# High-Performance Preparation: Five Evidence-Based Strategies for Aviators

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Podcast: [The Calm Cockpit Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-calm-cockpit-podcast-7139522)
Published: 2025-11-12T10:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://calmcockpit.podbean.com/e/gitas-five-tips/
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Episode 22 Every pilot knows how to prepare their aviation game for big events like checkrides and recurrent training; but how often do we focus on identifying and using the peak performance strategies that begin long before takeoff? Drawing from neuroscience, physiology, and professional training principles, this episode reframes preflight preparation as a comprehensive human performance discipline; where physiological balance, cognitive efficiency, and emotional regulation are as essential as technical skill. We’ll outline five holistic and evidence-based strategies that build resilience, reduce anxiety, and enhance cognitive precision. Each of the five strategies targets key factors in optimizing our performance: hydration, a work-load reduction plan, meditation and visualization, getting outdoors, and food planning/ nutrition. By integrating these grounded, science-based preparation strategies, aviators can enhance self-regulation, situational awareness, and decision-making—ensuring we bring both technical proficiency and psychological readiness to every flight. Links mentioned in the show: Off The Farm-Premium Protein & Meal Bars Dr. Stacy Sims’ TEDxTauranga Talk "Women are Not Small Men: a paradigm shift in the science of nutrition" Mile High Health Club:workouts and nutrition for aviators from Lashae Bacon Hydration for Peak Performance; podcast with Dr. Sims and The Proof with Dr. Hill Outline/Script for Reverse Visualization Technique: Reverse visualization is a mental performance technique used to speed up performance outcomes and also to cut through anxiety by training the mind for success. It's useful for moments when a goal feels too overwhelming or monolithic, or when training starts to feel "blah" and so repetitive it feels like you'll never reach th…

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