In numerous studies, we have shown that instructions and feedback that direct the performer’s attention to the movement effect on the environment (e.g., an implement) (external focus) facilitate performance and learning compared to those that direct attention to the movements themselves (internal focus), or no attentional focus instructions (control conditions). This area of research examines how the individual’s focus of attention affects the performance and learning of motor skills. Wulf’s words, attentional focus, or focus of attention, refers to: Gabrielle Wulf, a Kinesiology professor out of UNLV, is known for being the leading research in the area of attentional focus. Some Quick Things You Should Know Up Frontġ.

I’m skeptical of some of the Z-Health stuff as I feel some of it is based on improper extrapolations from research.) I disagree with his point as I don’t feel he’s telling the entire picture. Kenneth Jay’s “ The Big 10 to Avoid in Kettlebell Training” PDF: See Mistake #10 (I don’t know Kenneth Jay, but he seems to be very intelligent. Jon Fass’s commentary: Fitcast (Jon talks about this at 39:15 – Jon is freaky smart and is a true evidence-based practitioner, but I don’t feel he painted the entire picture.)Ħ. I see his point, but I could provide a much more elaborate and in-depth explanation based on my understanding of biomechanics and I don’t feel he’s painting the entire picture.)ĥ.

Mark Rippetoe quote: Sleepy Muscles (Mark is a legend in our field but I disagree with what he wrote in this article. But it’s okay to disagree as long as both sides have science in mind and are open to findings from future research.)Ĥ. My experiences have led me to feel quite differently. Nelson’s article on The PTDC: Stop Telling Your Clients to Activate their Glutes (Mike is very intelligent and I always value his insight, but I do not agree with this particular article at all. However, as you’ll see below, I don’t feel he painted the entire picture.)ģ. Mike T. He’s also a top-notch strength coach for Athletes’ Performance. Nick Winkelman’s commentary: The Strength Coach Podcast(Nick is speaking from 26:18 – 32:30 – Nick is very well-educated and incredibly passionate about this topic. Wulf presents a compelling case with her references.)Ģ. I especially liked the dialogue between Dr. I feel that this article provided the most balance and I was in agreement with most of what Sam wrote. Stuff You Might Want to Read and Listen to in Order to Get Up to Snuffīefore I provide links, I want to emphasize up front that I have a ton of respect for the folks listed below and am proud to be friends with several of these individuals.ġ. Sam Leahey’s article on his blog: The Science & Application of Coaching Cues (I’ve mentioned this before – Sam is one of the brightest young minds in S&C.

Some of my readers like to be thorough so here are some links you can read in order to be up to snuff (my thoughts are in parenthesis). However, I have more practical experience in this area than most coaches and employ these techniques daily, which gives me a unique perspective. Keith Lohse, and others (see Sam’s blogpost for these references). I confess to having not read up on all of the research from Dr. I decided to write an article sharing my thoughts as I have a unique set of experiences and outlook compared to the other researchers and coaches. Lately there has been a lot of discussion on the internet about cueing, attentional focus, glute activation, and related topics.

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