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The Simple Science of Visualization (And How to Actually Do It With Your Team)


Season 1 Episode 31


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Coaches, if you’ve wondered whether visualization actually moves the needle for high school athletes, this is your playbook. I unpack the simple sports psychology behind it, then show you exactly how to run fast, effective visualization drills your players will buy into—so they’re calmer, more confident, and ready for big games and pressure moments. 🧠⚡️

I’m Coach Bre, a mental performance coach for girl athletes, Co-Founder of The Elite Competitor, and a long-time head volleyball coach and 4-time state champion. 🏐🏆

🎯 In this video you’ll learn:
✔️ Why visualization works (the brain treats it like real reps)
✔️ How to introduce it without awkwardness
✔️ 3 simple prompts for skills, pressure resets, and pre-game calm
✔️ A 5-minute daily routine (BRAVE) that locks in focus
✔️ Quick drills you can run in practice, on the bus, or in the locker room
✔️ How to pair visualization with a 2-second SnapBack reset for faster recovery

🕓 Key Moments
00:00 Introduction to Visualization
01:14 The Science Behind Visualization
03:24 Benefits of Visualization for Athletes
06:29 Implementing Visualization in Practice
09:19 Visualization Before Games
11:05 Success Stories: State Championships
15:09 Overcoming Awkwardness and Resistance
17:26 Final Tips and Resources

Why this matters: Athletes don’t rise to the occasion—they fall to the level of their mental performance. Use these coaching strategies to build real mental toughness, faster resets, and peak performance when the lights are brightest.

📢 Coaches — comment below: Which visualization prompt will you try first (skill rep, pressure reset, or pre-game calm)?👇

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