Coach Your Brains Out INTERNAL CUEING - Motor Learning for Coaches
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Apr 6, 2023 This discussion features Andy Bass, a baseball coach recognized for his insights on motor learning, and Casey Kreider, a volleyball coach with expertise in practical coaching applications. They delve into the nuances of internal cueing and its role in motor learning, emphasizing the importance of shifting focus from internal to external cues. The conversation highlights the effectiveness of randomized practice conditions and balancing focus to optimize athletic performance. Both coaches share valuable techniques for fostering instinctive actions and improving execution.
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Holistic Focus of Attention
- Focus of attention isn't binary (internal vs. external).
- A "holistic focus," combining feel and external cues, can be beneficial.
Eliciting Holistic Cues
- Ask athletes what they feel during successful reps, not just what they do.
- Use their responses to craft cues that resonate with their kinesthetic experience.
Shifting Focus & Variable Practice
- Shifting from internal to external focus right before execution can match pure external focus benefits.
- Variable practice naturally promotes external focus, aligning with its advantages.