Enhancing Visual Skills in Sport and Work
Whether you’re an athlete, a shift‑worker, a driver or someone whose job places high demands on visual performance, the quality and function of your visual system matter.
Whether you’re an athlete, a shift‑worker, a driver or someone whose job places high demands on visual performance, the quality and function of your visual system matter.
Enhancing Visual Performance to Boost Athletic Abilities Sportspeople are increasingly recognising the importance of training their eyes to enhance overall performance. Both professional and amateur athletes are discovering that visual training can significantly improve their game. The benefits of improving visual performance in sports are well documented, with organisations such as the International Sports Vision…
Published: 4 June 2020 | Last updated: 15 September 2026 | Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance What does Australian guidance recommend? The Australian Government’s current recommendations for children from birth to 5 years advise no sedentary recreational screen time for children under 2. For children aged 2–5, the recommendation is no more than…
Published: 19 May 2020 | Last updated: 15 September 2026 | Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance Visual demands differ between sports An athlete may need to see detail clearly, follow a moving target, shift focus, judge distance and timing, use peripheral information and coordinate a visual decision with movement. The mix changes between…