that prioritize player health and performance. They explore the challenges of changing traditional coaching mindsets, the importance of injury prevention, and strategies for building a positive team culture that attracts recruits. Arruza highlights the need for player responsibility and a fun, competitive training environment. The conversation also covers mental and physical health, effective communication, innovative practice methods, sprint training, recovery, and the role of sleep and mental health in performance.

Chapters:

Introduction to Sprint Based Football at Randolph-Macon College
Evolution of Coaching Philosophy and Practices
Adapting to Change: The Impact of the Pandemic
Revolutionizing Practice: Low Volume, High Impact
Injury Prevention and Health Management
Recruitment Strategies and Team Culture
The Importance of Mindset and Player Responsibility
Building a Competitive Edge in College Football
The Importance of Mental and Physical Health in Sports
Building Trust and Communication with Players
Adapting Training Based on Player Feedback
Rethinking Practice: Quality Over Quantity
Innovative Training Methods: Less Tackling, More Speed
The Science of Sprinting and Recovery
Tailoring Training to Individual Needs
The Counterintuitive Approach to Conditioning
Organizing Effective Practices for Game Readiness
The Role of Sleep and Mental Health in Performance

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