Train Your Eyes Like You Train Your Legs

You train your legs to move efficiently and your lungs to endure. But what about your eyes?

Visual performance is a key — yet often overlooked — component of mountain safety and efficiency.

Performance Vision Metrics:

• Contrast sensitivity: Spot subtle crevasse lines in flat light

• Depth perception: Crucial for placing protection, jumping crevasses, or skiing technical terrain

• Reaction time & tracking: Helpful for route adjustments or skiing in variable conditions

Eye Training Techniques:

• Tracking and convergence drills

• Dynamic contrast cards

• Apps that target peripheral awareness and focus speed

Protective Strategies:

• Always wear polarized, UV-protective eyewear

• Ensure good sleep and hydration for optimal visual processing

Bonus: Refractive surgery can enhance contrast and night vision when customized to your eye profile

Want to level up your visual game in the mountains? [Let’s design a vision strategy for you.]

See our free downloadable guide below.