Dr. Craig Harrison
Craig’s passion is helping athletes become the best that they can be. In February 2014, Craig completed his PhD, with a focus on athlete development, at AUT University and lead Athlete Development from 2010 to 2019.
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Effective all around the court, Roger Federer is renowned for his exceptional footwork and apparent effortless movement.
But where do these abilities come from? More tennis?
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EP 64 – Jo Kember – Developing Movement Skill in Primary...
Today on the show I’m joined by Jo Kember, the Leader of Learning at Whangaparaoa School, on the peninsula 30 minutes north of Auckland....
The thing about feedback
We could express our approval for someone or something and acknowledge success. Or, we could state something to be true, something already there inside,...
Optimising the output?
Thousands of years ago, the Ancient Greeks incorporated competitive sport as a central part of their culture.
Over time, it became increasingly organised and regulated....
The Story of Culture
The school team.
The club team.
The courts down the street.
The private academy.
Every environment comes with a story. A story of the beliefs and behaviours of...
EP 63 – Will Roberts and Danny Newcombe – Physical Literacy,...
Today on the show I’m joined by Will Roberts (@w_roberts6) and Danny Newcombe (@dannynewcombe). Will and Danny spend considerable time thinking about how best...
When esteem is tied to achievement
Our experiences determine how we see the world. What we value, think is right and wrong, and what we believe is best for the...
Barriers to your athlete’s A game
Every sport has unique movement demands.
Take basketball, for example. Here is a list of the physical skills required to play the game:
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EP 62 – Richie Patterson – Where Strength Comes from
"The excitement I get as coach far exceeds what I get as an athlete. To help others push their boundaries and overcome obstacles is...
How winning gets in the way of development
Sporting success relies on three important qualities.
The first is speed of implementation. In the heat of the battle, acting quickly, almost without thinking, can...
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5 Reasons Why Competition is Good (and bad) for your Child
What does the word ‘competition’ bring to mind? Is all competition a good thing? How do you distinguish between helpful competition and that which...
50 Questions Every Youth Athlete Should Ask Themselves
Asking good questions is an excellent way to assess your performance and become more in tune with what to focus on to get better.
At...
Implementing a set programme into your swim sessions
Training sets and fitness goals are a great way to improve your current swimming ability. More often than not, I see people swimming lap...
Weight training and cardio – together or separate?
Which should I do first - cardio or weights? Is doing cardio better than lifting weights for me? These are two questions I’ve found...
How to use a pull buoy in your swim training
When you are at the pool you might see people in the water using a range of equipment, and wonder what the benefits are...
