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The Science Behind How Mental Training and Visualisation Improve Performance

The Science Behind How Mental Training and Visualisation Improve Performance

by Lydia Black | Sep 20, 2025 | Mental Blocks, Performance Anxiety, Performance Psychology, sport psychology, Visualisation

In my work with athletes, I’m often asked about visualisation techniques. To be honest, I’ve tended to shy away from recommending them in the past. The main reason? I’ve always seen mixed messaging about how effective visualisation really is, and I’ve worried about...
Mental Blocks in Athletes: Insights into ‘Yips’ and ‘Twisties’

Mental Blocks in Athletes: Insights into ‘Yips’ and ‘Twisties’

by Lydia Black | Nov 12, 2023 | EMDR, Mental Blocks, Performance Anxiety, Performance Psychology, sport psychology, Uncategorized

  As a psychologist who works with athletes, I often meet those with mental blocks.  Recently, Simone Biles, a highly accomplished American gymnast, secured her eighth national title at the 2023 U.S. National Gymnastics Championships. This remarkable...