Okay, now that we are all on the same page here, let’s examine some efective techniques to keep us going stronger, longer.
VISUALISE PERFECT PERFORMANCE
Accredited sports research has shown that athletes who visualise the details of their speciic physical goals perform much better than those who don’t! To really fortify and multiply your progress and achievement at every level, you must visualise every aspect of your training.he best time to do this is at night as you lie in bed before you go to sleep.
Close your eyes and imagine yourself performing your favourite exercises in intricate detail. Actually visualise yourself doing many push-ups or squats – see and ‘feel’ every millimetre. It sounds simple, but it actually takes mental ability and dedication. Test how many ‘push-ups’ (or any exercise) you can do in your mind before you lose focus. Always try to ‘better’ your last performance.
In training to break various world records I always graphically visualised every aspect of the task ahead of me, especially in regard to the most diicult elements which seemed beyond my physical capability at the time. But don’t just take my word for it, simply watch any Olympic gymnast before they begin their loor routine; you can actually see them thinking and visualising every single element, move and technique they are about to perform. Of course, the truth is that they have already visualised it to perfection thousands of times before, creating rock hard psychological capital that will accurately inform their every muscle.
Celebrate all your hard work so far by doing something special for yourself. Book in a massage or go have a spa or sauna. Do something you wouldn’t ordinarily do so you will remember the moment.
BE SPECIFIC
If you want to succeed in anything, being vague is never okay. You must be very precise about what you want to achieve. If you are too unclear when formulating your goals then it will be diicult to know when you are making achievements. Your goal should describe your desired end point.his needs to be very clear in order for you to know when you have got there. Start a training blog so you can set goals and document your progress.
MAKE IT MEASURABLE
Size matters. You must be able to measure the progress you are making. Ask yourself: How am I progressing? Who else can you consider asking for feedback? Can you ask a friend or family member to check in with you? Listen to your instincts; what does your gut feeling tell you? How could you change the way you are working to ensure greater efectiveness? Remember, you must continuously assess and reassess your milestones.
CELEBRATE YOUR DAILY WINS
Celebrate your training ‘wins’ every day. Every step, every push-up, every completed session is a genuine win for your mind and your body. Especially if you do one more rep or inish one second quicker. Punch the air after your session and yell “YES!” You are also entitled to think very loudly in your mind ‘I am so freakin’ awesome!’ You may also think this and even verbalise it in the shower every morning, so long as you stick to your plan! With each passing day of training success, praise yourself!
BE REALISTIC
Go for gold, but don’t go for the impossible! Ensure your goals are realistic and achievable. You may need to adjust the method you are using to work toward your goals. But be careful; this is not your excuse to water down your ambitions. Don’t be timid, just check with yourself that your plan is possible.
WIN!
By staying true to your dreams and completing your training program you will be the winner; you will make it happen. You will create genuine personal pride and self-esteem; this is priceless, but yours for the taking. Now go for it and discover how wonderful and satisfying life can be when you take control.
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