Coach Your Brains Out

-Stuart's coaching path-Ecological Dynamics approach to coaching-Practice Design-Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

-Dark Blood release! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QL6WNFK -Our intros to Motor Learning-Blocked AND Random training-Optimal Performance Theory-What is this crazy thing called Ecological Dynamics we keep hearing about? -Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

-Holistic focus feedback-Sports psychology lessons-Training the mental game-Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

-What is a holistic focus?-Internal focus vs. external focus-When a holistic focus is beneficial-Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

-Playing time and role clarity-Lessons for a first-year coach-Growing a program and staff-Keeping things fresh-Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

-Visualization and deep breathing-Positive self-talk-Mental training in practicehttps://www.neuro-fuel.com/ Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout 

-Integrating workouts in practice-The importance of transfer in strength training-Aqua BagsGet CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout

In this engaging discussion, Bart Hanegraaff, an athletic performance and hitting coach for the Netherlands, delves into the intriguing world of implicit and explicit learning in sports. He shares his journey from traditional coaching methods to an ecological approach, highlighting how this shift has transformed player development. The conversation explores the necessity of balancing subconscious and conscious learning, the importance of external focus in enhancing performance, and the vital role of motivation in coaching, particularly for baseball pitchers.

Dr. Jared Porter, a motor learning professor at the University of Tennessee, reveals fascinating insights on practice design and skill acquisition. He emphasizes the importance of unpredictable training sessions to enhance athletes' competition readiness. The discussion explores the crucial role of concise feedback in coaching, promoting athlete autonomy. Porter also tackles common misconceptions about practice, advocating for quality over quantity in skill development. Plus, he delves into the psychological challenges athletes face during transitions, highlighting the necessity of honest feedback.

-How he got into studying motor learning-The current state of virtual reality. -Using virtual reality in training.-Practice Planning from warmups to "tutors."Get CYBO the book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098630904Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/coachyourbrainsout