Rett Larson

In this conversation with Rett Larson, the strength coach for the German women's volleyball team, he shares his exciting transition from coaching diving to volleyball. Rett's 'no zombies' philosophy champions dynamic training, blending fun with serious preparation. He discusses innovative warm-up techniques that engage athletes while enhancing performance. The chat also touches on microdosing strength training to prevent injuries and boost technique without lengthy sessions, creating a vibrant and effective coaching environment.

Join Rett Larson, strength coach for the German women's volleyball team and creator of the No Zombies training philosophy, as he redefines warm-ups! Dive into his energetic and engaging approach that promises to elevate athlete performance. Rett discusses why traditional warm-ups need a makeover, showcasing his unique techniques that blend creativity and sport-specific drills. He shares how using playful tools like tennis balls and Nerf footballs can enhance training, making it not just safer, but also fun and performance-enhancing!

Rett Larson, a strength coach for professional and Olympic volleyball teams, discusses innovative training approaches for athletes. He emphasizes personalized training interventions for injury prevention, targeting vulnerable areas like shoulders and knees. Rett advocates for using aqua bags and wearable resistance for performance enhancement, moving away from traditional heavy lifting. He also compares training methods for beach and indoor volleyball, and shares insights on effective coaching qualities across cultures, stressing the importance of communication and relationship building.

Rett Larson, strength coach for the German womens national volleyball team, shares his unique approach to warm ups, skill acquisition, and vertical jump training. Topics include play-based training, designing effective warm-up sessions, the benefits and challenges of differential learning, balancing general and specific warm-ups, prioritizing knee health, and the importance of athlete satisfaction and validation of training methods.

Rett Larson, a physical preparation coach, discusses the integration of various aspects of sports performance in the warm-up process. Topics include coaching styles across different countries, the importance of data and focusing on the best players, finding intrinsic value in exercises, leveling up in real life, the evolution of warm-up exercises, and incorporating strength exercises into warm-ups.