“All men can see the tactics whereby I conquer, but none can see the strategy out of which victory is evolved.” - Sun Tzu⁣

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“Strategies require thought. Tactics require observation.” - Patton⁣

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The terms tactic and strategy are often confused: tactics are the actual means used to gain an objective, while strategy is the overall campaign plan, which may involve complex operational patterns, activity, and decision-making that govern tactical execution⁣

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For our athletes, we start with their goals, then backward plan the strategy, and lastly, layer in the tactics.  ⁣

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In this episode we discuss:⁣

• Coaching strategy versus random tactics⁣

• Training for long term progression vs training for the ‘Gram⁣

• Well-meaning coaches who don’t understand the difference between strategy and tactics⁣

• ‘Accidental’ progress is different than sustainable improvement.⁣

• Tactics vs strategy in the world of strength and conditioning.⁣

• Tactics vs strategy in the world of CrossFit⁣

• The law of the instrument. Aka if you only have a hammer in your toolbox, everything looks like a nail. ⁣

• Our own lessons learned and changing our mental models. ⁣

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Take a listen and let us know what you think!