Coaching Matters, my round up of articles & videos is proving more & more popular so I thought I would provide an RSS feed of the sites I visit most regularly for those who would like the most up to date posts as they happen.
The articles update on an hourly basis so bookmark the page & keep coming back. If I am missing any good blogs drop me an email or let me know on Twitter @SiNainby. Enjoy!
- 3 Ways To Avoid Muscle Cramps
Do dehydration and a lack of electrolytes cause cramps? Probably not. Muscle cramps are more likely caused by neuromuscular fatigue. With this in mind, we can take steps to avoid cramping by stopping fatigue from occurring. Author information Craig Pickering Sports Scientist at… ... read more4 days ago - Pacey Performance Podcast #149 – Phil Graham-Smith
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, I have the pleasure in speaking to Head of Biomechanics at Aspire Academy, Phil Graham-Smith. Phil has held some fantastic positions in his career from biomechanics consultant at UK Athletics with the jump squads to Head of Directorate at University of Salford.… ... read more4 days ago - Cross the paint mentality…
Cross the paint mentality…“This is where high level of performance becomes the ‘norm’… Every time you cross the paint… attention to detail is the same whether on the training field or in front of 85,000 people.” Sedbergh School Summer Courses Rugby CampHaving just recently been a member of the rugby… ... read more4 days ago - 5000+ miles in the search for new coaching knowledge – a conversation with Nick Hill
Nick Hill is probably one of the most committed coaches to his personal development that I have ever met. His quest for continuous improvement has taken him to all corners of the globe from Australia, to New Zealand to Chile and the US. If coaching expertise was measured in air miles then… ... read more4 days ago - How to fix the 7 Most Common Load Management Mistakes in Sport
To optimize performance, we must design programs that not only allow athletes to train at high training loads but also implement workload optimization strategies to reduce the negative effects of intensive training–illnesses and injuries. Finding and maintaining the delicate balance between training and competition loads as well as recovery and… ... read more5 days ago - Professional Tension In the Performance Program – And What to Do About it
Management of training and training loads is a relatively new concept in sport, and has given rise to new kinds of experts. Most notably sports scientists, physical performance coaches, and sports physiotherapists. Despite the obvious benefits these skill sets can bring to a program, the interplay between experts can at… ... read more5 days ago - The World Championships surprisesWhile recovering from the accumulated lack of sleep caused by watching the World Championships Athletics the last 10 days I observed a few interesting things. I guess everybody noticed the many surprises, positive and negative: Mo Farah and Usain Bolt lost where they looked undefeatable so many times before. The… ... read more5 days ago
- Cluster Training: How to Navigate Through the New ScienceThe truth of cluster sets is that they require more work, literally, in training and planning than conventional straight sets. Coach Carl Valle explains why they’re still worth implementing into your training program, especially for their long-term outlook. Author information Carl Valle Track… ... read more5 days ago
- Performance Concepts Chat – Episode 021 – Carl Valle: The Role of the Consultant in High Performance Sport
In our 21st episode, we explore the role of the consultant in the realm of high performance sport with Carl Valle. Professional teams, high profile colleges and national sport organizations all have the ability to expand their knowledge base by bringing in experts to supplement and complement their internal team… ... read more6 days ago - Coaches Education Gone Wrong: The Cycle of Credential Inflation
I’m not certified in anything. Not USATF, USATFCCA, NSCA, or any other acronym that means something to a select few people ingrained in their small enclave of workers. Wait, I take that back, I am... [ To read more, please click the title link above.] ... read more6 days ago
