WHAT THE PROS SAY ABOUT VISUALIZATION
Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo
“Visualization is a key part of my training. I imagine myself scoring goals and making a difference in every game. When I visualize success and believe in myself, I can overcome any challenge on the field.”
Mo Salah
Mo Salah
“I scored it in my mind before scoring it on the field many times . . . When you repeat something in your mind, it is easy for your mind to do it on the field.”
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi
“The mind is a powerful thing. When I visualize success and see myself performing at my best, it becomes a reality on the field.”
Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney
“I lie in bed the night before a game and visualize myself scoring goals or doing well. You’re trying to put yourself in that moment and trying to prepare yourself . . . The more you do it, the more it works.”
Carli Lloyd
Carli Lloyd
“Over the years, I’ve taken visualization to another level . . . I think at the end of the day you can be physically strong, you can have all the tools out there, but if your mental state isn’t good enough, you can’t bring yourself to bigger and better things.”
Raheem Sterling
Raheem Sterling
“Meditation has been a game-changer for me . . . I wish I could tell my younger self that all it takes is your breath, a little focus, and an appreciation of being in the present. Your mental health is your most important asset.”
improved performance on the field
Visualizing specific skills in your mind makes it easier to perform them on the soccer field. When you visualize, your mind strengthens the neural pathways needed for the mechanics and sequencing of each task you perform.
mental clarity in crucial moments
When you practice focusing your mind, it is easier to draw upon that same concentration in a soccer match. This leads to better decision making and execution in key situations.
sports psychology and goal setting
Our program includes modules on responding to adversity, developing mental toughness, and improving inner dialogue. In addition, we offer sessions that help players set and achieve weekly and monthly goals.
introduction to meditation and mindfulness
The benefits of meditation are well established. Our program allows athletes to learn and practice this powerful skill in the context of their favorite sport, providing an important boost to mental health.
the best attitudes to succeed
By regularly visualizing, athletes increase the confidence in their abilities and develop the motivation to work harder in areas that need improvement. In turn, this leads to a higher degree of success on the field.
benefits
Our visualizations help players perform at their best, and there are numerous ways in which coaches, clubs, and parents can support this training.
Player Perspectives
We are thrilled to partner with the best athletes, clubs, and families in their pursuit of soccer excellence. And we’re absolutely delighted when we receive feedback like this:
I’ve been training hard in soccer for years, but I always felt like my performance was less than my potential. Vision Prep Soccer completely changed that. Since starting the guided sessions, my stats are up and the difference is most noticeable in clutch moments – I stop overthinking and just execute. I feel focused, not panicked. What I didn’t expect was how much I’d learn about sports psychology. I now have techniques for managing pressure and difficult game situations. The program isn’t just about visualization; it taught me important skills about my mindset and confidence. This program is amazing for anyone who wants to move past a performance plateau.
Before I started using Vision Prep Soccer, I had no experience with meditation or mindfulness. I’m 16, and my brain is usually running a million miles an hour. I figured if I worked hard in the gym, that was enough. The program, however, was really easy to follow and gave precise instructions for what I should be thinking about. After a few months, I had developed the ability to go beyond what’s in the recordings and to visualize my set pieces, my timings, and my reactions to different situations. Vision Prep Soccer has been a complete game-changer for me in my preparations.
When my coach first told me about using a sports visualization program, I’ll be honest, I was pretty skeptical. But my coach was persistent, and so I decided to give it a try. The program was way more detailed than I expected. It wasn’t just “think about winning.” It guided me through specific drills and forced me to visualize the exact body movements needed for them. After using the program for a few months, I’ve been noticing some big improvements. My instincts feel sharper, my decision-making is quicker, and I feel calmer under pressure.
