
The Primal MMA podcast brings together coaches, athletes, and sports scientists to discuss training and practice design for Mixed Martial Arts. Exploring the science of skill acquisition, human motivation, and sports psychology, the podcast seeks answers to the question, can we get better quicker?
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 65 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Learning to Fight Podcast — Conversations in Combat Skill
After a year-long hiatus, the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast is back—Rebranded, and refocused as the Learning to Fight Podcast: Conversations in Combat Skill.
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In this episode, I’m joined by Andy from the School of Grappling, a coach and physicist whose analytical approach to no-gi grappling and wrestling has made him a respected figure in the sport. We discuss the science behind skill devel... more
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In this episode of the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Laura Cuijpers, an assistant professor at the University of Groningen, to explore the emotional and psychological aspects of martial arts training. We dive into ... more
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Today I welcome Sonny Sahota from Praxis Gym in Canada. Sonny, a judo black belt and manager of Kensington Judo Club in Vancouver, shares his insights on integrating Ecological Dynamics and the Active Inference Framework (AIF) into ma... more
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Can’t tell you how much I have learnt from you and your guests. An amazing resource for those of us in the combat sports area. Really changed by view on how to teach. Keep up the awesome work and a huge thank you.
Hugely insightful and thought provoking show with great guests challenging what we have always thought was coaching! Love it!
Scott does a truly comprehensive job of dissecting the ideas and guests within his podcast. He approaches the topics with a curiosity and thoughtfulness that captivates the listener.
Very awesome take, as a martial artist you want to get better but how? Training, exploring, drilling, consistency? this helps understand other ways and great talking points with critically acclaimed coaches, scientists and others give it a listen you’ll not be disappointed.
Love these podcasts so far. Informed guests with great knowledge and fun back and forths. A poddie for all those in combat sports who inherently want to get better, faster.
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Content focuses on various aspects of training and developing skills in Mixed Martial Arts. Guests include experienced coaches and sports scientists who discuss themes like ecological psychology, skill acquisition, and effective coaching strategies. The approach emphasizes fostering athlete autonomy, integrating scientific principles for enhanced performance, and challenging traditional coaching methods to lead to more adaptable and effective training practices. Noteworthy is the commitment to exploring the balance between physical training and mental performance, ensuring a holistic perspective in the conversations.
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The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast launched 5 years ago and published 65 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast include:
1. Dr. Laura Cuijpers
2. Sonny Sahota
3. Gray Thomas
4. John Baker
5. Shawn Myszka
6. Tyler Yearby
7. James de Lacey
8. Dr. Andy Bass
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