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The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast
#49 - Pitching and Punching - Pittsburg Pirate Coach John Baker on an eco approach to Baseball, BJJ & MMA skill development.
May 30, 2024
Former MLB player and Pittsburgh Pirates coach John Baker discusses the ecological approach to coaching in baseball, MMA, and jiu-jitsu. Topics include skill acquisition, mindfulness in training, individual adaptation in fighting, and the evolution of techniques. The conversation explores the importance of creating a conducive learning environment for skill development and the differences between ecological and information processing approaches in sports.
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- Safety-driven techniques in baseball evolve organically for efficiency and injury prevention.
- Encouraging organic growth in baseball technique leads to adaptive and efficient movement patterns.
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The Importance of Developing Efficient Technique in Baseball
Developing brakes in swinging a baseball bat to safely disperse energy after the swing illustrates the body's prioritization of safety to avoid injury. This emphasis on safety influences the attractor landscape and leads to more efficient methods organically appearing.
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