

Episode 2: The origins of the constraints led approach
32 snips Apr 23, 2024
Exploring the origins and impact of constraints-led approach in sport coaching, journey into ecological psychology and constraint-led approach, significance of manipulating task constraints in team sports, and enhancing sports performance through collaborative coaching strategies.
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Ian's Introduction to Constraints
- Ian first encountered these ideas during a master's degree research project on leg spinners and occlusion studies.
- Exposure to ecological psychology and discussions with PhD students deepened his interest in the constraints-led approach.
Martin's Coaching Journey
- Martin came from a practical coaching background and was exposed to complexity sciences and constraints through academic collaborations.
- Interaction with academics and multi-sport environments inspired his shift to considering constraints in coaching.
Will's Networking Catalyst
- Will's entry into constraints came via practical coaching with rugby league and a Winston Churchill scholarship.
- He connected with Ian Renshaw and Keith Davids, which accelerated his theoretical and applied understanding.