Coach Your Brains Out THE LANGUAGE OF COACHING with Dr. Nick Winkelman - Part 3
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Jun 10, 2021 Dr. Nick Winkelman, Head of Athletic Performance and Science for the Irish Rugby Football Union, discusses the art of coaching language. He evaluates the effectiveness of communicating with athletes, emphasizing the importance of using praise wisely to create a positive atmosphere. Winkelman dives into common mistakes coaches make with language and highlights the impact of choosing external cues over internal ones. He passionately inspires coaches to develop a rich vocabulary, leveraging analogies to enhance understanding and performance.
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Coaching the Person
- Focus on coaching the person, not just the program.
- Pay attention to the athlete's movement and how your words impact it.
One Cue at a Time
- Build movement one cue at a time, like giving one address to a GPS.
- Use trial and error; reiterate, refine, or retire cues/constraints based on their effect.
Effective Praise
- Praise can be toxic if it's inaccurate or overused, creating internal conflict for athletes.
- Focus on praising the process and effort, rather than just the outcome.
