Coaching the Uncoachables

Because we have reduced coaching to a set of rules about periodization
and planning, training systems and structures, programs and processes,
tests and techniques, the un-coachables are rarely even seriously
discussed, let alone taught.
“The un-coachables: the
critical ingredient in the success
of every athlete, every
team and every coach are
usually put in the too hard
basket and ignored.”
Replaced by our focus on ‘real’ and more measurable and tangible aspects of coaching:
the things that can be taught and learnt.
You can measure VO2 max: you can’t measure the athlete’s
determination to push themselves to almost unconsciousness striving to do
their best in the test.
You can measure peak Lactate levels; you can’t measure the athlete’s
desperation to succeed: so desperate that they will endure the burning pain in their legs
and agony in their lungs as they fight to find their limits.
The things that really matter in sport cannot be measured; but that does not mean
that they are not absolutely vital to succeed.
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