Golf Beneath The Surface Quiet Eye
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Feb 11, 2025 Discover the fascinating concept of 'quiet eye' and how it boosts golf performance by enhancing focus during putting. The hosts delve into the intersection of traditional golf and modern technology, alongside entertaining insights into the evolving nature of golf entertainment. They explore how humor and engagement draw in audiences, making golf fun to watch. With a nod to the science of visual focus, they discuss how maintaining a calm gaze can alleviate anxiety and sharpen skills in both golf and precision sports.
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Flow State
- Flow state occurs when attentional, temporal, and visual focus align.
- This creates a state of present moment awareness and efficient single-tasking.
Focal vs. Ambient Vision
- Focal vision processes "what" we see, while ambient vision processes "where" we are in space.
- Both are crucial for coordinated movement and accurate perception of our surroundings.
Quiet Eye Definition
- Quiet Eye is the final visual fixation point before a critical movement.
- It involves fixating within a 3% visual angle for at least 100 milliseconds.