{"product_id":"the-language-of-coaching","title":"The Language of Coaching","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eTry to recall the best coach you’ve ever had. Consider what differentiated them from other coaches; what made them so effective? Was it their knowledge and programming, or did it come down to the way they communicated with you and the way they made you feel? While the former are critical, it is a coach’s words that set them apart from the rest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e focuses on the impact that communication has on an individual’s ability to learn and  perform a movement. Written by performance coach Nick Winkelman, the book examines how instruction, feedback, and cueing can significantly affect training outcomes. Grounded in motor learning and the science of attentional focus, Winkelman takes you on a journey, guiding you through practical coaching frameworks that will help you adapt your language to the learning needs of those you support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked with stunning visuals, the book provides over 25 movement sequences that outline different types of coaching cues, including a visual depiction of unique analogies, such as a sprinter taking off like a jet or an athlete loading into a jump like a spring. The book is filled with a comprehensive collection of cueing frameworks that guide you through the process of creating your own cues for any movement you want to teach. You will also learn how to engage in more productive conversation with your athletes through sample dialogue that uses the book’s cueing philosophy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhether you are new to coaching or a seasoned veteran, \u003ci\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003c\/i\u003e will help you grow as a communicator and learn how to coach the person with the same precision as you do the program.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eSport coaches, strength and conditioning professionals, and personal trainers; also a reference for physical therapists, athletic trainers, physical educators and serious athletes.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Learn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eLearn This\u003cbr\u003e Learning: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e Motor Learning: The Profile\u003cbr\u003e Motor Learning: The Process\u003cbr\u003e Motor Learning: The Distinction\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003ePay Attention\u003cbr\u003e Attention: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e The Movie Theater of the Mind: Attention at Work\u003cbr\u003e The Mind Part 1: Out of Focus\u003cbr\u003e The Mind Part 2: Coming Into Focus\u003cbr\u003e The Mind Part 3: In Focus\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eRemember When\u003cbr\u003e Memory: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e What’s in a Memory?\u003cbr\u003e Part 1: Working Memory\u003cbr\u003e Part 2: Long-Term Memory\u003cbr\u003e Part 3: Making Memories\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Coach\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eFinding Focus\u003cbr\u003e Cueing: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e Part 1: A Cue Is Born\u003cbr\u003e Part 2: The Dark Side of the Cue\u003cbr\u003e Part 3: You Gotta Be Choking Me\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eCue It Up\u003cbr\u003e Constructing Cues: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e Part 1: Cueing in 3D\u003cbr\u003e Part 2: Cue-Tips\u003cbr\u003e Part 3: Clarifying Internal Cues\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Going Analog\u003cbr\u003e Analogies: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e Part 1: Mental Maps\u003cbr\u003e Part 2: Similarity\u003cbr\u003e Part 3: Familiarity\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Cue\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e The Road Map\u003cbr\u003e Habits: A Primer\u003cbr\u003e The Habit Instinct\u003cbr\u003e A Habit of Cueing\u003cbr\u003e Habit Upgrade: A Three-Step Process\u003cbr\u003e Fishing for Cues\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eStrong Cueing\u003cbr\u003e Upper-Body Push\/Horizontal\/Two-Arm Dumbbell Bench Press\u003cbr\u003e Upper-Body Push\/Vertical\/Two-Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press\u003cbr\u003e Upper-Body Pull\/Horizontal\/One-Arm One-Leg Dumbbell Row\u003cbr\u003e Upper-Body Pull\/Vertical\/Pull-Up\u003cbr\u003e Lower-Body Push\/Two-Leg Front Squat\u003cbr\u003e Lower-Body Push\/One-Leg Squat to Bench\u003cbr\u003e Lower-Body Push\/Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat\u003cbr\u003e Lower-Body Pull\/Two-Leg Romanian Deadlift\u003cbr\u003e Lower-Body Pull\/One-Leg Romanian Deadlift\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003ePowerful Cueing\u003cbr\u003e Countermovement\/Vertical Jump\u003cbr\u003e Countermovement\/Horizontal Jump\u003cbr\u003e Countermovement\/Vertical Hop\u003cbr\u003e Countermovement\/Lateral Bound\u003cbr\u003e Noncountermovement\/Squat to Throw\u003cbr\u003e Noncountermovement\/Vertical Toss\u003cbr\u003e Noncountermovement\/Chest Pass\u003cbr\u003e Noncountermovement\/Rotational Throw\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10. \u003c\/b\u003eFast Cueing\u003cbr\u003e Linear Speed\/Three-Point Start\u003cbr\u003e Linear Speed\/Acceleration\u003cbr\u003e Linear Speed\/Absolute Speed\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/45-Degree Cut\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/Side-Step Cut\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/180-Degree Cut\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/Crossover to Sprint\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/Crossover Run\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/Drop Step to Sprint\u003cbr\u003e Multidirectional Speed\/Backpedal\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eNick Winkelman, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e is the head of athletic performance and science for the Irish Rugby Football Union. His primary role is to oversee the delivery and development of strength and conditioning and sports science across all national and provincial teams. Prior to working for Irish Rugby, Winkelman was the director of education and training systems for EXOS, where he directed the development and execution of all educational initiatives. As a performance coach, he oversaw the speed component of the EXOS NFL Combine Development Program, and he has supported a variety of athletes across professional and elite level sport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Winkelman completed his doctorate through Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions with a dissertation focus on motor skill learning and sprinting. He is a recognized speaker and consultant on human performance and coaching science. He has written numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed papers focusing on the intersection between coaching language and athlete learning.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“It would take you an entire career of coaching to pick up, just by chance, some of the competencies he outlines—and even then, you’d come up short. Nick’s work will fast-track coaches to effective communication—and, in turn, outstanding results—for their athletes and clients. I wish I’d had this book 20 years ago!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Eric Cressey, CSCS, \u003c\/b\u003ePresident and Cofounder of Cressey Sports Performance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nick is one of the bright young minds in our field. \u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e continues Nick’s excellent progression from coach, to speaker, and now to writer.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Michael Boyle, \u003c\/b\u003eOwner of Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nick Winkelman is what I like to call a ‘coach’s coach.’ He is one of the few people I lean on for advice in our industry. He’s my go-to resource. I will be gifting \u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e to dozens of coaches and athletes.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Don Saladino,\u003c\/b\u003e Celebrity Trainer, Health and Performance Specialist, and Founder and Owner of Drive Health Clubs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nick Winkelman takes the science of coaching to another level with this book and delivers effective real-world strategies to improve not only communication but also the ultimate goal—client results.\u003c\/i\u003e The Language of Coaching \u003ci\u003eis a masterpiece. It's already mandatory reading for all my coaches.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Alwyn Cosgrove,\u003c\/b\u003e Fitness Coach and Owner of Results Fitness\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nick Winkelman’s passion, wisdom, and knowledge have helped to turn the science of motor learning into a digestible, applicable framework. His book, \u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e, will serve as an invaluable tool for driving results with athletes and clients.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Alex Zimmerman, \u003c\/b\u003eSenior Director of the Tier X Program at Equinox\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nick Winkelman helped me gain an edge on the combine and take full advantage of my training. His book, \u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e, will help other athletes do the same.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Dontari Poe, \u003c\/b\u003eDefensive Tackle for the Carolina Panthers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching \u003ci\u003eis a groundbreaking and meticulously researched book that delivers practical and user-friendly ways for a coach to connect for results. This book should be on every coach’s shelf.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Martin Rooney,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of Training for Warriors; Coach to Hundreds of NFL, UFC, NBA, WNBA, MLB, and Olympic Athletes; and Author of \u003ci\u003eCoach to Coach\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nick Winkelman helped improve my mind-set and introduced me to a new way of performing at the highest level. With \u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e, he will do the same for you.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Prince Kelechi Amukamara, \u003c\/b\u003eCornerback for the Chicago Bears\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Using a logical, evidence-guided approach, Nick essentially obliterates the communication barrier between coaches and athletes. If your job description includes conveying ideas with the intention of improving the physical capabilities of others, read \u003c\/i\u003eThe Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Andreo Spina, BKin, DC, FRCCSS(C), \u003c\/b\u003eSports Specialist Chiropractor, Movement and Mobility Coach, and CEO of Functional Anatomy Seminars\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Drawing on Winkelman’s vast personal experience with high-level athletes,\u003c\/i\u003e The Language of Coaching \u003ci\u003eunpacks the flaws in our assumptions, examining how apparently small changes in what we say and how we say it can result in more durable learning for the athletes we teach. It will surely prove to be a significant and enduring contribution to the literature of coaching.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Doug Lemov,\u003c\/b\u003e Author of \u003ci\u003eTeach Like a Champion\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTeach Like a Champion 2.0\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePractice Perfect\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“In\u003c\/i\u003e The Language of Coaching\u003ci\u003e, Nick has offered an important contribution to the coaching world. A combination of a comprehensive scientific text and a practical operator’s manual, this is a must-read for all coaches.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Stuart McMillan, \u003c\/b\u003eCEO of Altis and Sprint Coach\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I was privileged to spend an intense period learning from Nick in a formal workshop setting. These sessions were Olympic-coach-level workshops and presentations. I can honestly say that the guidance on cueing was evidence based, highly practical, and immediately applicable. Nick’s knowledge, manner, and communication skills make available a level of athlete performance enhancement that is off the charts. His work and process are highly recommended across a broad spectrum of sports; his methods will make you a better coach—period!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bobby McGee,\u003c\/b\u003e Olympic Coach (With Medals in the Atlanta, London, and Rio Olympics), Team Leader and High-Performance Support Staff\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As a coach of athletes who are blind, I am constantly looking for better ways to describe actions and motion without needing a visual reference. After working with Nick, I have the perfect set of verbal cueing skills to best teach my team!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jake Czechowski, \u003c\/b\u003eHead Coach of the USA Women’s National Goalball Team\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nick's guidance on cueing gave me the most effective coaching technique I have ever practiced. It has taught our coaching staff how to prevent manufacturing complexity and has given our athletes laser focus on what truly matters in performing at the highest level.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mike Kohn, \u003c\/b\u003eUSA Bobsled Head Coach\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nick’s work is a valuable component of our national team coach course, providing unique and practical insight on communicating with athletes to elicit better performance. His practical approach and methods help enhance coach–athlete understanding in a strategic, logical way. Coaches who have gone through his training as part of our course have seen significant results right away. Nick’s work is a valuable tool that can be applied across a variety of levels and sports.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Christine Bolger, \u003c\/b\u003eCoaching Education Department of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"The very practical tactics I learned from Nick (at a USOC National Team Coach Seminar) helped immediately with my pair figure skating athletes. My improved understanding of cueing and the use of purposeful and targeted analogies guided faster skill acquisition, specifically with triple twists.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bobby Martin, \u003c\/b\u003eU.S. Figure Skating Coach\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nick has unlocked the superpower shared by highly effective coaches around the world. Great coaching is directly correlated to precise and purposeful communication. Cleaning up communication is as critical as correcting compensatory movement patterns. Nick has relentlessly worked through the research and has the practical knowledge that comes only from thousands of coaching sessions. The Language of Coaching will make you and our field better.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mark Verstegen, \u003c\/b\u003eFounder and President of EXOS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Knowing your stuff is only part of the coach’s task: The more important part is transmitting that knowledge. That takes not only advanced speaking skills—mastering both what to say and how to say it—but also conscious listening, because listening is the doorway to understanding, and understanding is the access to effective relationships, not to mention motivation. Nick’s excellent book is long overdue, focusing as it does on communication, the most critical and long-overlooked aspect of performance coaching.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Julian Treasure, \u003c\/b\u003eFive-Time TED Speaker and Author of the Award-Winning Book How to Be Heard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The longer I’m in the ‘movement game,’ from rehabilitation to performance, the more I appreciate it when equal value is placed on information, experience, and reflection. 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