Ep. 41 | Trillium Rose on Biomechanics and Skill Acquisition, Finding the Best Methods in Coaching, Why Aesthetics Are Rarely Important, and Internal vs External Coaching
Aug 11, 2021
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Trillium Rose, Director of Instruction at Woodmont Country Club, discusses biomechanics, skill acquisition, finding the best coaching methods, aesthetics in performance, and internal vs external coaching in golf. Topics include speaking the right language to students, balancing technical knowledge with practical application, and optimizing coaching strategies based on individual players in a results-oriented sport.
Using external and internal cues in golf instruction caters to different skill levels, balancing novice details and expert attention.
Tailoring instruction to individual abilities and challenges enhances learning and performance outcomes in sports like golf.
Balancing external and internal cues based on skill levels and needs is crucial for effective skill acquisition and performance improvements in golf coaching.
Deep dives
Importance of External vs. Internal Cues in Golf Instruction
Using external and internal cues in golf instruction can cater to the needs of both beginners and experts. Novices benefit from internal cues that focus on movement details, while experts excel with external cues directing attention outside their bodies.
Tailoring Instruction to Individuals and Adaptive Learning
Individual athletes, like your children, showcase varying levels of natural aptitude and athleticism in sports. Tailoring instruction to each person's unique abilities and challenges, finding their challenge points, can enhance learning and performance outcomes.
Balancing External and Internal Cues for Optimal Learning
Balancing the use of external and internal cues based on individual needs and skill levels is crucial in effective golf instruction. Understanding when to apply each type of cue can lead to enhanced skill acquisition and performance improvements across different levels of expertise.
Balancing Learning Difficulty in Golf Practice
Finding the right level of challenge in golf practice is crucial, balancing between learning opportunities and avoiding frustration. While some argue for changing targets frequently to introduce new movements, others advocate for repetitive practice to build foundational skills. For beginners, gradually increasing the challenge level can lead to incremental successes and motivation. This slow approach can be effective in maintaining interest and progress, especially for individuals starting from scratch.
Internal vs. External Focus in Skill Development
Exploring the concept of internal and external focus in skill acquisition, the podcast touches upon the effectiveness of different coaching approaches. The discussion delves into the impact of focusing on specific body movements versus external targets on skill improvement. Highlighting research studies on chipping techniques and basketball movements, the podcast emphasizes the importance of balancing internal and external cues based on the individual's learning stage and skill level. Moreover, the conversation reveals the significance of transitioning from conscious to automatic processing in skill execution, considering the cognitive and neural aspects of learning.
Trillium Rose (@trillium_rose) joins us on this episode.
Trillium is the Director of Instruction at Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, MD. She is featured in the 50 Best Teachers in America by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers in America.
In this episode, we discuss biomechanics and skill acquisition, speaking the right language to the student, finding the best methods in coaching, aesthetics in performance, internal vs external coaching, and more.