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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535 – Individual Differences in the Benefits of Linear and Non-Linear Pedagogy Approach to Skill Training
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24:51Does “it depend” when choosing between using a nonlinear vs linear pedagogy approach to coaching? Do some learners benefit from a prescriptive, linear approach? A look at the potential mediating role of adaptability. Article:The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogy on motor skill performance: the moderating role of adaptability http://percept…
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534 – Is the Distance Effect Found in Focus of Attention Research Spatial or Temporal?
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14:44A review of the paper: “The Distance Effect in Focus of Attention: Spatial or Temporal Distance?” by Kevin Becker and colleagues. What matters: whether a cue is closer to the body or during vs after execution? Article:The Distance Effect in Focus of Attention: Spatial or Temporal Distance? http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of…
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533 – The Integrated Anatomy of Pitching, Randy Sullivan
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1:00:21An interview with Randy Sullivan and Frans Bosch to discuss Randy’s new book “The Integrated Anatomy Pitching”. The science of movement variability, motor control, and injury prevention like never before. Links: https://floridabaseballarmory.com/product/integrated-anatomy-of-pitching-hardcover-edition/ https://www.amazon.com/Integrated-Anatomy-Pitc…
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532 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 7 and 8 (JC49)
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1:29:11On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson and Marianne Davies to discuss chapters 7 and 8 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate …
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531 – The Constraints Led Approach to Soccer Coaching, Simon Schröttle
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33:12An interview with Simon Schröttle, author of Revolution in Soccer: The Perfect Practice, discussing using the CLA in soccer coaching. Links:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1TV21JT http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid…
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530 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 5 and 6 (JC48)
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1:21:43On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson and Marianne Davies to discuss chapters 5 and 6 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate …
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529 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 3 and 4 (JC47)
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1:26:12On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson to discuss chapters 3 and 4 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my art…
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528 – Assessing Progress in the Ecological Approach: The Method of Progessive Constraints
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8:38How can we assess and measure an athlete’s progress when you use an ecological approach? How do we know whether what we are doing is working or not? Introducing the Method of Progressive Constraints. http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Ap…
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527 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 1 and 2 (JC46)
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1:12:22On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson to discuss chapters 1 and 2 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my art…
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526 – Why are Balance Bikes More Effective for Learning to Ride than Bikes with Training Wheels? A Variability Analysis
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13:11Do Balance Bikes lead to more functional variability in postural control when learning to ride a bike? Do they help support the transition from freezing to freeing degrees of freedom? Articles:Learning to Cycle: Why Is the Balance Bike More Efficient than the Bicycle with Training Wheels? The Lyapunov’s Answer My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my arti…
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525 – Variability of Practice & Education of Attention
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22:29Does adding more variability to practice conditions aid the process of education of attention? Can we predict the trajectory through informational space that occurs during learning? Articles: The Education of Attention as Explanation of Variability of Practice Effects: Learning the Final Approach Phase in a Flight Simulator Learning to control coll…
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524 - Is it better to give a specific performance outcome target or one based on perception of effort?
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11:41A look at a new study with powerlifters comparing performance when instructed to lift the bar at “maximum velocity” versus a specific velocity target. Articles: Considerations for Velocity-Based Training: The Instruction to Move “As Fast As Possible” Is Less Effective Than a Target Velocity My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web pag…
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523 – Critical Fluctuations as an Early Warning Signal of Sports Injuries: Proof of Concept
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14:40Can we predict sports injury by monitoring transition points between attractors states of a complex system, or, in other words, points of instability? A test using soccer players. Articles:Critical Fluctuations as an Early Warning Signal of Sports Injuries? A Proof of Concept Using Football My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web pag…
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522 – Variability of Practice – A Deeper Dive
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19:23Variability of practice helps motor learning. That is an undeniable fact. But let’s consider some of the subtleties: what are the different ways we can create variability in practice? How do the benefits of variability depend on the initial variability of the learner? Why exactly does variability have its effect? When should it be introduced? Artic…
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521 – What’s Up With Me & Where is the Podcast Headed?
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5:24A brief personal update and update on the podcast before I break for the holidays 😊 More information: Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Android/Google My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Email: [email protected] Support the podcast and receive bonus content…
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520 – Okkulo - A Training System for Manipulating Visual Constraints in Sports (JC 45)
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40:08A discussion with Mel O'Connor and Jack Woodburn from Okkulo Ltd. Links:https://www.okkulo.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid/Google Support the podcast and receive bonus content Credits: The Flamin' Groovies – Shake\Some Action Mark L…
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519 – Replicating Key Evidence for Prospective Control in Ball Catching
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18:54A review of a recent study that attempts to replicate the “angle of approach effect” and “movement reversals” found in previous research. Articles:Angle-of-approach and reversal-movement effects in lateral manual interception My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple…
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518 – The Effects of Concussion on Movement Coordination
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12:28How does a previous history of concussion effect movement coordination? Articles:Altered inter-segmental coordination in athletes with a history of concussion My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid/Google Support the podcast and receive bonus c…
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517 – Still No Evidence for the Transfer of Generalized Perceptual-Cognitive Training to Sports Performance
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22:40A review of a follow up study which fails to replicate one of the very few pieces of evidence supporting the benefits of generalized perceptual-cognitive training for sports. Articles:No transfer of 3D-Multiple Object Tracking training on game performance in soccer: a follow-up study My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podca…
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516 – Do Averaged, Group Data Accurately Capture & Represent Individual Movements Solutions?
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15:31To what extent do models generated from the average results of a group of participants (i.e., the traditional approach used in most statistics) actually represent the movement behavior of individuals? Articles:Interactive effects between group and single-subject response patterns My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast F…
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515 – Experience & Focus of Attention: Effect of Focus of Attention When Using the Dominant vs Non-Dominant Hand in MMA
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18:39Do the effects of internal, external and holistic focus of attention instructions different in MMA when striking with the dominaint vs non-dominant hand? Articles: External focus of attention delivers superior punches with the preferred hand but not with the non-preferred: A comparison of internal, external and holistic focus of attention My Resear…
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514 – How Does an Athlete’s Prior Coordination Solution Influence Learning a New One?
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13:15A review of the new paper: Prior coordination solutions shape motor learning and transfer in redundant tasks. Articles: Prior coordination solutions shape motor learning and transfer in redundant tasks My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid/Goo…
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513 – My NEW Book is here: Learning to be an “Ecological” Coach
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15:55A preview of my new book “Learning to be an “Ecological” Coach: Developing Attuned & Adaptable Coaching Skills” which was just released. Links: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJKN9T1M My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid/Google Support the podca…
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512 – Active Inference and the Control of Action
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16:32A look at the Active Interference Theory of the control of action and the concept of “Free Energy”. How can these ideas be applied to practice design in sports? Articles: An Active Inference Account of Skilled Anticipation in Sport: Using Computational Models to Formalise Theory and Generate New Hypotheses My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles…
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511 – Applying the Predictive Processing Theory of Action Control to Practice Design in Sports
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21:56A look at the Predictive Processing of Action Control and how it might be applied to practice design. Articles:The Element of Surprise: How Predictive Processing Can Help Coach Practitioners Understand and Develop Skilled Movement in Sport Settings My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc)…
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