#3: Phorias explained: The hidden Eye Challenge behind visual Performance
2026-08-01 19 min Lara Schwab
Description & Show Notes
What if your vision is working harder than it should - without you even noticing?
In this episode of The Fighting Brain, we explore phorias, hidden eye misalignments that can influence how the brain processes visual information.
We discuss why binocular vision, eye coordination, and the connection between the eyes and the nervous system matter for combat athletes, especially when it comes to reaction speed, balance, decision-making, and performance under pressure.
Understanding the visual system is another important step toward optimizing performance and supporting the long-term health of fighters.
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