109 – Habit vs Skill: Which Should We Attempt to Develop in Performers?

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Is it better for an athlete to develop pre-formed, reflexive responses that operate outside of consciousness (in other words, habits)? Or should we be focusing on cultivating adaptive skills that involve reflection and awareness?
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