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  • Bonus Episode: The Biology of Winning and Losing…with a crazy twist!

    Bonus Episode: The Biology of Winning and Losing…with a crazy twist!
    Feb 6 2025
    A special bonus episode! We’re going to try something a bit different. We’re talking the mental side of sport, the biology of winning and losing, and much more. Except…your hosts aren’t Steve and Jon. They are AI. We fed Steve’s book, Win the Inside Game, to the algorithm to make a podcast, and quite frankly,…
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    16 min
  • 266: Overcoming Choking and Underperformance: The Science and Psychology of Pressure

    266: Overcoming Choking and Underperformance: The Science and Psychology of Pressure
    Feb 3 2025
    In this episode, Steve Magness explores the psychology and science behind performance anxiety, choking, and the phenomenon known as ‘the yips’ in sports. Drawing on his experience working with top athletes from various sports, Steve delves into how stress responses can both help and hinder performance. Through a blend of personal stories, scientific research, and…
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    37 min
  • 265: Consistency wins: How to be consistent in the face of volatility and unpredictability.

    265: Consistency wins: How to be consistent in the face of volatility and unpredictability.
    Jan 28 2025
    In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and John Marcus delve into the essential concept of consistency in achieving athletic success. We begin with an announcement about Steve’s new book, ‘When the Inside Game is Almost Here,’ focusing on mental performance under pressure. They then explore how consistency is crucial in…
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    1 h
  • 264: The Science of Surging: How to Pull Away from the Pack Mid-Race

    264: The Science of Surging: How to Pull Away from the Pack Mid-Race
    Jan 20 2025
    In this special 10-year anniversary episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and John Marcus delve into the intricacies of surging during races. They explore both the physiological and psychological aspects of initiating and responding to mid-race surges, sharing insights from personal experiences and expert strategies. They discuss how to prepare athletes to…
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    59 min
  • 263: The Workouts Come Second: Teaching Comes First

    263: The Workouts Come Second: Teaching Comes First
    Jan 13 2025
    The Importance of Teaching in Coaching In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus emphasize the significance of teaching in coaching, arguing that workouts should come second to effectively educating and connecting with athletes. They explore the ways in which a pedagogical approach, akin to old-school coaching legends, fosters…
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    1 h et 2 min
  • 262: Do drills work? The case for and against

    262: Do drills work? The case for and against
    Jan 6 2025
    The Nuance of Drills: Do They Really Work? In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus delve into the controversial topic of whether drills are effective in enhancing running mechanics and athletic performance. They discuss the history, purpose, and context of various drills, offering insights into how they can…
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    59 min
  • 261: How to Write Training Part 2: Nuance, making adjustments and tweaks

    261: How to Write Training Part 2: Nuance, making adjustments and tweaks
    Dec 30 2024
    The Art of Coaching: Insights on Adjusting and Perfecting Training Plans In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and John Marcus share their perspectives on the importance of knowing how to make adjustments and tweaks to training plans, especially during different phases of a season. They reflect on the excitement of…
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    55 min
  • 260: How to Write Training Part 1 Getting Started

    260: How to Write Training Part 1 Getting Started
    Dec 23 2024
    Mastering Training Plans: Foundations and Strategy In this episode of the On Coaching podcast, Steve Magness and John Marcus dive into the essentials of writing effective training plans for athletes. They discuss the importance of understanding the individual athlete, their training history, and their goals. They emphasize the seesaw balance between endurance and speed, setting…
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    53 min