Building A Program with Clark Lacrosse Coach Jeff Cohen

Dan interviews Jeff Cohen, head lacrosse coach at Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. They discuss the importance of posture, body language, and mindset in athletic performance, and how these elements connect with broader themes of yoga and flow state. Cohen shares insights from his journey as both a player and a coach, emphasizing the cultural and competitive shifts within the Clark lacrosse program over the years. They also explore the integration of holistic practices, such as yoga, into sports training, and the impact of resources and mental conditioning on achieving peak performance. The conversation touches on the unique Clark experience, highlighting the benefits of the university’s academic programs and tight-knit community.

Topics

01:18 Meet Coach Jeff Cohen

02:09 Coach Cohen's Athletic Journey

05:00 Coaching Philosophy and Style

07:17 The Role of Mental State in Athletics

10:35 Insights from Dr. Joel Fish

14:58 Integrating Yoga and Athletics

23:41 Next Play Mentality: A Coaching Philosophy

24:43 Self-Study and the Food Journal

27:21 The Clark Experience: Unique Selling Points

34:21 Team Culture and Leadership

42:25 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Excitement

43:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Flow State Yoga