This episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast sees engaging in a fascinating conversation with Kurt Hester, Head of Sports Performance for Football at Tulane University. This episode delves deep into the ever-evolving world of athletic development, offering valuable takeaways for coaches.
Kurt emphasizes the importance of adaptation in training, steering away from rigid approaches and instead focusing on the individual needs of athletes. He challenges the prevalent obsession with strength numbers and highlights the significance of a more comprehensive athlete-centered approach to preparation.
Drawing from his expertise, Kurt shares his innovative incorporation of sports science, particularly the transformative impact of breathing techniques on performance. By embracing this aspect of training, he explains how it optimizes recovery, enhances focus, and prepares athletes for the rigors of their sport.
Throughout the episode, the discussion revolves around striking a balance between data-driven methodologies and intuitive coaching. Kurt advocates for coaches to spend time observing athletes in action, creating a meaningful correlation between data and on-field performance.
If you are a coach seeking new insights to elevate your athletes' performance or a sports enthusiast curious about the future of American football training, this episode is a must-listen.
Main talking points:
Sleep science; tracking sleep, its affect on athletic performance and Benefits & pitfalls of napping with Cheri Mah (Research Fellow at the University of California San Francisco)
Sport specific training; doesn't exist or exists perfectly (?) with Bob Alejo (Assistant Athletic Director / Director of S&C at North Carolina State University)
Developing a 'high-performance strategy' and what can we learn from business with Dr Craig Duncan (Head of Sports Science at Football Federation Australia)
How to make the boat go faster; working with GB rowing with Alex Wolf (Head of Strength and Conditioning at the English Institute of Sport)
Heart rate recovery testing, daily monitoring and where to give your attention as a coach with Darren Burgess (High Performance Manager at Port Adelaide FC)
The future of velocity based training and technology in the weight room with Chris Chapman ( Director of Sports Science at PUSH)
Conscious coaching, building athlete buy-in and being a self employed S&C coach with Brett Bartholomew (Strength and Conditioning Coach & Author)
Recovery methods, supplemtnation 101 and sleep science with Brandon Marcello (High Performance Strategist)
Shoulder health and quantifying strength & rate of force development at the shoulder with Ben Ashworth (First Team Physiotherapist at Arsenal FC)
Strength training for endurance athletes, tapering for events and enhancing running technique with Ian Pyper (Head of Physical Preparation at British Triathlon)
Programming for swimmers who perform different strokes and different distances with Keenan Robinson (Director of High Performance at USA Swimming)
Data visualisation, stats basics that all S&C coaches should know, and being critical with technolgy with Jordan Webb (Head of Sports Science and S&C Coach at University of Notre Dame)
Applied research and how those in pro sport can help guide the research cylce with Ben Jones (Research & Innovation Manager at the Rugby Football League)
Building robust netballers and the importance of working closely with the head coach with Bryn Abad (Strength & Power Coach at the Brisbane Lions)
Strength and rehabilitation; is there really any difference with Steve Tashjian (Director of High Performance at Columbus Crew)
Saying 'no' to back squats, hip thrusts and static stretching with Mike Boyle (Strength Coach, Author & Business Owner)
Coach health and prioritising learning to grow in the industry with Tim Pelot (Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach at the US Olympic Committee)
Assessing movement when time is of the essence and training 'freak' athletes with Luke Storey (Director of Performance at P3 Santa Barbara)
Force plate analysis; best software on the market and go-to metrics with Jason Lake (Senior Lecturer in Biomechanics at the University of Chichester)
Current issues facing coaches in strength and conditioning with Mark Watts & Aiden Oakley (5th Grade Teacher & Strength & Conditioning Coach at Aspire Academy)
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