#62. Why Most Sports Vision Training Fails (And What Works Instead)

Every season, athletes and coaches ask the same question: Does sports vision training really work, or is it just another performance trend? After more than 30 years working with athletes across Major League Baseball, the English Premier League, and elite sport worldwide, Dr. Daniel Laby gives a clear, science-backed answer: yes, sports vision training works, but only when it’s done correctly. In this episode, Dr. Laby cuts through the hype and explains why most vision training fails, what elite athletes do differently, and how coaches and players can train vision safely, effectively, and in a way that actually transfers to performance on the field.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why 20/20 vision doesn’t equal elite performance and what truly matters when the game speeds up
• Which visual and perceptual-cognitive skills are actually trainable and backed by decades of research
• Why most sports vision training fails and how generic drills and apps miss real-world transfer
• How to train vision safely and effectively so it integrates with movement, decision-making, and competition

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:24 - Common Misconceptions About Sports Vision
• 01:02 - The Sports Vision Pyramid
• 01:16 - Key Research Findings
• 02:21 - Common Problems in Vision Training
• 03:11 - Effective Vision Training Strategies

HELPFUL RESOURCES:

• Sports Vision NYC Connect with Dr. Laby on Instagram
• Pick Up a Copy of Eye of the Champion
• Download The Ultimate Sports Vision Guide for Athletes [FREE]

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