Visualization is an ability to mentally rehearse an excellent performance or an intended outcome. This technique helps golfers and athletes in goal setting as well as goal achievement. By mentally rehearsing their goals, golfers obtain the feeling of achieving them. The goal can be anything from a perfect shot, good muscle strength, eliminating mind barriers [...]

Neuro-linguistic programming or NLP is set of therapeutic techniques used to program the unconscious. The purpose is to improve the behavioral patterns of the subject to help him deal with phobias, psychosomatic illnesses and depression. Neuro-linguistic programming can be successfully implemented in the education, sports and health sectors. Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Performance Enhancement In the [...]

The development and enhancement of players’ mental toughness has been one of the major areas of research in sports psychology. Pioneers in sports psychology have devised innovative mental training techniques to condition the mind to perform under stress and facilitate high concentration span. Mental Toughness: The Secret behind Tiger Woods’ Success Did you know that [...]

Injuries are a part of virtually every sport, and golf is no exception. One of the biggest mistakes that golfers do, in case of injury before the competition, is to ignore the pain. This actually aggravates the pain, with the repetitive motions worsening the impact on joints and muscles. Swing mechanics and proper conditioning can [...]

Nearly every golf player, who has attained an above-average performance level, practices some kind of visualization technique to improve his game. Visualization and mental training helps golfers enhance their self-confidence by creating clear mental imagery of their shots. This helps them play their shots with the same involvement and intensity. Techniques of Visualization The main [...]