Pre-Marathon Mental Preparation for Performance| Ep. 161

Mental Performance Playbook Episode 161. Brought to you by The Athletes Health. In this episode of The Mental Performance Playbook Gabe Rummel shares his mental preparation strategies for his marathon race, emphasizing visualization, internal locus of control, pain management, and identity shaping to optimize performance, among other topics. This episode goes through his journey of this year, some of the challenges, and how any performance, especially athletic performances, can use these mental exercises. Especially useful for coaches, parents, and of course, athletes!Chapters(00:00) Introduction to Mental Preparation for Marathon(01:10) Mental Training as Part of Athletic Preparation(02:56) Course Visualization Techniques(05:58 Importance of Physical and Mental Preparation(07:58) Internal Locus of Control and Focus(09:04) Breathing and Self-Talk Strategies(11:09) Using Music to Alter State(12:37) Pain as a Performance Driver(14:07) Building Confidence Through VTO and PSP(15:25) The Power of Identity in Performance(17:25) Setting Mountain Goals and Milestones(20:03) Integrating Mental Skills into Life and Sport(20:57) Closing Remarks and Call to ActionKeywords:mental performance, marathon, visualization, internal locus of control, pain management, athlete mindset, mental exercises, sports psychology, performance preparation, mental toughness, endurance running, goal setting, positive self-talk, resilience, mindfulness, race strategy, pacing, hitting the wall, motivation, stress management, confidence, flow state, breathwork, cognitive appraisal, positive affirmations, arousal regulation, coping mechanisms, concentration, imagery, self-efficacy, energyCheck out more!Website: ⁠https://www.theathleteshealth.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/⁠Free Athlete Assessment: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finderFree Parent Snapshot Questionnaire: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshotText me! (319) 349-9553