Uses of Imagery
How can you use imagery to improve concentration?
Imagine yourself in situations where you often lose your concentration and then imagine yourself staying calm and composed.
Modality
the senses used in imagery- auditory, visual, tactical, olfactory, and kinesthetic
Involves overcoming barriers for a specific situation
Nature of Task
How can you use imagery to enhance motivation?
Imagine yourself after performing the task and how good it will feel to just finish, something similar to that.
Perspective
the visual perspective taken- first person (internal) or third person (external)
The ____ of the performer can affect imagery effectiveness.
Skill level
How can you use imagery to build confidence?
Imagine yourself focused in a challenging situation and excelling.
Angle
The viewing angle when imaging from an external perspective - above, behind, front, or side
Trouble with creating images and feelings with
Imagining ability
How can you use imagery in controlling emotions?
Lower level of arousal - visualizing and feeling a relaxing scene
Agency
The author or agent of the behavior being imagined - one’s self or another person
This technique will help to align motor skills with psychological skills
Using imagery along with physical practice
How can you use imagery to work on technique?
Before competition, imagine the necessary steps and right movements and how you feel while performing them, etc.
Deliberation
the degree to which imagery is deliberate or spontaneous (triggered)
This factor can be negative or positive in your imagery ability.
Personality