The Principles of Performance

Podcast 134 – The Perfect Training Session with Eric and Mike
In this episode we discuss the considerations that trainers and coaches need to make in order to build high level training sessions, including:
Pre-Session Planning
-The restaurant with no menu or recipes
-Logistics / Format / Layout / Equipment
-Timing and Duration -Forecasting and Backcasting
-Don’t be obligated to the session chart
Testing and Adjusting for Readiness
-Readiness Screen & Metrics
-Communication and Key Questions
-Red / Yellow / Green Light Day adjustments
Warmup / Prep
-2-4-4 / Fixes vs Primers -Primers
– Speed / Load / Volume
-Warming up for big lifts
Core
-Is it Necessary?
-Impact on remainder of workout
Speed / Power
-Is it Necessary? –
-Specific objectives and constraints vs Generic
-Accounting for volume
Strength Stations
-Station vs Compound vs Circuit
-Conditioning vs Efficiency
Finishers
-Is it Necessary?
-Relative to remainder of the week
Cool Down
-ANS Downregulation
-Opportunity for Education
-Meditative aspect
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