noun
mental rehearsal; visualization training
Abbreviation of イメージトレーニング. Used in sports, performing arts, and skill practice to mentally simulate actions or scenarios, often as a supplement to physical practice. Can also refer to practicing under simulated conditions (e.g., watching a video).
See also: イメージトレーニング
試合前にイメトレをしておくと、落ち着いてプレーできる。
If you do mental rehearsal before a match, you can play calmly.
彼は毎晩、寝る前にイメトレでピアノの練習をしている。
Every night before bed, he practices piano through visualization.