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What is Quiet Eye in Sport?
"Quiet eye" is a term used in sports psychology to describe a critical aspect of focus and concentration in sports performance.
Imagine it as the moment of stillness when your gaze fixes on a specific target or a critical point in your sport, like the hoop in basketball or the ball in golf.
During this "quiet eye" phase, your mind is free from distractions, and your visual attention is honed in on the most important cues.
It's like a mental snapshot that captures the most crucial details, helping you make more accurate and precise movements.
Athletes who master the concept of "quiet eye" tend to perform better, as it can lead to improved timing, accuracy, and decision-making in the heat of competition.
You can train “quiet eye” in a variety of ways, including by using eye tracking technology, visualisation and many other strategies.
It's important to note that training the "quiet eye" is an individualized process. What works for one athlete may not work for another.
If you would like to learn more about “quiet eye” it is always best to speak to an expert,
You can search for a sport psychologist on sportingbounce.com, the global directory of sport performance specialists.
