Coaches You Should Know- Dr. Craig Duncan [new podcast]

This podcast episode of ‘Coaches You Should Know’ features performance coach Dr. Craig Duncan.

Dr Craig Duncan is internationally recognized in the area of human performance.  Craig completed his undergraduate degree in human movement science and his PhD in sport and exercise science. He also has post graduate qualifications in education and is presently completing a masters in psychology.

Craig has lectured in the field of sport science for over 12 years and has focused on the areas of growth and development of the elite athlete and maximizing athletic potential.  He has specialized in the sport of football (soccer) and has consulted to the football federation of Australia and is presently head of human performance at Sydney FC.

To find out more about Coach Duncan visit www.drcraigduncan.com.

Below are a few topics from our discussion:

How did you become a coach?

What are your roles with Sydney FC?

The importance of relationships with staff and players

What are a few of your more ‘fun tools’ that you get to use on a daily basis?

What’s an example of a fitness test that you would suggest coaches use with soccer?

What are some of the more common fitness mistakes that young coaches make?

The importance of recovery and mental performance

What does a sports scientist actually do?  

Plus more!

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