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The Adaptable Athlete Podcast

Javier Miller-Estrada
Ecological Dynamics
Skill Acquisition
Affordances
Soccer
Strength and Conditioning
Movement Skills
Practice Design
Athlete Development
Ecological Psychology
Coaching Methodologies
Natural Movement
Virtual Reality In Training
Learning Lab
Transforming Basketball
Volleyball
Covid-19
Skill Adaptation
Jump Training
Parkour
Southampton Football Club

The Adaptable Athlete Podcast is a podcast for coaches and practitioners who want to learn more about modern approached to sport movement and skill acquisition; and who ultimately, want to help to their athletes become more adaptable. Host, Javi Miller-Estrada engages in discussions with some of the absolute best sport coaches, trainers, and practitioners in the world. Coaches who are truly pushi... more

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In this special episode of the Adaptable Athlete Podcast powered by Emergence, Javi welcomes back movement specialist and Emergence co-founder Shawn Myszka for the official preview of the 2025 Sport Movement Skill Conference (SMSC).

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In this episode of the Adaptable Athlete Podcast, Javi sits down with performance coach Sean Smith, who shares lessons from a unique career that’s spanned elite collegiate volleyball and the high-octane world of IndyCar racing.

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In this Six Minutes of Skill episode, Coach Jav explores the concept of the Challenge Point—both for athletes and coaches. He breaks down how finding the right level of difficulty in training can accelerate skill acquisition, improve ... more

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In this episode, Javi sits down with Jim Haverstrom to explore a fresh approach to youth hockey coaching. Jim explains how his game-based, small-area practices transform the way young players develop skills and decision-making. Rather... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Smith
Performance coach and consultant with experience in volleyball and motorsports.
IndyCar and University of Louisville
Episode: From IndyCar to the NCAA: Coaching High Performance Across Sports w/ Sean Smith
Jim Haverstrom
A seasoned hockey coach with over 25 years of experience, currently involved with USA Hockey and developing young players' skills.
Director at Tampa Bay Hockey Club
Episode: Coaching Hockey IQ w/ Jim Haverstrom
Marianne Davies
Expert in skill acquisition and adventure sports with over 35 years in coaching and athlete development
UK Coaching
Episode: The Power of Unstructured Learning in Coaching and Sport w/ Marianne Davies
Brian Neff
Athletic development coach for US Ski and Snowboard, experienced in athletic medicine and sports science
US Ski and Snowboard
Episode: Unlocking Potential Through Creativity and Donor Sports w/ Brian Neff
Duarte Araujo
Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award in Movement & Skill Acquisition
Episode: 2024 Movement & Skill Acquisition Awards
Carl Woods
Recipient of the Researcher of the Year Award
Episode: 2024 Movement & Skill Acquisition Awards
Fabian Ott
Recipient of the Practitioner of the Year Award, goalkeeping coach at Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC
Episode: 2024 Movement & Skill Acquisition Awards
Shawn Myszka
NFL Skill Acquisition Specialist
Episode: NFL Offseason Training Review w/ Shawn Myszka
Rob Gray
Expert in skill acquisition and host of his own podcast
Episode: The Importance of the Athlete-Environment Relationship

Hosts

Javi Miller-Estrada
Host and expert in coaching and skill acquisition, known for engaging discussions with top coaches and trainers.
Coach Hob
Host and expert in coaching dynamics, facilitating discussions that challenge traditional training norms.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Calling All Coaches - Add this one to your podcast list.

    Javier and the team at Emergence deliver one of the best podcasts and resources for coaches wanting to learn more about the ecological dynamics framework and how to develop skilled athletes.

    They bring on leading academics and practitioners in the field to provide a great mix of research/empirical evidence and experiential evidence.

    Every coach should have this podcast in their subscription list.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian Gillam Hockey
    Canada3 months ago
  • Great Show, Fantastic Reasource

    Thank you for providing such a wonderful resource for learning about learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hey Koolaid!
    United States2 years ago
  • keep the coming

    Dr Alex was an amazing guest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrianSort
    Australia2 years ago
  • Big Fan of the Athlete Blueprint!

    Great resource for anyone who’s a fan of coaching ans skill acquisition

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheFunkDoctor
    United States2 years ago
  • THE Blueprint 👍🏻👍🏻

    Enjoying the content of the Athlete Blueprint!…Javi does a great job with his guests. The conversations don’t feel like interviews - ie scripted and robotic - but much more like organic conversations. Give a listen, Javi doesn’t disappoint.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Na.Ge.Br.
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging and informative nature of the discussions, often highlighting the practical value of insights shared by guests.
Feedback frequently acknowledges the hosts' ability to connect with experts, creating organic, insightful conversations rather than rigid interviews.
The podcast is noted for its blend of academic and experiential knowledge, making it a go-to resource for practical coaching advice.

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From IndyCar to the NCAA: Coaching High Performance Across Sports w/ Sean Smith
Q: How do you combat the physical and mental load of being a student-athlete?
Building a strong off-season foundation allows for better flexibility in-season, and implementing actionable decisions based on wellness and training load is crucial.
From IndyCar to the NCAA: Coaching High Performance Across Sports w/ Sean Smith
Q: What strategies do you use to understand new athletes or sports?
To better understand athletes, I embed myself in their sport and converse with them about their experiences, perceptions, and needs.
Unlocking Potential Through Creativity and Donor Sports w/ Brian Neff
Q: What are some details of the environment that someone unfamiliar with winter sports might find interesting?
Coaching environments can range from specialized gyms to makeshift setups in hotel hallways, leading to a fun and creative adaptation process for training.
Unlocking Potential Through Creativity and Donor Sports w/ Brian Neff
Q: What type of impairments do you typically work with?
I work with athletes with amputations, neurological impairments like cerebral palsy, and those with various levels of paralysis.
Unlocking Potential Through Creativity and Donor Sports w/ Brian Neff
Q: What has your music background brought to you as a coach?
It brings a connection to athletes and helps to engage them through rhythm and creativity, influencing how I design activities and communicate.

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What is The Adaptable Athlete Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations focus on innovative coaching techniques and skill acquisition strategies aimed at enhancing athletes' adaptability within their sports. The host engages with leading experts across various disciplines, facilitating discussions on modern approaches to training that prioritize ecological dynamics, effective communication between coaches and parents, and the integration of creativity into athletic development. Unique elements of the dialogues include insights from diverse fields, including youth sports and adventure coaching, emphasizing the significance of environment, unstructured learning, and engagement in practice. This podcast is a valuable resource for coaches, trainers, and practitioners looking to evolve their methods an... more

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1. Sean Smith
2. Jim Haverstrom
3. Marianne Davies
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6. Carl Woods
7. Fabian Ott
8. Shawn Myszka

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