Attention and focus

Ever tried really hard to focus… and somehow ended up mentally planning what you’re going to wear to your grandma’s 80th birthday party instead? Yeah. Same. Athletes often think “focus” means forcing themselves to concentrate harder. Like clenching your brain muscles until performance magically appears. In reality, attention doesn’t work like that. It wanders and drifts , and that’s okay; it’s literally supposed to. It’s super hard (if not impossible) to completely stop you

If you’ve ever caught yourself daydreaming about scoring the winning goal or smashing a perfect routine, congrats! you’re already dabbling in visualisation techniques. But in sport psychology, this isn't just fantasising. Visualisation (or mental imagery) is a powerful, science-backed tool that athletes use to boost performance, accelerate recovery, and sharpen skills, without even breaking a sweat. Let’s dive into the why, when, and how of this mental magic. What is Visualis

When athletes think about recovery, they usually focus on the physical side - stretching, ice baths, sleep, and nutrition. All of these are crucial, of course. However, there's another aspect of recovery that often gets overlooked: mental recovery . If you want to perform at your best, it’s not enough to rest your body. You need to rest your mind too. Ignoring mental recovery can quietly wear you down. It affects your focus, your confidence, and even your love for your sport.