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Training Ground Guru Podcast

Jes Buster Madsen: Neuroscience and developing decision making

Oct 28, 2023
Jes Buster Madsen, Head of Research and Development for FC Copenhagen in Denmark, discusses the role of cognitive neuroscience in football. Topics include the importance of ecological psychology, visual cues, working memory, game intelligence, simplicity in neuroscience, and the neuroplasticity of the brain.
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Quick takeaways

  • Cognitive neuroscience can be integrated into football training to improve players' decision-making abilities through cognitive profiling and specialized exercises.
  • Understanding players' cognitive abilities through cognitive profiling allows for tailored training and development to enhance specific skills required for different positions in football.

Deep dives

The Untapped Potential of Cognitive Neuroscience in Football

The podcast episode explores the field of cognitive neuroscience in relation to football. It highlights the lack of research and understanding of the brain processes underlying the sport, focusing on perception, game intelligence, and decision-making. Jez Bus de Madsen, the head of research and development at FC Copenhagen, shares his journey in bringing cognitive neuroscience into football. By utilizing cognitive profiling and VR cognitive testing, the club aims to improve players' cognitive abilities, including working memory, pattern recognition, attention, and scanning. The integration of neuroscience with training methodologies allows for more specific and effective development of players, as it aligns with the principle of training how you play. The episode emphasizes the long-term approach, collaboration between coaches and cognitive neuroscientists, and the potential for clubs to make significant and affordable gains in this area.

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