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Get Better at Beach Volleyball

By: Mark Burik & Brandon Joyner
  • Summary

  • Learn high level techniques, tactics and mindsets from the best coaches and players in the game.
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Episodes
  • Episode #100: You know why you HAVEN'T WON but do you have a plan to FIX IT? | Private Lesson from The Complete Player Program
    Apr 17 2024

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    Summary

    Mark Burik is having a conversation with Ryan about his goals in beach volleyball. Ryan wants to improve his skills and become competitive in open level tournaments. He is currently playing at the double A level and wants to work towards winning a double A tournament. Mark suggests that Ryan focuses on improving his passing skills, as he feels less confident in that area. Mark advises Ryan to prioritize serve receive practice and set a goal of getting at least 200 non-game passes per week. He also encourages Ryan to organize practice sessions with other players to get more reps and improve his skills. The conversation revolves around the importance of getting enough practice reps in volleyball, specifically focusing on serve-receive. The speaker discusses the challenges of finding people to practice with and the need for a dedicated group to improve skills. They also touch on the benefits of posting on social media to find like-minded individuals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of repetition and deliberate practice in improving specific skills. The speaker also mentions the potential benefits of moving to a location with a high concentration of skilled players for easier access to training opportunities. ....

    Takeaways

    Set specific goals to track progress and stay motivated. Focus on improving weaker areas, such as passing skills. Prioritize serve receive practice to become more confident in passing. Organize practice sessions with other players to get more reps and improve skills. Finding a dedicated group of practice partners is crucial for improving skills in volleyball. Posting on social media can help connect with like-minded individuals for practice sessions. Repetition and deliberate practice are key to improving specific skills, such as serve-receive. Moving to a location with a high concentration of skilled players can provide easier access to training opportunities. ....

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Setting Goals

    10:56 Putting Targets on Opponents' Backs

    28:34 The Importance of Practice Reps

    35:28 The Challenge of Being a Self-Starter

    44:55 The Power of Saying No

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    50 mins
  • Episode #99 - "Make It Move" W/ Nathan Michaels (Devour Fitness)
    Apr 10 2024

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    🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills
    🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players
    🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB Arguments & Rule Disputes
    🔥My Top 20 Lessons Learned From 15 Years As Professional Volleyball Player
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    SummaryIn this episode, Mark Burik interviews Nathan Michaels, a trainer who specializes in training beach volleyball athletes. They discuss the growth of beach volleyball and the differences between training for indoor and beach volleyball. They also talk about common injuries in volleyball and how to prevent and recover from them. Nathan emphasizes the importance of strength training and mobility for injury prevention and performance improvement. He also provides tips for finding a knowledgeable trainer and balancing training and playing volleyball. In this conversation, Nathan Michaels and Mark Burik discuss the importance of strength training for volleyball players. They emphasize the need for athletes to move weights quickly, regardless of the load, in order to develop athleticism. They also discuss the use of velocity tracking to determine the appropriate speed for lifting. They highlight the importance of focusing on sport-specific adaptations rather than body composition. They also touch on the significance of rest and recovery, the role of soreness as an indicator of progress, and the importance of individualizing training programs based on body type and goals. Keywordsbeach volleyball, training, athletes, injuries, strength training, mobility, recovery, strength training, athleticism, velocity tracking, speed, sport-specific adaptations, rest and recovery, soreness, individualization

    Takeaways
    • Beach volleyball is growing rapidly, and junior players are becoming increasingly competitive and skilled.
    • Injuries in volleyball, such as knee, hip, and low back pain, can be prevented or managed through strength training and mobility exercises.
    • Finding a knowledgeable trainer who listens to your goals and needs is crucial for effective training.
    • Training on sand can be beneficial for rehab and conditioning, but it should be balanced with training on hard surfaces to avoid overuse injuries.
    • Balancing training and playing is important to prevent fatigue and optimize performance. Move weights quickly to develop athleticism
    • Use velocity tracking to determine appropriate lifting speed
    • Focus on sport-specific adaptations rather than body composition
    • Rest and recovery are crucial for optimal performance
    • Soreness is not always an indicator of progress
    • Individualize training programs based on body type and goals Titles
    • Preventing and Managing Injuries in Volleyball
    • The Importance of Strength Training and Mobility The Role of Rest and Recovery
    • The Importance of Lifting Speed Sound Bites
    • "The difference between a double A adult and a 15 year old junior girl who has been training for three or four years, they're not even on the same playing field."
    • "You can't go wrong with strong."
    • "The braking systems for beach athletes tends to be quite a bit higher than when I'm comparing to some of the NBA line stats that I have access to."
    • "Move the weight, make it move"
    • "Ego doesn't matter"
    • "Use velocity tracking to determine the range to work in"

    Chapters
    00:00Introduction and Upcoming Events
    03:19Fitness Talk Begins
    04:14The Growth of Beach Volleyball and the Rise of Junior Players
    09:10Preventing and Managing Injuries in Volleyball
    25:12Training on Sand vs. Hard Surface
    32:12Finding a Knowledgeable Trainer for Effective Training
    34:40Balancing Training and Playing for Optimal Performance
    36:11Developing Athleticism through Strength Training
    38:21The Importance of Lifting Speed
    41:00Sport-Specific Adaptations vs. Body Composition
    43:18The Role of Rest and Recovery
    47:47Soreness as an Indicator of Progress
    49:53Individualizing Training Programs

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode #98 What Are Volleyball Coaches Missing? Complete Coach Academy Sneak Peek
    Apr 10 2024

    This was a webinar/mastermind taken from our very first Complete Coach Academy meeting! If you want to join the Complete Coach Academy, you can learn more and sign up here: www.betteratbeach.com/team

    Mark Burik discusses his mission to make coaching easier and bridge the gap between conversations in the volleyball community. He shares his experience teaching adults and the importance of equipping coaches with knowledge and systems. He emphasizes the need to train coaches to put out quality service and product and shares his journey of writing down his coaching methods. He also discusses the challenges of coaching players with different skill levels and suggests using compliment players and level testing to address skill gaps. He provides strategies for helping players connect the dots and make changes in their technique.

    The conversation covers topics such as planning and organizing a beach club, creating coaching manuals, setting expectations for players and parents, and managing different skill levels within a group. The importance of effective communication and consistent language among coaches and players is emphasized. The need for individualized goals and drills to accommodate different skill levels is discussed. The conversation also touches on the benefits of bringing in professional players and coaches to inspire and motivate young players.

    Takeaways

    The mission is to make coaching easier and bridge the gap between conversations in the volleyball community.

    Equipping coaches with knowledge and systems is crucial for providing quality service and product. Using compliment players and level testing can help address skill gaps in a team.

    Helping players connect the dots and make changes in their technique can be achieved through the yes, no, maybe question and contrast training.

    The library of drills and buildups provided by Mark Burik has been helpful for coaches at different levels.

    Create a coaching manual with practice plans and consistent language to ensure all coaches are on the same page.

    Set clear expectations for players and parents through contracts and communicate them effectively.

    Design drills and goals that cater to different skill levels within a group to provide a positive and challenging experience for all players.

    Utilize professional players and coaches to inspire and motivate young players.

    Regularly communicate and huddle with coaches to address any issues and ensure everyone is aligned.

    Plan and organize the club's season and training schedule to peak at the desired tournaments or championships.

    00:00 Introduction

    07:44 Equipping Coaches with Knowledge and Systems

    14:59 Bridging the Gap in Conversations

    38:00 Helping Players Connect the Dots

    54:26 Creating Effective Coaching Manuals and Setting Expectations

    01:08:55 Managing Different Skill Levels within a Group

    01:20:33 Strategic Planning for Season and Tournament Success

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    1 hr and 12 mins

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