EPISODE · Jun 30, 2025 · 1H 1M
Training vs. Competing: The Performance Trade-Off Explained
from KIMEcast · host KIME Performance
Why do some D1 athletes come back slower and weaker after a season? In this episode, Dr. Tony Mikla and Russ Dunning break down the critical trade-offs between human performance metrics (like strength, speed, and power) and sport-specific performance (like IQ, conditioning, and durability).They discuss:The “performance seesaw” between raw athleticism and game readinessHow youth sports development often sacrifices long-term gains for short-term winsThe importance of multi-sport participation vs. early specializationWhy strength declines in-season—and what to do about itKIME’s philosophy on balancing protocols with principle-based coachingWhether you’re a coach, clinician, parent, or athlete, this episode challenges how we define success in training and competition.📌 Subscribe for more insights on performance, rehab, and movement science.
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Why do some D1 athletes come back slower and weaker after a season? In this episode, Dr. Tony Mikla and Russ Dunning break down the critical trade-offs between human performance metrics (like strength, speed, and power) and sport-specific performance (like IQ, conditioning, and durability).They discuss:The “performance seesaw” between raw athleticism and game readinessHow youth sports development often sacrifices long-term gains for short-term winsThe importance of multi-sport participation vs. early specializationWhy strength declines in-season—and what to do about itKIME’s philosophy on balancing protocols with principle-based coachingWhether you’re a coach, clinician, parent, or athlete, this episode challenges how we define success in training and competition.📌 Subscribe for more insights on performance, rehab, and movement science.
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