Andy Kirkland, PhD, is a triathlon coach, sports physiologist, and lecturer in sports coaching at the University of Stirling. In this interview, Andy shares his perspectives on a number of topics related to coaching from his experience as a coach, coach educator, and as a part of various high-performance environments. 

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-Getting a degree in Sports Coaching, and the master's program at the University of Stirling

-Pathways into coaching, including graduate programs in coaching as compared to exercise science and physiology degrees

-Beyond training and physiology: what are the domains of expertise a good coach needs to have a good grasp on? 

-How to build good coach-athlete relationships

-The role for physiology in coaching, and common pitfalls in applying physiology

-How to continually improve your coaching practices and skills

 

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

• Andy's website, Twitter, and University of Stirling profile
• Training methods of Ethiopian runners with Michael Crawley | EP#275
• Out of Thin Air: Running Wisdom and Magic from Above the Clouds in Ethiopia - Michael Crawley's book
• Critical Power and VO2 kinetics with Mark Burnley, PhD | EP#257
• A Life Without Limits: A World Champion's Journey - Chrissie Wellington's book

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