Description
In this episode, Alex takes a deep dive into how to use the constraints-led approach (CLA) with beginners. He discusses how principles of skill acquisition are applicable across age and skill levels, thus debunking the need for the dominant approach of coaching. The key areas explored include equipment scaling, task simplification, and the use of task constraints in relation to the defense.
Key Takeaways:
00:44 - Utilizing CLA in Youth Training
01:45 - Equipment Scaling in Youth Sports
04:25 - Importance of Challenge Point
07:15 - Methods of Task Simplification
12:25 - Practical Ideas
Articles Mentioned:
Scaling the Equipment and Play Area in Children’s Sport to improve Motor Skill Acquisition: A Systematic Review
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-015-0452-2
Challenge Point: A Framework for Conceptualizing the Effects of Various Practice Conditions in Motor Learning
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/8574634_Challenge_Point_A_Framework_for_Conceptualizing_the_Effects_of_Various_Practice_Conditions_in_Motor_Learning
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