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12-12-2017, 05:50 AM
https://www.pezcyclingnews.com/toolbox/toolbox-transformational-coaching/#.Wi-_zGJMGEc
Idealized Influence This one is pretty obvious to the point of being cliché, but it’s the classic “practice what you preach.” If you expect your athletes to be on time, are you also on time? If you ask your athletes to beware of proper nutrition, do you order alcohol and dessert regularly at team dinners?
Inspirational motivation
Person-focused, not Athlete-focused Regardless of age, the focus should be on developing the athlete as a person, rather than simply treating the athlete as a mean to an end (performance). Think of a coach like John Wooden.
Intellectual Stimulation Coaching should be a shared journey of learning, not a rut. Both the coach and the athlete should be bringing new ideas to the table and sharing in them.
Show Vulnerability & Humility Coaches sometimes err by adopting an aura of invincibility, where athletes are not allowed to question. Instead, don’t be afraid to show that your human side.
Implement Collective Vision Treat the pursuit of excellence as a group pursuit. Involve the athlete in the entire support network behind their pursuit, including coaches, friends, family, and teammates.
Elicit Athlete Input and Sharing Decision Making and Discuss Goals & Expectations This falls in with showing humility and implementing a collective vision. While many athletes simply want to know what to do on their next ride, it’s a much stronger coach-athlete relationship when the entire group shares input.
Discuss/Model Pro-social Values/Behaviours Even as a coach, be a good teammate and citizen.
Meaningful Challenges Don’t accept the status quo. Challenge your athlete to stretch beyond their limits, day to day and year after year.
Emphasizing Learning ProcessThe emphasis throughout the entire journey should remain on learning and the process, rather than just results.
Show Interest in Athlete Feelings & Perspective This falls in with the idea of being person-focused along with involving athletes in the decision process. The athlete will trust you far more if you take an interest in them as a person rather than simply as a vessel for containing your infinite wisdom.
Express Confidence in Athlete’s Abilities and Recognize Accomplishments & Contributions This is not about giving daily gold stars or participation medals. Rather, take time to celebrate success, both small or large.
Group Dynamics
Another interesting point raised by Dr. Coté was that of group dynamics. Sports can’t be just about performance, but rather it takes place within the social context of a group. While the lone wolf star does exist, they are pretty rare. Rather, one of the key catalysts for success is a critical mass of “fellow travellers.”
If a cyclist is in an environment where nobody around them understands cycling, there’s nobody to ride with, and there’s no successful role models, it becomes much harder to sustain the lifestyle and training that leads to success. This becomes much easier when there’s a group pushing each other to succeed.
Within this group perspective, a coach needs to see the big picture contribution of each member. In a triathlon context, there may be a team or training group member who may not be that promising as an overall triathlete. However, he or she may be the best swimmer that ultimately raises everyone’s swimming abilities. Or they may be the one who will motivate others to train regardless of the weather.
The main message for coaches here is that, while resources (time, money, etc.) may be limited, it may be unwise to let performance be the sole determinant for inclusion into a training group, development squad, or even professional team.
Summary
In cycling coaching, there is much more to performance than simply having the requisite knowledge. So much of success is tied to real engagement and involvement in the coach-athlete relationship
Idealized Influence This one is pretty obvious to the point of being cliché, but it’s the classic “practice what you preach.” If you expect your athletes to be on time, are you also on time? If you ask your athletes to beware of proper nutrition, do you order alcohol and dessert regularly at team dinners?
Inspirational motivation
Person-focused, not Athlete-focused Regardless of age, the focus should be on developing the athlete as a person, rather than simply treating the athlete as a mean to an end (performance). Think of a coach like John Wooden.
Intellectual Stimulation Coaching should be a shared journey of learning, not a rut. Both the coach and the athlete should be bringing new ideas to the table and sharing in them.
Show Vulnerability & Humility Coaches sometimes err by adopting an aura of invincibility, where athletes are not allowed to question. Instead, don’t be afraid to show that your human side.
Implement Collective Vision Treat the pursuit of excellence as a group pursuit. Involve the athlete in the entire support network behind their pursuit, including coaches, friends, family, and teammates.
Elicit Athlete Input and Sharing Decision Making and Discuss Goals & Expectations This falls in with showing humility and implementing a collective vision. While many athletes simply want to know what to do on their next ride, it’s a much stronger coach-athlete relationship when the entire group shares input.
Discuss/Model Pro-social Values/Behaviours Even as a coach, be a good teammate and citizen.
Meaningful Challenges Don’t accept the status quo. Challenge your athlete to stretch beyond their limits, day to day and year after year.
Emphasizing Learning ProcessThe emphasis throughout the entire journey should remain on learning and the process, rather than just results.
Show Interest in Athlete Feelings & Perspective This falls in with the idea of being person-focused along with involving athletes in the decision process. The athlete will trust you far more if you take an interest in them as a person rather than simply as a vessel for containing your infinite wisdom.
Express Confidence in Athlete’s Abilities and Recognize Accomplishments & Contributions This is not about giving daily gold stars or participation medals. Rather, take time to celebrate success, both small or large.
Group Dynamics
Another interesting point raised by Dr. Coté was that of group dynamics. Sports can’t be just about performance, but rather it takes place within the social context of a group. While the lone wolf star does exist, they are pretty rare. Rather, one of the key catalysts for success is a critical mass of “fellow travellers.”
If a cyclist is in an environment where nobody around them understands cycling, there’s nobody to ride with, and there’s no successful role models, it becomes much harder to sustain the lifestyle and training that leads to success. This becomes much easier when there’s a group pushing each other to succeed.
Within this group perspective, a coach needs to see the big picture contribution of each member. In a triathlon context, there may be a team or training group member who may not be that promising as an overall triathlete. However, he or she may be the best swimmer that ultimately raises everyone’s swimming abilities. Or they may be the one who will motivate others to train regardless of the weather.
The main message for coaches here is that, while resources (time, money, etc.) may be limited, it may be unwise to let performance be the sole determinant for inclusion into a training group, development squad, or even professional team.
Summary
In cycling coaching, there is much more to performance than simply having the requisite knowledge. So much of success is tied to real engagement and involvement in the coach-athlete relationship