Visualization of success has been strongly suggested as an effective means to gain success in athletics, weight loss, and more. It’s magic, and it can go to far

Visualization of success has been strongly suggested as an effective means to gain success in athletics, weight loss, and more. It’s magic, and it can go to far, but the healthy form is just what you said: a vision of how things could be, an something to strive for. Imagining yourself crossing the finish line won’t make up for a total lack of fitness and training, but if you’re physically prepared, it can definitely help. Focusing on the goal rather than discouraging outcomes is part of mental preparedness.