Enthusiastic coaches can be susceptible to focusing on the details or the shiny new coaching idea they come across rather than the basic, simple things that matter the most. This coaching catnip might come from a good place of curiosity and a desire to share information, but it neglects the big rocks.
This week we talk about some examples of the coaching catnip you might see in a CrossFit gym or in remote coaching, and reflect on what is actually important and what truly moves the needle forward in coaching. Check out the episode to hear more about breathing drills, secret weightlifting drills and knowing your basic times tables in coaching.
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Show Notes:
- [1:00] Coaching catnip and focusing on the wrong things
- [3:30] Figuring out the most important thing to address when coaching someone
- [5:20] Secret weightlifting drills
- [7:00] Learning how to simplify complex coaching concepts
- [11:30] Coaching catnip with programming and progressions
- [14:15] Getting the reps in on very basic and simple training
