When I get back from Trinidad I am going to start work on a new book on game changers. What is a game changer? A game changer is a person, idea, method or event that changed or is changing the way we train and play sport. Here are a few that I have so far:
- Nort Thornton- Swimming
- Doc Counsilman- Swimming and training in general
- Bob Hoffman- Strength Training
- Bob Gajda- Functional Training
- Lois Klatt- Functional Training and Evaluation
- John Jesse- Strength Training and Injury Prevention & Evaluation
- Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation- Rehab and Training
- Arthur Jones- Strength Training
- Chuck Coker- Training Throwers and Strength Training
- Bud Winter- Sprint Training
- Circuit Training – R.E. Morgan & G.T. Anderson (1953 Univ of Leeds)
Just a start, I am looking forward to working on this. There are many people and ideas that are out there that deserve recognition for originating the ideas, methods and concepts we use today. Many game changers have passed away. I plan to interview as many of those still living as possible, possibly compiling an oral history. I welcome your ideas and input.