Coach Your Brains Out
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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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May 16, 2024 • 38min
REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Joe Trinsey and Jamie Morrison (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.
May 9, 2024 • 33min
JOHN MAYER IS COACHING HIS BRAINS OUT - Sandcast Interview (2 of 2)
Watch video of the episode HERE.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.
May 2, 2024 • 38min
JOHN MAYER IS COACHING HIS BRAINS OUT - Sandcast Interview (1 of 2)
Watch video of the episode HERE.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.
Apr 25, 2024 • 34min
WHAT IS TAU? Motor Learning for Coaches
Discover the fascinating concept of tau and its impact on visual perception in sports. Learn how this theory aids in timing and movement coordination, particularly in volleyball. Dive into the influence of ball spin on player reactions and why incorporating spin drills is vital. Explore creative training methods, like using balloons to simplify tasks for young athletes. Finally, understand the challenges of teaching these complex concepts to players and the benefits of enhancing their anticipatory skills in competitive situations.
Apr 18, 2024 • 27min
REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Tom Black and Jason Watson (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.
Apr 11, 2024 • 41min
REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Tom Black and Jason Watson (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.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 47min
POSITIVE THINKING - Mental Performance for Coaches
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.
Mar 28, 2024 • 38min
DIFFERENTIAL LEARNING with Dr. Steve Bain (2 of 2)
Dr. Steve Bain, a specialist in differential learning and its impact on sports, discusses innovative training methods for volleyball. He highlights how variability in practice enhances skill adaptation and athlete performance. Bain emphasizes the importance of tailoring coaching strategies to individual player needs and fostering trust for better team dynamics. He also addresses the challenges coaches face when introducing new skills and measuring player progress, underscoring the need for emotional stability in training environments.
Mar 21, 2024 • 36min
DELIBERATE PRACTICE with Dr. Steve Bain (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.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 30min
RETHINKING BIOMECHANICS - Motor Learning for Coaches
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.
