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The Hidden Power of Micro-Touch Points: What Athletes Need to Know
Have you heard of a "Micro-Touch Point"?
10-10-2024
Conquer the Forgetting Curve
Having been a coach for over 20 years, I’m incredibly passionate about empowering athletes to do their best and reach their full potential.
10-03-2024
Your Coach Wants You to Do These 3 Things
During my time as a high-performance athlete, I learned countless things from my coaches. From technical skills to life skills that I still use today, my coaches were an invaluable resource. But here’s the deal - coaches are people too. They...
09-12-2024
Building a Training Plan with Periodization in Mind
Athletes ask me all of the time about how to get ready for a specific event. When there are so many different components that go into their training, it can be hard to know where to begin. I believe most athletes, especially those in golf,...
09-05-2024
The Power of the Three T’s
I recently had a great conversation with my friend, Martin Chuck, Tour Striker Golf Academy Founder, where he shared his thoughts on digital coaching and how to scale a coaching business. ( Listen here). We also discussed the most important...
08-29-2024
Channelling Simone Biles’ Olympic Mindset
When Simone Biles pulled out of the Olympics in 2020, the initial response from a lot of correspondents and pundits was that she was a “loser” and a “quitter”. Despite being one of the most talented gymnasts of all time, people weren’t sure what...
08-22-2024
Finding Your Dream Coach: Red vs. Green Flags
Every athlete knows the importance of finding the right coach for them, and it’s hard to know where to start. Different athletes need different coaching styles to be successful, so how do you narrow down your options? To help you navigate this...
08-15-2024
3 Coaching Red Flags To Watch Out For
Last week I discussed the 3 main things you should look for in a coach. From leveraging technology, to embracing collaboration, and valuing your network, there are so many different things that come together to make a great coach. But as I’m...
08-08-2024
Looking For A Coach? Make Sure They Do These 3 Things
Every athlete wants to achieve greatness. You train hard, watch the pros, and remain consistent in your effort. You know what you have control over when it comes to improving your game. But what about the things you can’t control? What outside...
07-31-2024
Elevate Your Game: The Power of "Plan, Do, Review" for Athletes
Today I want to talk about what sets the elite apart from the rest… Their secret sauce to success. The best athletes in the world know that good practice isn’t just about showing up and going through the motions. It's about...
07-26-2024
What I Wish All Athletes Knew
I've had the opportunity to chat with countless athletes about their journey and experiences being coached. Throughout all these conversations, I always ask a simple, yet powerful question: What would you have done differently if you could...
07-25-2024
CoachNow Analyze - Key Benefits for Athletes
Looking to take your training to the next level with AI and video analysis tools? CoachNow Analyze is the solution for you. With our various, easy-to-use tools, you’ll be able to track your performance and improve faster than ever. So for...
07-18-2024
How to Practice Like a Pro
At the end of the day, every athlete dreams of becoming a pro. In my many years of coaching both amateurs and pros, I’ve noticed some key distinctions between how they approach practice and training.. And as a result I’ve also seen the patterns...
07-09-2024
The Power of Progress, Not Just Results
When athletes like you are caught up in training, mental health isn’t always your main priority - progress is. But rigorous practice is draining… and without setting aside time to focus on your mental health, you WILL burn out. Think of mental...
07-02-2024
"What's The Best Angle To Record Myself?" CoachNow Athlete AMA June 25, 2024
We get tons of questions from athletes all the time about how to maximize their use of CoachNow. Today, Spencer Dennis, the founder of CoachNow, is going to answer our most commonly asked questions! In this week's AMA, Spencer...
06-27-2024
CoachNow As A Training Journal
All athletes know how much time and dedication it takes to commit to training, day in and day out. From perfecting your swing to running drills on the court, and everything in between, quality practice and repetition is key to making every...
06-19-2024
Top 3 Tips to Unlock the Power of Spaces
In the world of athlete development, being intentional about your strategy to improve is critical for success. CoachNow was built from the ground up to enhance, consolidate, and accelerate your athletic journey. And the place where that happens...
06-13-2024
How to Use Your Private Cloud Library in CoachNow
In today’s world, file management can be a bit of a nightmare. But with CoachNow, all your files and media are saved securely in our Cloud Library and available at your fingertips. Your Cloud Library is incredibly useful. Simply knowing how to...
06-06-2024
Maximizing Skill Development: The Essential Role of Periodization
Recently, I’ve found that regardless of sport, the path to skill mastery is often misunderstood. Specifically, athletes often focus way too much time on constant technical changes, rather than working through a systemized process that helps them...
05-15-2024
Mastering the Art of Goal-Oriented Practice
Far too often, your practice sessions become reactive. You focus on what you’ve been working on, what's been going well, and what hasn’t. But this approach lacks a key component to any successful practice session: Goal-Orientation. Truth is,...
05-15-2024
The Transformative Power of Video Analysis for Athletes
Today, I'm diving into a topic that’s crucial for skill development: the transformative power of video analysis in sports. Think back to your last practice session or game… You know that feeling of giving it your all, only to wonder later if...
05-01-2024