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Historic Performance Podcast #20 - Chris Wright
Category: Sports & Recreation
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Publish Date: 2015-12-29 02:01:17
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In the 20th episode of the Historic Performance Podcast, I interview Chris Wright.  Chris is the U-21 Sports Scientist at Birmingham City Football Club.

I was introduced to Chris by Nathan Bullock, a former Lead Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach at Manchester City Football Club, who was previously featured on the podcast.

In this episode, Chris talks about his transition from being a technical coach and manager to a sports scientist, how to establish and build relationships with players & other coaches, and how data is used at Birmingham City to improve field & gym based training sessions..

Overview of Podcast Episode

Here is a brief outline of what we covered in the show - 

  • Chris's Education and Background
  • Overview of sports science department at Birmingham City FC
  • Responsibilities and lessons learned being the Head Men's Football Coach at the University of Birmingham
  • Making the switch from technical coach to sports scientist
  • U-21 Team - Data Collection
  • How data is used to enhance and improve field based fitness and gym based S&C sessions
  • How to prepare a U-21 player for the physical demands of English Championship football?
  • Relationship Building - Mistakes & Advice
  • Recommendations for young S&C coaches
  • How to contact?

Connect with Chris

Twitter: @Chris87Wright

LinkedIn: Chris Wright

E-mail: Chris Wright

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