Mental training

Utilizing Imagery - Optimizing Performance. In this practical textbook, two renowned sports psychologists demonstrate how mental training works, drawing on insights from psychology, neurophysiology, and sports science. They explain the scientific background and provide concrete action guidelines, illustrative examples, and practical tips for training development. This work is written for trainers, coaches, sports psychologists, psychotherapists, and sports scientists.

Athletes, as well as surgeons, pilots, and other high-performance individuals, often operate under immense pressure: in stressful situations, they must be able to perform at their best. However, when the burden of high expectations, unpredictable events, or fear of negative consequences increases, even well-practiced actions can suddenly become difficult or fail altogether because "the mind isn't cooperating." This is where mental training comes into play: the proven psychological method uses imagery to rehearse actions in advance and helps focus on what is essential – ensuring success in critical situations!

Contents include: I Fundamentals – II Application areas in competitive sports, rehabilitation, work, and business: with materials and questionnaires.

The authors, Professor Dr. Jan Mayer and Professor Dr. Hans-Dieter Hermann, are recognized experts in the field of sports psychology and have been active in sports psychological practice for many years. Their work with prominent elite athletes and national teams, including those of the German Football Association, has made them well-known to a broad audience.