When Coaching Gets in the Way

About this episode

The episode discusses the negative impact of over-coaching on athletic performance and the importance of balancing guidance with freedom.

In this episode, the SOS team dive into the dynamics of coaching, focusing on the prevalent issue of over-coaching. They examine how excessive guidance can stifle athletic performance, drawing parallels to educational methods that emphasize manageable information delivery. By advocating for a balance between structure and freedom, coaches and athletes can reinforce the importance of establishing clear standards and fostering an environment that encourages learning from mistakes. --------------------------------- Website: LCC Athletics Related Podcast: Coach Cut’s Corner

Topics covered

• coaching
• over-coaching
• athletic performance
• education
• learning from mistakes
• structure and freedom

Keywords

• coaching
• over-coaching
• athletic performance
• education
• learning
• structure
• freedom

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: LCC Connect, LCC Athletics

Books & works: When Coaching Gets in the Way

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