Coach Your Brains Out
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!
Latest episodes
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Nov 7, 2024 • 33min
RETHINKING YOUTH VOLLEYBALL ROUNDTABLE (1 of 3)
Jesse Pina, founder of a volleyball club for at-risk youth, offers invaluable insights on youth sports development. He discusses the journey of coaches who empower young athletes by focusing on character and inclusivity. The conversation highlights the need to prioritize personal growth over profits and competition. Pina shares innovative coaching methods, such as encouraging multi-sport participation and engaging formats like 'smash ball'. Ultimately, he illustrates how mentorship and a supportive environment can transform youth volleyball into a vehicle for life lessons.
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Oct 31, 2024 • 34min
APPLYING THE CLA - Motor Learning for Coaches (2 of 2)
Explore innovative motor learning techniques in volleyball coaching, focusing on the balance between biomechanics and athlete performance. Discover how traditional methods of arm positioning are being challenged, with unique training practices like using chalk marks for feedback during jumps. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of athlete autonomy and effective communication in training adaptations. Learn about the Constraints-Led Approach, debunking myths while fostering relationships that enhance both performance and rehabilitation.
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Oct 24, 2024 • 38min
APPLYING THE CLA - Motor Learning for Coaches (1 of 2)
Andy Bass, a mental skills coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates, shares his insights on the psychological aspects of sports. He discusses overcoming adversity, emphasizing resilience and adaptability amidst challenges. Bass explores the constraints-led approach in motor learning, advocating for flexible training that fosters exploration. He also highlights the significance of character over fleeting confidence in athletes' development. Finally, he delves into strategies for utilizing failure as a learning opportunity, promoting a growth mindset through effective feedback.
Oct 17, 2024 • 35min
NO ZOMBIES with Rett Larson (2 of 2)
Rett's Videos Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
Oct 10, 2024 • 32min
NO ZOMBIES with Rett Larson (1 of 2)
Rett's Videos Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
Oct 3, 2024 • 25min
REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Angie Akers and Brooke Niles (2 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
Sep 26, 2024 • 33min
REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Angie Akers and Brooke Niles (1 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
Sep 19, 2024 • 32min
CLUB VOLLEYBALL with Michael Boehle (2 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 33min
BUILDING A DYNASTY with Michael Boehle (1 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
Sep 5, 2024 • 40min
BIOMECHANICS and THE MENTAL GAME with Martin Plessl (2 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.
