How Visualization Is the Secret to Feeling Like You’ve Been There Before w/ Jim Doorley
About this episode
The episode discusses how visualization techniques can enhance golfers' mental and physical performance, featuring insights from sports psychologist Jim Doorley.
To learn more about the Kairo app, visit their website here: https://kairoapp.co/ In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by sports psychologist Jim Doorley to explore how visualization can improve both the mental and physical sides of golf. Jim explains why effective visualization is really a form of multisensory mental rehearsal, how it can help golfers prepare for pressure, refine movement patterns, and manage anxiety, and why it works best alongside physical practice rather than replacing it. Jon also shares how a structured visualization routine with the Kairo app helped him feel more prepared for a wedge shot that had caused significant anxiety in tournament play—and ultimately helped him execute it under pressure. They also discuss the research behind visualization, common misconceptions, and practical ways golfers can build it into their weekly routine. Thank you to our show sponsors Lagoon Sleep, Momentous, and Ultra Pouches Lagoon Sleep helps you find the right pillow for your sleep position and body type with a quick two-minute quiz, giving you a more personalized setup for better rest and recovery. Their adjustable pillows are trusted by elite athletes and can help…
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