Question

Visualization training is vital because it __________. A. allows the athlete to imagine success B. increases the athlete's ability to focus C. helps the athlete focus on goals D. all of the above

Answer 1

Answer;

D. all of the above

• Allows the athlete to imagine success
• increases the athlete's ability to focus
• Helps the athlete focus on goals

Explanation;

Visualization is the process of creating a mental image or intention of what you want to happen or feel in reality. An athlete can use this technique to 'intend' an outcome of a race or training session, or simply to rest in a relaxed feeling of calm and well-being.

Visualization can help boost one's performance in various ways, these includes;

• Visualization decrease stress and reduces performance anxiety.
• Visualization boosts confidence.
• Visualization improves your abilities.
• Visualization alleviates pain & helps you heal faster.
• Visualization enhances motivation.

Answer 2

D is the correct answer. Visualisation training helps the athlete imagine their success, increases their ability to focus on the success that they can visualise and helps them focus on the goals that will enable them to be successful.