Coach Your Brains Out NO ZOMBIES with Rett Larson (2 of 2)
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Oct 17, 2024 Rett Larson, a strength coach for professional and Olympic volleyball teams, discusses innovative training approaches for athletes. He emphasizes personalized training interventions for injury prevention, targeting vulnerable areas like shoulders and knees. Rett advocates for using aqua bags and wearable resistance for performance enhancement, moving away from traditional heavy lifting. He also compares training methods for beach and indoor volleyball, and shares insights on effective coaching qualities across cultures, stressing the importance of communication and relationship building.
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Customize Injury Prevention
- Tailor injury prevention exercises to individual athletes by testing different approaches.
- Use collaborating feedback to find what works best for shoulders and knees specifically.
Individualize Strength Programs
- Collaborate with athletes daily to adjust strength training based on their feedback and pain levels.
- Individualize programs progressively as the season advances for best performance and injury management.
Empower Athlete Feedback
- Empower athletes to communicate what exercises make them feel ready and adjust training accordingly.
- Train strength and plyometrics concurrently to cater to different body types and needs.
