This episode breaks down the practical mechanics of visualization for athletes, covering three powerful frameworks: PETTLEP (a comprehensive roadmap), Action Observation Motor Imagery (watch-then-visualize technique), and Functional Imagery Training (cue-based motivation). In the episode I provide actionable exercises and addresses common visualization barriers, making mental training accessible for any skill level.
0:00 Intro
3:23 Ways to improve your visualization ability
7:37 How to evaluate your progress
11:01 PETTLEP
14:30 A Word From Our Affiliates - Create and Jasper
16:30 Visualization Exercise
20:08 Action Observation Motor Imagery
24:48 Functional Imagery Training
30:18 Comparing the 3 Frameworks
31:39 Overcoming Common Visualization Barriers
36:25 Making Visualization a Habit
39:13 Technology Enhanced Visualization
42:37 Recap
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