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25th March 2025
The father of a 9-year-old boy asked me if I could coach his son 1-1 with his running technique. I said, ‘No.’ Boys that age should be playing outside with their friends, not stuck in an awkward situation with an experienced coach and an expectant father watching on. Unfortunately, the boy attends a private school […]
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Stuck in a training rut? 3 ways to get out.
Practice Variability
We all get stuck in rut sometimes: as coaches or athletes. All it takes is a tweak to get out. You can vary your training in 3 different areas:
- variability in the environment (surface, situation, location, equipment)
- task variability (change complex to simple, mirror image, backwards)
- variability in the body
You don’t have to rewrite your programme, but a little variety will keep you fresh and adaptable.
Client Testimonials
Josh Steels: wheelchair tennis
I started working with James 3 years ago via the TASS programme. When James first met me, physically I was nowhere the best I could be. Since working with James I have seen vast improvements in my fitness and strength which has been put into great use on court. Each session is worked around making sure I am able to get the best quality training as well as catering for my chronic pain and fatigue levels. On top of this James has always been happy to meet at facilities that are best for myself meaning I could fit training sessions in on route to tournaments or camps.
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