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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.

The Perception & Action Podcast Rob Gray

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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.

    The Constraints-Led Approach 2024

    The Constraints-Led Approach 2024

    A look at my current thoughts about and how I am using the CLA

    More information: http://perceptionaction.com/
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    • 25 min
    Do the classic motor learning effects (eg focus of attention, choice) apply to experts?

    Do the classic motor learning effects (eg focus of attention, choice) apply to experts?

    A look at a recent study that addresses a question I get quite often: do the basic principles of motor learning, in this case, those proposed by OPTIMAL theory, still hold when we are dealing with highly skilled athletes? Articles:
    Effects of self-controlled practice and focus of attention on free throw accuracy: Exploring optimal theory among skilled basketball players More information: http://perceptionaction.com/
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    • 14 min
    Functional Variability in the Cricket Bowling Delivery

    Functional Variability in the Cricket Bowling Delivery

    A look at a recent study that provides evidence that cricket bowlers use movement variability (as opposed to repeatability) to regulate the timing and speed of their delivery. And looking back at a classic in ecological dynamics – the first study to show this effect. Articles:
    Functional movement variability to maintain delivery speed in cricket fast bowling
    Timing an attacking forehand drive in table tennis More information: http://perceptionaction.com/
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    Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy

    • 12 min
    Coach Education Workshops, My New Book Coming Soon

    Coach Education Workshops, My New Book Coming Soon

    A look at research (and some of my personal experiences) on the effectiveness of co-created coach education workshops to bridge the gap between current coaching practices and scientific evidence. A little bit about my new book – coming in 6 months! Articles/Links:
    Using a coproduced educational workshop to change the focus of verbal instructions delivered by professional youth soccer coaches: a case study
    Bridging the Gap Between Science and Application: The Use of Cocreation Educational Workshops in Professional Youth Soccer New book preorder: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1GBF61 More information: http://perceptionaction.com/
    My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles)
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    Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy

    • 9 min
    On the Value of a Skill Acquisition Specialist

    On the Value of a Skill Acquisition Specialist

    Sharing some of my experiences as a Skill Acquisition Specialist. Is it really worth it for a team to hire one?   More information: http://perceptionaction.com/
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    Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy
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    • 10 min
    The Effects of the Yips on Muscle Synergies in Throwing

    The Effects of the Yips on Muscle Synergies in Throwing

    How does the presence of the Yips influence motor coordination in throwing? Do the muscle synergies used to control our abundant motor system change?

    Articles:
    Spatiotemporal patterns of throwing muscle synergies in yips‑affected baseball players More information: http://perceptionaction.com/
    My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles)
    My ASU Web page
    Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc)
     
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    Credits:
    The Flamin' Groovies – Shake\Some Action
    Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy
    via freemusicarchive.org and jamendo.com

    • 21 min

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