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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 57 MIN

The Advanced Ecological Approach w/ Rob Gray

from The Adaptable Athlete Podcast · host Javi Miller-Estrada

Send us Fan MailThe Modern Coach's Planner — built for coaches who think differently — Back!Order yours today at: https://thecoachjav.com/products/modern-coach-plannerIn this episode, coach Jav sits down with Rob Gray to explore what comes after the basics of ecological dynamics and the constraints-led approach.They discuss why “fundamentals first” thinking continues to persist in sport, how constraints can lose their effectiveness over time, and the difference between developing skill and maintaining it at higher levels of performance. Rob also shares practical insights from his work across multiple sports, including how to scale difficulty, design more representative practice environments, and avoid turning data into rigid technique prescriptions.This conversation is for coaches who are already experimenting with modern approaches and want to go deeper into how athletes actually adapt, learn, and perform.Don’t forget: The Modern Coach's Planner is now available for pre-order at https://thecoachjav.com/products/modern-coach-plannerSupport & ContactIf you enjoyed today’s episode, leave a review and share it with another coach or athlete who’d appreciate it. You can reach Coach Jav on social media at @thecoachjavor by email at [email protected] & LinksRob Gray – The Advanced Ecological ApproachRob Gray’s websiteThe Adaptable Athlete Podcast:EmergenceCredits: Song- "Starstruck" by Freebeats.io Let's Chat!Twitter: @thecoachjavIG: @thecoachjav

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Send us Fan Mail The Modern Coach's Planner — built for coaches who think differently — Back! Order yours today at: https://thecoachjav.com/products/modern-coach-planner In this episode, coach Jav sits down with Rob Gray to explore what comes after the basics of ecological dynamics and the constraints-led approach. They discuss why “fundamentals first” thinking continues to persist in sport, how constraints can lose their effectiveness over time, and the difference between developing skill ...

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