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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