The Sport Psychology Of4 Juli 2023

Shooting Free-Throws | Jon Osborn

Jon Osborn and I dive deep into different mental skills and how they boost your mental game at the free-throw line.

Some topics we discuss include

Awareness
Imagery/Visualization
Self-talk
Relaxation techniques
Pre-shot routine

Jon graduated from the University of Utah in 2017 with a Masters in Sport & Performance Psychology. As a professional, Jon works to improve mental toughness through the use of mental skills. Jon teaches memorable lessons & techniques to help others be more resilient, in control, and confident. Jon helped found RJ Performance Group in 2020 and works there as a Mental Performance Coach. He works with Real Salt Lake, Utah State & Westminster Athletics, Legacy Power, as well as several high school athletes. Prior to working for RJ Performance Group, Jon was employed in the education sector working as an administrator at Utah Virtual Academy.

Timestamps are below, enjoy!

(00:00) Episode introduction

(01:56) Introduction to Jon Osborn

(07:35) Mental obstacles shooters face:

(07:55) Distractions

(17:23) Self-doubt/negative self-talk

(23:36) Thinking in the past/future

(33:20) Mental skills to boost your mental game at the line

(33:30) Awareness

(36:48) Imagery/visualization/Mental rehearsal

(50:10) Self-talk

(01:01:51) Relaxation techniques

(01:10:40) Pre-shot routine

(01:15:42) Guidelines for developing your pre-shot routine

(01:18:31) Examples of how to incorporate these mental skills into a pre-shot routine

(01:29:41) Outro

RJ Performance Group's Website

Jon's Instagram, Twitter

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Interested in taking your mental game to the next level? Try out 1 on 1 sport psychology coaching with Gabe Zelico by visiting my website: ⁠⁠⁠www.zelicoperformance.com⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for a free introductory call.

Music by Ben Zelico.

Disclaimer: The Sport Psychology Of podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not represent mental health care services, including the giving of mental health care advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional mental health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining mental health care for any condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

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