The Ready State Podcast

Rett Larson: Why Gamification and Novelty in Warm-Ups is a Game-Changer

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Apr 3, 2025
Rett Larson, Vice President of Just Play and an elite sports performance coach, shares innovative warm-up strategies that use gamification to enhance team performance. He highlights the importance of playful engagement, like dance and movement puzzles, to boost morale and communication. Larson recounts how a viral dance warm-up at the 2019 World Championships shifted perspectives on athletic routines. He emphasizes adapting training methods to meet athlete needs, proving that fun and creativity can transform sports dynamics.
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ADVICE

Adaptable Warm-ups

  • Make warm-ups adaptable to address team needs, like injury prevention or speed.
  • Incorporate play and novelty to keep athletes engaged and stimulated.
INSIGHT

Psychological Impact of Warm-ups

  • A dynamic, fun warm-up can positively impact the team's psychology and competition.
  • It sets a different stage compared to traditional, repetitive warm-ups.
ANECDOTE

Frisbee Warm-up

  • Rhett Larson uses frisbees in pre-competition warm-ups to add an element of fun.
  • This lighthearted approach contrasts with opponents' serious warm-up routines.
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