Frequently Asked Questions
Performance Vertical Consulting is dedicated to the use of mental conditioning, a set of techniques and practices that have been developed within the science and discipline of sports and performance psychology. Below are some common questions about mental conditioning.
What is mental conditioning?
Mental conditioning focuses on using core mental skills, in order to improve overall performance. These mental skills can be catered to individual athletes, teams and/or coaches, of all ages and abilities. Learning these skills can help an athlete prepare and perform at his/her highest level on a consistent basis, both on and off the field. These skills help athletes to gain a mental edge over competitors and develop more resources for success.
Mental conditioning focuses on increasing awareness of the mental and physical states that allow athletes to play at their best. This awareness helps athletes regulate their bodies and minds. Mental conditioning, much like physical conditioning, is a process that can be increased through education and training with a mental conditioning coach, but it also requires self-motivation and personal practice on the athlete’s part to work most effectively.
How can mental conditioning help you?
Mental conditioning helps athletes perform at their best by gaining control and consistency. It also helps to increase self-awareness, confidence, motivation, and ultimately mental toughness, while decreasing anxiety and doubt. Mental conditioning helps athletes deal with potential obstacles in sport. Mental conditioning should supplement your physical conditioning, leading to optimal sport performance.
Who can use mental conditioning?
The skills and key concepts of mental conditioning can be used by anyone, in any sport, and at any skill level. Mental conditioning enhances the performance of athletes, coaches, and teams. In addition to sports, mental conditioning skills have been successfully applied to a number of different fields, including medicine, the law, the military, and business. These concepts are also helpful for developing life skills, such as leadership, communication, teamwork, sportsmanship, and can be used to assist injured athletes in the rehabilitation process.
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Where can mental conditioning be done?
Mental conditioning can be done anywhere. Settings may include one-on-one sessions with an athlete in an office or classroom, a full team participating in the weight room or with a small group of athletes on the playing field. Mental conditioning training can happen anywhere sport is played and at anytime.
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How is mental conditioning done?
Mental conditioning is practiced in a very flexible manner. Athletes can learn mental skills by simply talking with a consultant. They may be given a workshop on a whiteboard or given paper notes. Also, teams may have group discussions or even work on mental conditioning while participating in a sport related activity. Workshops may even involve activities, unrelated to sport, that may be particularly useful for learning mental skills. Similar to physical conditioning, mental conditioning takes practice. Mental skills are successfully developed through athlete self-motivation, dedication and consistent training.
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