by MindMachines | Aug 21, 2012 | Sports Focus Training
SwimPro™ Programs for Fitness Training By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. Strength Enhancement: Session 5 or 10 (GREEN Lens) Strength comes from training with a mental calmness, aware state. This calm state allows the muscles freedom to react quickly in a manner...
by MindMachines | Aug 19, 2012 | Sports Focus Training
Positive Replacement Exercise for Negative Experiences By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. After a particularly negative experience it is important to reset your mental outlook with positive, nurturing thoughts. Visualize a kind, caring coach or a loving parent. Hear them...
by MindMachines | Aug 17, 2012 | Sports Focus Training
Breath training for calmness By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. It is no accident that the term “choking” is used during performances. This term actually describes what happens physiologically. The emotional pressure of the performance can actually render the person to...
by MindMachines | Aug 15, 2012 | Sports Focus Training
Attentional Focus By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. There are two ways the human brain pays attentions to the task at hand. Either through the unconscious, input-driven path or the consciously analytical path. The first, the unconscious, input – driven approach is a...
by MindMachines | Aug 14, 2012 | Sports Focus Training
Swim Pro Sessions for Peak Performance Training By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. SwimPro Sessions: <!–[if !supportLists]–>1. <!–[endif]–>Quick Break (Alertness) -Red Lens <!–[if !supportLists]–>2. ...
by MindMachines | Aug 13, 2012 | Sports Focus Training
Performance Anxiety Control Through Brain Coherence Training By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. Brain coherence or balance is gained through training. Relaxation, meditation and brain synchrony allow the athlete the freedom to face any competition focused and ready. This...