As the winter snows begin to melt, and we try to survive the absurdity of Daylight Savings Time, we have reached the advent of “interviewing season”. Those who are completing their final year of schooling are trying to land the perfect job. Others are competing for internships. Bonuses have been … [Read more...] about What I Can’t Teach [SHIN SPLINTS 2015]
Success
Perception or Reality?
By Barry Cook. Part 4 of a 6 part series. Read Part 1 titled Personality-Based Winning first, then Part 2 Learning is a Cycle. Part 3 is Learning Driven. This article appeared in the Athletics Weekly July 25, 2013 printed edition, reprinted with permission. For more coaching advice, visit … [Read more...] about Perception or Reality?
Win One for the Gipper [SHIN SPLINTS 2015]
Motivating human behavior is an art. How can you get someone to do what you want him/her to do? How can you extract maximum performance, sometimes in an environment of fatigue, discomfort and adversity? How can you ask others to join you in confronting fear, particularly fear of personal injury or … [Read more...] about Win One for the Gipper [SHIN SPLINTS 2015]
Learning driven
By Barry Cook. Part 3 of a 6 part series. Read Part 1 titled Personality-Based Winning first, then Part 2 Learning is a Cycle. This article appeared in the Athletics Weekly June 20, 2013 printed edition, reprinted with permission. For more coaching advice, visit … [Read more...] about Learning driven
Oops, Premature e-Jubilation, and Miscounting Laps
It happens to the best of us, except for 400m one-lap sprinters. I'm referring to miscounting your laps in a distance race, and kicking for home too soon. One lap too soon. But it happens more indoors than outdoors. Even in a four lap 800m race. Yes, there is a lap counter, and yes, there … [Read more...] about Oops, Premature e-Jubilation, and Miscounting Laps
Learning is a Cycle
By Barry Cook. Part 2 of a 6 part series. Read Part 1 titled Personality-Based Winning first. This article appeared in the Athletics Weekly March 28, 2013 printed edition, reprinted with permission. For more coaching advice, visit http://www.athleticsweekly.com The value of trust between … [Read more...] about Learning is a Cycle
Personality-Based Winning
This article appeared in the Athletics Weekly May 24, 2012 printed edition, reprinted with permission. For more coaching advice, visit http://www.athleticsweekly.com By Barry Cook. Part 1 of a 6 part series. Each person has a unique “Signature” that defines them, be it the coach or the … [Read more...] about Personality-Based Winning
Interview with Henk Kraaijenhof by Mike Hurst [PODCAST]
Henk Kraaijenhof currently works for Vortx (Dutch only web site) and his blog is www.helpingthebesttogetbetter.com Henk's coaching credentials include Nelli Cooman, Melene Ottey, Troy Douglas and Tennis star Mary Pierce. His specialty is the physical and mental coaching, in particular stress and … [Read more...] about Interview with Henk Kraaijenhof by Mike Hurst [PODCAST]
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
This article is guest blogged by Lee Ness, a UKA qualified Event Group Coach for Sprints and Hurdles, the Head Coach/Sprint Coach at City of Salisbury Athletics, and Running Club and Track and Field Team Manager for Wiltshire Athletics Association. Click here for my review on Lee Ness’ Sports … [Read more...] about Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Motivation Speech Video: RISE AND SHINE
Back in 2011, there was a viral motivational speed called “I am a Champion”. Here is another good one. Giving where credit is due, the audio track was produced by Red Productions for TCU Baseball. This YouTube video has swimmers Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte featured in it. I am waiting … [Read more...] about Motivation Speech Video: RISE AND SHINE
