3 Step Training Rule - by Troy Bassham

Three Step Training Rule:

Building Subconscious Skill and Self-Image

at the Same Time

The main purpose of this training rule is to work on technical skill and improve confidence at the same time. You must protect your Self-Image while improving your ability. This type of training allows you to do both.

The first step is to always start your training session with success. To improve the likelihood that you will start off with success, always begin your training with an area of strength. This helps build confidence in the self-image. After you start off your practice with an area of strength, your attitude will be focused on success. This attitude will carry over and put you in the right mindset for an effective training session.

The second step is to always work on your weak areas in the middle part of your training session. Make sure to start easy and work towards the harder part of your training. This approach protects your self-image while building the necessary subconscious skills needed to perform at a higher level.

The final step is to always end with success. Save your best strength and practice it last. If you're a golfer and putting is the strongest part of your game, then it should be the last thing you practice. This step improves the likelihood of ending on a positive note. The purpose for organizing your training in this manner is to allow for a more effective and efficient training day.

This is a short excerpt from Troy Bassham's new book "Attainment - The 12 Elements of Elite Performance". This section is from Chapter 3 - Purposeful Practice. His book is coming soon - audio will probably be ready first! The Audio DOWNLOAD Version is available NOW HERE.