Thinking about sport differently: A miniseries podcast discussing the evolution of Sport Karate (Point Sparring) in North America and some issues within the sport
Episodes
Feb 27, 2021
Feb 27, 2021
4 min
Preface: The introduction to Elyse's Point Miniseries
I am feeling restless about the effects that the pandemic has on sport karate (specifically point sparring)... as a result I have launched a podcast that discusses elements of the sport! The episode outlines the purpose, the goal, and the structure of Elyse's Point. It also reviews my credentials and why I'm worth listening to.
It seems appropriate to launch this podcast during one of my favourite times of the year!
Be safe everyone!
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
https://www.instagram.com/embodiedmp/
(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Mar 1, 2021
Mar 1, 2021
12 min
Episode 1: Let's get into some of the Philosophy of Sport. This helps set the stage for how there are aspects of our sport that are amazing and how there are aspects that might be killing it. The first episode sets up the background for the topic, and I don’t talk about the actual sport in much detail. The focus for you is to try and listen to the episode and apply it to your personal experience within the point sparring aspect of sport karate. Especially the difference between the traditional karate aspects as well as the sport of karate aspects
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
https://www.instagram.com/embodiedmp/
(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Mar 8, 2021
Mar 8, 2021
14 min
Episode 2: What is the purpose of sport?
What is this idea of "real fighting"?? Why is it that when I tell people "I do karate" that they say "oh.. so that means you can beat me up?"
Uhmm... No? But it does mean that I have dedicated time and effort into a sport to try and excel at the highest level I can. Just like any other athlete!!
Let's get into the WHY of sport. Why do I do the sport that I do?
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Mar 15, 2021
Mar 15, 2021
20 min
Episode 3: Let's talk about rules.. and rules in rules. What marks the line between participant and nonparticipant in sport AND what makes rules so important (Who knew!)
Not to worry! We also talk about the two mistakenly similar types of fighting taught in karate: Kumite and Point Sparring
This is the last episode where we talk about the structure of sport (which can be challenging if you have never thought about it before).. next we talk about some different groups in the sport!
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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https://www.instagram.com/embodiedmp/
(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Mar 22, 2021
Mar 22, 2021
15 min
Episode 4: Let's talk about one of the most taken-for-granted groups. Specifically in competitive sport. What makes a good coach? Topics include:
- The difference between coach and teacher
- Coaching for live matches
- Coaching Adults
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Mar 29, 2021
17 min
Episode 5: Let's cooperate and understand females in sport and females in point sparring. Why do females drop out of the sport? This is not males vs. females. This is not solely a female issue.
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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Apr 5, 2021
Apr 5, 2021
18 min
Episode 6: Let's discuss those karate kids (8-25 year olds)! This episode is speaking to competitive sport and NOT recreational sport. Youth sport and early sport specialization can be heavy topics -- and I'm using extreme examples (that do occur) to illustrate my point. Keep in mind I'm not stating "kids can't play competitive sport", but I am discussing how: 1) kids need to grow (mentally and physically) with the sport, and 2) what athletic identity is. It's good information, and a good compass for if you have youth athletes in sport karate!
I include early 20s as "kids"... because research shows that the part of the brain that creates rational processes isn't fully developed until around 25 years old; the "act first, think later" mentality.
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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Apr 12, 2021
Apr 12, 2021
15 min
Episode 7: Let's talk about the outsider and the insider perspectives of sport.. Skill appraisal! How do you know when you're watching a skilled athlete? How do you know you're good at your sport? If you can't train or compete... how do you know? Time to find other ways to ground yourself... social media is not one of them.
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Apr 19, 2021
16 min
Episode 8: Let's talk about some of the influencing factors that affect the doers' and the viewers' perspective of sport karate. This is discussed through episode expert vs. novice knowledge, propagated information, and the actions within the game. How do all these contribute to what is regarded as a sport and what is regarded as a spectacle?
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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Apr 26, 2021
Apr 26, 2021
11 min
Episode 9: The final episode. Ending statements surrounding the questions of: What is the identity of sport karate point sparring?
Elyse Gorrell
PhD Candidate; MPC (CSPA-ACPS)
www.embodiedmentalperformance.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ElysesPoint
Youtube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKh_eedyxP0eilONX-7yjgw
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(Karate; Sport Karate; Sport Martial Arts; Martial Arts; Point Fighting; Point Sparring)
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