# The Importance of Visualization on the MINDBENDER PODCAST with host Michael Kowalski

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Podcast: [Mindbender Mental Performance Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mindbender-mental-performance-podcast-7120391)
Published: 2026-02-19T15:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

Kowalski discusses the importance of visualization in baseball performance. He emphasizes that elite players practice on both the physical and mental fields, using visualization to prepare themselves for game situations. Kowalski also provides a guided meditation exercise for listeners to practice visualization and self-talk training. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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