The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast

#38 - 'It takes two to Tango' - Professor Alan Dunton on 'information rich' training practice to develop metastability.

May 18, 2023 Scott Sievewright and Ben Schultz
#38 - 'It takes two to Tango' - Professor Alan Dunton on 'information rich' training practice to develop metastability.
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#38 - 'It takes two to Tango' - Professor Alan Dunton on 'information rich' training practice to develop metastability.
May 18, 2023
Scott Sievewright and Ben Schultz

Professor Alan Dunton is back. Alan is a lecturer and researcher at MTU Cork, Ireland. With a PhD in Skill Acquisitor and having been a long time martial artist himself and a National TKD team competitor, Alan is well informed on both the theory and practical sides of the sport and training. 

Alan and I discuss developing metastability.  Metastability occurs when an athlete is able to maintain a stable position or movement pattern while simultaneously having the flexibility and adaptability to respond and adjust to a highly dynamic environment and conditions (Think Fighting). It can characterized by a delicate balance between stability and instability, allowing for efficient and effective performance.

We also discuss the limitations of pad and bag work as they pertain to skill development. 

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Professor Alan Dunton is back. Alan is a lecturer and researcher at MTU Cork, Ireland. With a PhD in Skill Acquisitor and having been a long time martial artist himself and a National TKD team competitor, Alan is well informed on both the theory and practical sides of the sport and training. 

Alan and I discuss developing metastability.  Metastability occurs when an athlete is able to maintain a stable position or movement pattern while simultaneously having the flexibility and adaptability to respond and adjust to a highly dynamic environment and conditions (Think Fighting). It can characterized by a delicate balance between stability and instability, allowing for efficient and effective performance.

We also discuss the limitations of pad and bag work as they pertain to skill development.