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The Perception & Action Podcast

Rob Gray
Skill Acquisition
Motor Learning
Ecological Dynamics
Coaching
Yips
Focus Of Attention
A Constraints-Led Approach To Swim Coaching
Swimming
Coaching Methods
Cricket Bowling
Skill Acquisition Specialists
Skill Acquisition Research
Baseball
Motor Imagery
Ecological Approach
Coach Education Workshops
Constraints-Led Approach
Performance Coaching
Nonlinear Pedagogy
Technique

Exploration of how psychological research can be applied to improving performance, accelerating skill acquisition and designing new technologies in sports and other high performance domains. Hosted by Rob Gray, professor of Human Systems Engineering at Arizona State University, the podcast will review basic concepts and discuss the latest research in these areas.

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A smorgasbord of stuff to celebrate my 550th episode “milestone”! 3 new books!!  A webinar and workshop. Ways to organize a workshop.  And having some fun with YouTube comments.

Books: Enhancing skill in American football: Revolutionizing pract... more

I am joined by Shawn Myszka from Emergence to talk about our newly released book (w// Tyler Yearby) - Enhancing skill in American football: revolutionizing practice design for transfer to game day. Articles:Enhancing skill in American football: Revo... more

A look at a couple studies examining the effect of focus of attention on performance. How does focus of attention affect good and bad movement variability? Does it alter placebo effects?

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Changing one’s focus of attention alters the st... more

How effective are coaches at designing and adapting constraints? Which has more impact: manipulating informational/verbal constraints or other (physical) task constraints? Articles:The influence of coaches’ intervention on the technical-tactical per... more

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Recent Guests

Frans Bosch
Expert in ecological dynamics and movement coaching
Episode: 533 – The Integrated Anatomy of Pitching, Randy Sullivan
Simon Schröttle
Soccer coach and author of Revolution in Soccer
Episode: 531 – The Constraints Led Approach to Soccer Coaching, Simon Schröttle
Pete Blair
Executive Director at Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training, Professor of Criminal Justice
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Episode: 508 – Liveliness in Training and the CLA, Interview w Pete Blair, Texas State University
Luke Wilkins
Former PhD student, expert in VR applications in sports
LaTrobe University
Episode: 502 – A Framework for Using Virtual Reality (VR) in Sports, Luke Wilkins, LaTrobe University
Jo Shattuck
Former professional athlete turned neuroscientist and entrepreneur
PantherTec
Episode: 501 – Kinesthetic Awareness Training to Support Skill Acquisition, Jo Shattuck PantherTec (JC43)
Sean Franklin
Experienced coach and practitioner of Historical European Martial Arts
swordstem.com
Episode: 499 – An Ecological Approach to Training Sword Martial Arts w Sean Franklin (JC42)
Ryan Crotin
Expert in biomechanics and exercise physiology with extensive experience in Major League Baseball
armcare.com
Episode: 497 - "Throw Hard, Stay Healthy": Training to Increase Action Capacity in Baseball Pitchers W Ryan Crotin (JC41)
Greg Souders
Owner and head coach at Standard Jiu Jitsu in Rockville, Maryland
Standard Jiu Jitsu
Episode: 495 - An Ecological Approach to Submission Grappling/Jiu Jitsu Training w Greg Souders (JC40)
Alan Jaeger
Founder of Jaeger Sports, expert in pitching training
Jaeger Sports
Episode: 494 – Preventing Arm Injuries in Baseball Pitchers by Harnessing Variability In Training (JC 39)

Host

Rob Gray
Professor of Human Systems Engineering at Arizona State University and host of a series focused on the application of psychological research to performance improvement in sports and related fields.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 257 ratings
  • Brilliant evidence-based content

    This has changed the way I think about athletic development. Thanks for the amazing content Rob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    goalkeeper32
    United States6 months ago
  • Incredible

    This podcast is brilliant so please keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ltbeasy
    United States4 years ago
  • Addictive in a positive way

    Educational, thought provoking, bridges building. Huge amount of well structured movement science content and guests conversation. My weekly go to. Great work Rob👍🏾

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucas Sumowski
    Australia5 years ago
  • Love!

    Great information, interviews and presentation. I would love to hear more martial arts topics, particularly Jiu Jitsu.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bee Kimura
    United States5 years ago
  • Love it

    Short and to the point. Great information that is easy to digest for the listeners. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JNsportperformance
    United States6 years ago

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Overall, feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many recommending it as essential listening for professionals in the sports field.
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The host is commended for providing thought-provoking and educational material relevant to coaches and aspiring athletic trainers.

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497 - "Throw Hard, Stay Healthy": Training to Increase Action Capacity in Baseball Pitchers W Ryan Crotin (JC41)
Q: So when you're talking about doing the measurements on home and versus the road, you're measuring basic strength changes and basic measurements of strength, right?
Yes, the idea is that if something gets weak, you're going to get some sort of compensation pattern that's unhealthy.
497 - "Throw Hard, Stay Healthy": Training to Increase Action Capacity in Baseball Pitchers W Ryan Crotin (JC41)
Q: So what's causing arm injuries and it's not, you know, throwing fast, throwing too much?
They need to be prepared to handle these loads and develop functional arm strength.
499 – An Ecological Approach to Training Sword Martial Arts w Sean Franklin (JC42)
Q: How do you learn measure?
It's a long development skill that should be introduced from day one, as learners need to observe their opponent and react accordingly.
499 – An Ecological Approach to Training Sword Martial Arts w Sean Franklin (JC42)
Q: How did you kind of get into this ecological dynamics, ecological approach?
After moving to Michigan and not coaching as much, I engaged with other coaches and read studies on external cues, leading me towards an ecological approach in martial arts.
500 – Ask Me Anything (AMA)
Q: What do you do with coaches who don't want to change things too much because it builds confidence?
Educate them on adaptability in practice while accepting their desire for confidence-building activities.

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2. Simon Schröttle
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4. Luke Wilkins
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