064: What Words to Use When Coaching

About this episode

This episode discusses effective coaching cues that enhance athlete performance across various skill levels.

In this episode of the Athletic Potential Podcast, we break down the coaching cues that actually help athletes perform better in sport. From youth athletes learning movement patterns to advanced athletes trying to maximize performance, we discuss how the right cue at the right time can improve coordination, power, confidence, and overall athletic development. We dive into the research behind external vs. internal cues, motor learning principles, communication strategies, and practical coach...

People in this episode

Host: Mike Mathews

Topics covered

• coaching cues
• athlete performance
• motor learning
• communication strategies
• external vs. internal cues

Keywords

• coaching
• athletes
• performance
• movement patterns
• coordination
• power
• confidence

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