I just revisited the Talent Code by Dan Coyle the other day. Should be a required read for all coaches. I read it about 2 years ago when it was new and also saw Dan speak at the US Olympic Training Center at a conference in Colorado Springs last year. Still, reviewing it again had [...]
To learn as a coach and continuing to grow we need to explore the ideas of others and listen to different perspectives. This Zen story illustrates an important concept for any coach who strives to continue their growth. This is the story of a Buddhist scholar from the West and a Zen Master. The scholar had [...]
“We cannot see our reflection in running water. It is only in still water that we can see” ~ Zen saying I like this saying because I need to remember it often. I think many other coaches suffer from this as well. We are always about go, go , go! While I like [...]
Talk to a bunch of coaches, go online, or to a conference and you will get passionate arguments about the right way to train an athlete. Each coach can give examples that fit their point of view. In many ways though, it’s a lot like this Indian fable… One day, three blind men happened to [...]
As a performance coach today you may be asked to help in the areas of strength training, rehab, conditioning, core training, tissue quality, biomechanics, and more. There is lots to know. Face it now; you’ll never be an expert in all of them. I often see young coaches doing this and they get caught when [...]
