

Coach Your Brains Out
CYBO and Gold Medal Squared
Coach Your Brains Out is founded by professional beach volleyball players and college coaches John Mayer and Billy Allen. The primary goal is practical, useful education that will help you become a better coach. Our podcasts are released every Thursday, so set your notifications accordingly!
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Jul 15, 2021 • 32min
CULTURE with Lucas Jadin and Steve Jones
-Building culture-People + Culture + Preparation + Execution-Addressing tough issues-Cows vs BuffaloThe Twin Thieves - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736966200Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

Jul 8, 2021 • 35min
REFRAMING THE WEIGHT ROOM with Shawn Myszka and Tyler Yearby
-Balancing strength and conditioning and practice-Important measurements for volleyball athletes-Working with groupshttps://emergentmvmt.com/Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

Jul 1, 2021 • 41min
SPORT MOVEMENT with Shawn Myszka and Tyler Yearby
-Ecological Dynamics in sports training-Shaping the learning/training environment-Co-Design and a learner-centered approach-Warmups for volleyballhttps://emergentmvmt.com/Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

Jun 24, 2021 • 41min
CULTURE with Greg Vernovage
-Team-centered culture-High standards-Coach/Player relationships-Motivating athletes Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

Jun 17, 2021 • 33min
LEADERSHIP THROUGH ADVERSITY with Greg Vernovage
-Facing adversity on Mount Everest-Physical and mental preparation-Pushing yourself vs staying healthy-Lessons learned on Everest Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

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Jun 10, 2021 • 25min
THE LANGUAGE OF COACHING with Dr. Nick Winkelman - Part 3
Dr. Nick Winkelman, Head of Athletic Performance and Science for the Irish Rugby Football Union, discusses the art of coaching language. He evaluates the effectiveness of communicating with athletes, emphasizing the importance of using praise wisely to create a positive atmosphere. Winkelman dives into common mistakes coaches make with language and highlights the impact of choosing external cues over internal ones. He passionately inspires coaches to develop a rich vocabulary, leveraging analogies to enhance understanding and performance.

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Jun 3, 2021 • 31min
THE LANGUAGE OF COACHING with Dr. Nick Winkelman - Part 2
Dr. Nick Winkelman, the Head of Athletic Performance for the Irish Rugby Football Union and author of The Language of Coaching, shares insights on effective coaching. He discusses how analogies and sensory experiences enhance athlete understanding. The conversation highlights experiential learning, emphasizing adaptability in coaching methods to prevent injury and foster success. Winkelman also dives into strategies for engaging large groups, focusing on clear communication and individualized techniques to optimize performance for each athlete.

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May 27, 2021 • 26min
THE LANGUAGE OF COACHING with Dr. Nick Winkelman - Part 1
Dr. Nick Winkelman, Head of Athletic Performance for the Irish Rugby Football Union and author of 'The Language of Coaching,' dives into the power of language in coaching. He discusses how effective communication can elevate athlete performance and engagement. The conversation highlights the significance of different feedback types like Knowledge of Results and Knowledge of Performance. Winkelman also emphasizes the importance of empowering athletes through self-selected feedback and creating environments that foster independent learning.

May 20, 2021 • 45min
College Beach Season Debrief
-Coaching changes they implemented-Biggest struggles-Tournament preparation-Start Stop ContinueGet CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

May 13, 2021 • 32min
RETHINKING VOLLEYBALL with Chad Gordon - Part 2
-Universal language for stats-Stats in-game-Predicting the future of stats-Are serving and passing really the most important skills? Volley Dork - https://volleydork.blog/Danny Kinda and Team USA -