The Shoulder Physio Podcast

#22 Thinking beyond sets and reps with John Kiely

Jan 24, 2023

John Kiely, eminent sport scientist and coach, challenges dogmatic training principles in sport science. They discuss periodisation theory, homeostasis, allostasis, predictive processing, sets and reps, and more. The podcast highlights the importance of individual context, belief, and non-physical factors in exercise prescription and pain management. They also explore stress management and adaptability in a clinical setting.

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Quick takeaways

Exercise prescription involves addressing beliefs and perceptions to optimize outcomes.

A holistic approach to training considers psychological factors alongside physical training.

Individual differences must be taken into account when designing exercise programs to improve client outcomes.

Deep dives

The Importance of Beliefs and Expectations in Exercise Prescription

Exercise prescription goes beyond sets and reps; it involves understanding and addressing an individual's beliefs and perceptions about the program. Studies show that expectations and self-efficacy play a significant role in shaping a person's response to exercise. Coaches and practitioners need to communicate effectively, build rapport, and instill confidence in their clients to optimize outcomes.

Introduction

3min

Introduction and Background

8min

Trends towards academia and critical thinking in Christian sport

2min

General Adaptation Syndrome and its Application in Sports

29min

Tailoring Training Programs for Aspiring NBA Players

4min

Moving Beyond Sets and Reps

17min

Adaptability, Performance, and Managing Resources in a Clinical Setting

2min

Books and TV Shows

4min

In this episode I speak with eminent sport scientist and coach, John Kiely. John is infamous for challenging dogmatic training principles in sport science, chiefly periodisation theory. Our conversation starts with periodisation theory and then goes to some interesting locations, stopping momentarily at homeostasis, allostasis, general adaptation syndrome (GAS), predictive processing, the biomedical model, sets and reps and much, much more. If you prescribe exercise in any way, shape or form, please listen to this episode with the venerable John Kiely.

Key papers:

Periodisation theory: Confronting an inconvenient truth

Periodisation paradigms in the 21st century: evidence-led or tradition-driven?

Uncertainty and stress: Why it causes diseases and how it is mastered by the brain

Psychological factors are associated with the outcome of physiotherapy for people with shoulder pain: a multicentre longitudinal cohort study

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John on twitter: @simplysportssci

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