#49 - Pitching and Punching - Pittsburg Pirate Coach John Baker on an eco approach to Baseball, BJJ & MMA skill development.

#49 - Pitching and Punching - Pittsburg Pirate Coach John Baker on an eco approach to Baseball, BJJ & MMA skill development.

Author: Scott Sievewright and Ben Schultz May 30, 2024 Duration: 1:42:54
Send us Fan Mail Today's chat was with Pittsburgh Pirate's coach John Baker John is a former MLB player and current performance and skills coach alongside Andy Bass in the Pirates Baseball organization. Also a BJJ purple belt, Ecological dynamics advocate and MMA fan. We had a fun chat covering all things eco, baseball and combat sports.

Hosted by Scott Sievewright and Ben Schultz, Learning to Fight! Conversations in Combat Skill digs into the real work behind mastering mixed martial arts. This isn't just another interview show; it's a focused dialogue between coaches, elite athletes, and sports scientists, all aimed at deconstructing how effective training is built. You'll hear detailed conversations about practice design, where theory meets the mats, exploring the nuanced science of how skills are truly acquired. The central thread running through each episode is a practical, urgent question: how can we accelerate progress and get better in a smarter, more sustainable way? Joining the regular hosts is Coach Adam Singer from SBG Athens, adding another layer of experienced insight. By weaving together perspectives on motor learning, the psychology of performance, and the raw experiences of training camps, this podcast provides a unique resource for anyone serious about the art and discipline of combat sports. Whether you're a fighter, a coach, or simply fascinated by the mechanics of high performance, these conversations offer actionable ideas and a deeper understanding of the journey from novice to mastery. Tune in for a thoughtful, science-backed look at the relentless pursuit of improvement.
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Learning to Fight - Episode 19 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:00
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Learning to Fight - Forrest Griffin - Episode 18 - Round 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:42
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Learning to Fight - Forrest Griffin - Episode 17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:49
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Learning to Fight - Episode 16 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:05
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Learning to Fight - Dr Steve Smith - Episode 15 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:07
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Learning to Fight - Rory Singer  - Episode 14 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:59
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Learning to Fight - Matt Thornton - Episode 13 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:45
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Learning to Fight -  Marco Perazzo - Episode 12 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:42
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Learning to Fight - Episode 11 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:29
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Learning to Fight - The Emergence Boys - Episode 10 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:42:50
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