How to Coach Yourself and Others Techniques For Coaching | Page 470

 feeling the wrist snap and the sound of the racket making
contact with the hall
 watching the ball swerve and land in the centre corner of
the green service box and kick away for a clean ace
 feeling the exhilaration and pleasure
Refine the script - Rewrite the script until when you read it, you
feel as if you are executing the serve.
FITT
In designing your imagery program, apply the FITT principals, as
we do with physical training
 F is for Frequency - Aim to incorporate imagery into every
day of your training schedule. For busy people, just before
you sleep could be a good time, and it helps if you are in a
relaxed and tranquil state
 I is for Intensity - Try to create an all-sensory experience
that is as vivid and clear as possible. Initially, practising in
a quiet environment can help to minimise distractions and
facilitate clear images
 T is for Time - Imagery should make big demands on your
attention, so short (5-10 minutes) frequent quality
sessions are preferable to long ones
 T is for Type - Remember to decide on your desired
outcome and select the type of imagery to match it.

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