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The Most Common Constraints I Use

The Most Common Constraints I Use

Update: 2025-11-25
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In this episode of The Coach Dave Love Podcast, we dive into the concept of constraints — one of the most powerful tools in modern coaching and skill acquisition.

Dave breaks down:

  • What constraints actually are, and how they’re used in shooting development

  • The different types and intentions behind constraints (e.g., to afford, stabilize, perturb)

  • A list of the most common constraints Dave uses with NBA players and youth athletes alike

Whether you’re new to the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) or looking to refine your application, this episode gives you real-world examples you can use immediately in your practices.

📽️ Related video: The Sandbox Analogy Explained

🎧 Want to have your question featured on the show? Record a voice note with your name, location, and coaching role, then email it to: podcast@coachdavelove.com

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The Most Common Constraints I Use

The Most Common Constraints I Use

NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love