Coaches often focus on what they can add to an athlete, but elite performance is often about removing barriers. If you can remove a limiting factor, you might unlock a new level of performance. This is the approach Jérome Simian used as strength and conditioning coach for the new decathlon world record holder Kevin Mayer. On this week's podcast, Simian explains his approach to analyzing athletes, creating a plan, and improving performance. For more information on this topic, read the complete show notes at: http://www.hmmrmedia.com/2018/09/hmmr-podcast-episode-173-the-limiting-factor-with-jerome-simian/

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