Example 5-session PWR UP program
Endurance Edge: 5-Session Mental Performance Consultation
Objective: Enhance mental resilience, motivation, and performance optimization for an endurance athlete.
Session 1: Goal Setting and Motivation Kickstart (60 minutes)
Discuss your athletic background, aspirations, and current challenges.
Establish long-term and short-term goals for your athletic performance.
Identify motivational factors and potential obstacles.
Set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals.
Session 2: Mindfulness and Stress Management (60 minutes)
Learn mindfulness techniques to improve focus and reduce pre-race anxiety.
Practice stress-reduction exercises tailored to your training and competition schedule.
Develop strategies for maintaining composure during intense events.
Session 3: Visualization for Peak Performance (60 minutes)
Explore the power of mental imagery and visualization in sports.
Learn how to create vivid mental images of successful race scenarios.
Practice visualization exercises to enhance confidence and performance.
Session 4: Building Mental Toughness (60 minutes)
Discuss strategies for developing mental toughness in endurance sports.
Explore techniques to manage pain, discomfort, and mental fatigue during long races.
Develop resilience and strategies for pushing through challenging moments.
Session 5: Performance Review and Future Planning (60 minutes)
Review progress, setbacks, and achievements during the program.
Fine-tune goal strategies based on your experiences.
Create a personalized mental performance plan for upcoming events.
Discuss long-term strategies for continued mental performance improvement.
Program Inclusions:
Five 60-minute one-on-one consultation sessions via video call or in person (if applicable).
Customized mental performance resources, including worksheets, guides, and visualization exercises.
Email/messaging support between sessions for questions and progress updates.
Access to a private online portal for program materials and resources
Note: The specific content of the sessions may vary depending on the client's needs and goals. The humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused integrative approach allows for a personalized and effective program that addresses the client's unique performance challenges.