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In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, Simon Thomas shares his extensive experience in sports training, particularly in rugby and his transition to baseball.
He discusses the cultural differences between rugby and American sports, the importance of team dynamics, and the principles of training that apply across different sports.
Simon emphasizes the significance of impulse, power, and momentum in athletic performance, and how to balance size and speed in training. He also highlights the importance of transfer and carryover in training, conditioning strategies for repeatability and power endurance, and the need for continuous improvement in athletes.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Simon Thomas and His Background
02:30 Success Factors of the Crusaders Rugby Team
05:07 Cultural Differences in Sports: Rugby vs. American Sports
07:49 Impulse, Power, and Momentum in Collision Sports
10:22 Training for Size Without Losing Speed
13:07 Mindset and Competition in Sports Training
24:14 The Role of Strength and Conditioning in Sports Performance
28:32 Measuring Impact: Transfer and Carryover in Training
32:12 Repeatability and Conditioning: Balancing Power and Endurance
38:14 Building Aerobic Capacity: The Importance of Base Fitness
43:42 Progression Over Perfection: Setting Realistic Goals
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