Myths Around Training With Injuries-Darius Johnson UAB S&C Coach

You can't avoid the weight room if you truly want to start to tap into your full potential. One of the ways some players like to avoid the weight room is when they get hurt or injured, but that mindset hurts your game more than it helps it. I brought in Darius Johnson who is the University of Alabama in Birmingham Women's Basketball Strength and Conditioning Coach, to break 3 big myths around this then he walks down how players can train around injury then that path to recovery. Chapters 00:00 The Role of a Strength and Conditioning Coach 02:57 Assessing and Addressing Injuries 05:55 Managing Player Workload 08:51 Collaboration with Athletic Trainers and Coaches 11:56 Stress Load Management and Recovery Process 36:45 Injury Recovery and Stability 40:14 Training for Athletic Performance 48:39 Mental Readiness and Identity 01:04:58 Navigating Social Media Influence 01:06:59 The Role of a Strength Coach