E24 - Gary Laybourne. Trackside with a running coach, exploring the similarities and differences in coaching methods
About this episode
Gary Laybourne discusses his coaching philosophy and experiences in athletics, emphasizing fun, inclusion, and the engagement of parents in youth sports.
In this conversation, Gary Laybourne shares his unique perspective on coaching, drawing from his experiences in athletics and his journey from a troubled youth to a successful coach. He emphasises the importance of fun and inclusion in coaching young athletes, the need for coaches to balance historical wisdom with modern practices, and the significance of engaging parents in the coaching process. Gary also discusses his day job, which focuses on empowering marginalised youth through sports, and reflects on his personal journey and the lessons learned along the way. You can connect with Gary via the links below: Instagram 👉🏻 https://www.instagram.com/gazlaybourne/ Linked-in 👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-laybourne-5307697a/ CoreCore 👉🏻 https://coachcore.org.uk/ Don't forget we have a wide range of resources on our coaching website including recommend books, podcasts and links to our CPDs. You can also sign up for our free wellbeing check in there too. https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community For coaches looking to explore AP Race Plus, our club support platform that offers digital access to world class information for swimmers, parents and coaches, please email…
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