How Does Imagery Help In Sport?
Vol.7,No.2(2013)
This paper deals with the possibilities of using imagery (imagination) in sports to improve performance by psychological means. This mental technique is often used by athletes to improve their sports performance. It is also used as an intervention technique by sports psychologists and more recently coaches for athletes. Abroad, the Training schedule of imagery in sports psychology training is widely developed. The number of researchers dealing with this technique of imagery in sport psychology is rising. The essence is to create a mental image of the highest quality, and a vivid picture of successful execution of what we want to improve in our performance. This paper deals with the theoretical aspects of the imagery, its characteristics, structure and detailed aspects of its use in sports.
imagery; imagination; mental training; vizualization; sport psychology
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