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The Perception & Action Podcast

528 – Assessing Progress in the Ecological Approach: The Method of Progessive Constraints

Feb 25, 2025
Discover innovative ways to assess athletic progress through the ecological approach. Explore the Method of Progressive Constraints, designed to effectively evaluate performance and enhance skill acquisition. Learn how this method can revolutionize training by providing clear insights into an athlete's development. Get ready to rethink how you measure success in sports!
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  • The Method of Progressive Constraints allows coaches to tailor practice sessions by assessing athletes' performance through gradually increasing difficulty levels.
  • Customizing constraints based on individual weaknesses is vital for enhancing performance, enabling targeted skill development in specific athletic areas.

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Assessing Athlete Progress through Progressive Constraints

A method called progressive constraints is essential for evaluating an athlete's improvement within an ecological coaching framework. This method involves identifying and ordering various constraints in terms of difficulty, allowing coaches to tailor practice sessions effectively. For instance, in basketball, challenges can range from shooting an uncontested three-point shot to attempting the same shot under defensive pressure. By establishing a series of tasks, coaches can assess the highest level of skill an athlete can consistently achieve, typically using the 70% rule as a benchmark for success.

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