Supporting Champions 154: Troy Taylor on the state of strength training and what it tells us about our habits
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Nov 20, 2024 Troy Taylor, Senior Director of Performance Innovation at Tonal and former High-Performance Director for U.S. Ski & Snowboard, shares his expertise in strength training and sports technology. He discusses the importance of adapting coaching strategies and fostering collaboration among athletes. Troy highlights the revolutionary Tonal system, emphasizing data-driven insights for personalized training. He also explores the analytics of resistance training and the potential gains for different demographics, particularly older adults, showcasing how technology is reshaping athletic performance.
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T-Shaped Expertise
- Develop deep expertise in your primary field to contribute meaningfully.
- Cultivate broad knowledge in related areas to facilitate effective collaboration.
Leadership Transition
- Transitioning to leadership requires strong relationships with head coaches.
- Effective leaders act as the eyes, ears, and thought partners of their coaches.
Diverse Sports, Unified Team
- US Ski & Snowboard encompasses diverse sports with different cultures and training approaches, from traditional alpine skiing to newer freeskiing and snowboarding.
- These sports rarely interact, creating a challenge in fostering a unified team identity.