Below are a peer reviewed scientific studies proving the strength of the use of visualisation and hypnosis ( deep visualisation ) for improving sports performance
Guided imagery, visualization, mental rehearsal or self-hypnosis
Research shows that it may be possible to improve sports performance and even speed up healing by using specific mental skills and techniques, including imagery and self-hypnosis.
Read MorePositive Self Talk in Athletes Improves Performance
One of the simplest concepts of sports psychology is developing positive self-talk. Itβs also one of the hardest sports psychology skills to master.
Read MoreSports Psychology for Performance Anxiety
If feelings of nervousness, anxiety or fear interfere with your sports performance, learning to use a few tips from sports psychology may help you get your anxiety under control and reduce game-day nerves.
Read MoreMindfulness and self hypnosis to improve sports performance in runners
Mindfulness is the art of paying attention to the present moment, a useful skill when engaged in any form of physical exercise. Practicing mindfulness while running can help make your runs more enjoyable and effective, allowing you to savor the moment rather than anticipate the finish line.
Read MoreThe Importance of Positive Attitude for Athletes
Serious athletes devote hours to conditioning, honing skills, perfecting techniques for their particular sport, and practice, practice, practice. And it's true that physical training β and inherent talent β can take an athlete far.
Read MoreSeeing Is Believing: The Power of Visualization
Despite the great case for getting off our duffs, there are some amazingly cool and effective practices we can do from the comfort of our own recliners β without even budging a finger.
Read MorePsychological Imagery in Sport and Performance
Imagery, which can be used by anyone, is appealing to performers because it is executed individually and can be performed at anytime and anywhere. The breadth of the application of imagery is far reaching.
Read MoreHow Olympians Use Mental Imagery To Improve Success
As Olympians gear up for the 2016 Rio games, many of those athletes have been looking for a way to land on the podium at the summer games. All of the athletes are talented and physically gifted...
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