The Perception & Action Podcast

A discussion with Ed Coughlan, Phil Kearny and Olly Logan, founders of Movement & Skill Acquisition Ireland. In the interview we discuss the goals of the organization and their upcoming conference: Constraints based coaching and ecological dynamics to enhance sports performance. More information about my guests: https://twitter.com/MSAIreland http://events.cit.ie/index.cfm?page=events&eventId=323 https://twitter.com/DrSkillAcq/ https://twitter.com/kearney_phil https://twitter.com/ollylogo More information: 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/Google Support the podcast and receive bonus content Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Lo Fi is Hi Fi - I'm on a Talk Show Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy via freemusicarchive.org

Mark O'Sullivan, Coach with AIK Football in Stockholm, discusses football interactions, practice design, affordances, and talent development. He challenges the coaching culture focused on biomechanics, emphasizing the importance of understanding interactions with the environment. The chapter also highlights the significance of clear messages in sports training and the impact of the podcast on coaching and PhD work.

A look at research investigating the effects of assisted/guided movement on skill acquisition. Can experiencing the movement pattern of an elite athlete facilitate motor learning in a novice? Is it better to use assistance to reduce or augment errors? Articles/Books: Can Robots Help the Learning of Skilled Actions? Robot assistance of motor learning: A neuro-cognitive perspective Robotic guidance induces long-lasting changes in the movement pattern of a novel sport-specific motor task No Effect of Assisted Hip Rotation on Bat Velocity Sonification and haptic feedback in addition to visual feedback enhances complex motor task learning The effect of haptic guidance and visual feedback on learning a complex tennis task The effect of assisted jumping on vertical jump height in high-performance volleyball players https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqIpITWLO0s More information: 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/Google Support the podcast and receive bonus content Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy

Explore how Bernstein’s concept of 'repetition without repetition' transformed motor learning by emphasizing goal-centric practice. Discover how skill acquisition is framed as problem-solving rather than rigid formulas. Learn why movements remain consistent amidst variability and how coordinative structures streamline motor control. Dive into the idea of motor abundance, showcasing its adaptive advantages, and understand the Uncontrolled Manifold Hypothesis that differentiates beneficial variability. Coaches gain insights on crafting design problems to enhance learning effectively.

Explore the fascinating theory of freezing and freeing degrees of freedom in skill acquisition. Delve into Bernstein's three-stage learning model, illustrated with relatable examples like hammering and baseball swings. Discover empirical tests in sports coaching that reveal when to allow freezing and the importance of promoting freeing for better performance. This intriguing discussion brings practical insights for anyone looking to improve motor skills and enhance learning in sports.

Explore the fascinating world of motor control through the lens of Nikolai Bernstein's theories. Learn about the challenges posed by context-conditioned variability and how it impacts movement. Dive into the intricacies of the degrees-of-freedom problem and discover how effective coaching can harness both compensation and non-muscular forces for skill development. This discussion unveils Bernstein's enduring legacy and offers insights for those interested in mastering movement and coaching.

A look at the Differential Learning approach to skill acquisition. Is maximizing movement variability by preventing repetition and correction the optimal way to design practice? How does this differ from the Constraints-Led Approach? Articles The Nonlinear Nature of Learning - A Differential Learning Approach Time scales of adaptive behavior and motor learning in the presence of stochastic perturbations Does noise provide a basis for the unification of motor learning theories? A new method to learn to start in speed skating: A differencial learning approach A quantitative dynamical systems approach to differential learning: self-organization principle and order parameter equations More information: 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/Google Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy via freemusicarchive.org and jamendo.com

A look at some recent research examining contextual interference, blocked vs random and variable vs constant practice. How should coaches put these concepts into practice? Articles Quantifying Contextual Interference and Its Effect on Skill Transfer in Skilled Youth Tennis Players Effects of practice schedule and task specificity on the adaptive process of motor learning Exploring the applicability of the contextual interference effect in sports practice Serial practice impairs motor skill consolidation Mechanisms within the Parietal Cortex Correlate with the Benefits of Random Practice in Motor Adaptation Practicing with gradual increases in contextual interference enhances visuomotor learning Random Versus Blocked Practice to Enhance Mental Representation in Golf Putting More information: 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/Google Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy via freemusicarchive.org and jamendo.com

A discussion with Leah Robinson, Associate Professor of Movement Science from the University of Michigan. Topics include the importance of fundamental movement skills, how these skills should be measured, perceived motor competence and interventions for promoting movement in young children. More information about my guest: http://www.kines.umich.edu/directory/faculty/leah-robinson http://www.cmahlab.com/ http://twitter.com/LERobinsonPhD More information: http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Twitter: @Shakeywaits Email: robgray@asu.edu Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Lo Fi is Hi Fi - I'm on a Talk Show Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy via freemusicarchive.org

Exploring the effectiveness of the Constraints-Led Approach in coaching, focusing on manipulating task constraints for improved performance. Delving into implicit and explicit learning routes in skill acquisition within ecological dynamics. Discussing the impact of constraints manipulation on cognitive load and skill transfer. Highlighting the benefits of small-sided games and adaptive training systems in enhancing player performance. Exploring the application of CLA in baseball batting for improved outcomes.