Answer: preconditioning

AnswerCrossword Clue
PRECONDITIONINGPut into the required shape beforehand
preconditioningPRECONDITION, to put in a proper or desired condition or frame of mind esp in preparation
preconditioningCondition (an action) to happen in a certain way
preconditioningBring (something) into the desired state for use
preconditioningCondition or influence (a person or animal) by exposing them to stimuli or information prior to the relevant behavioral situation