Monday, June 8, 2009

Looking for that extra edge in the sport you love? Try seeing your best

(NC)—Images of summertime are usually cast in a light of hot, lazy, relaxing days by the pool, but for sports lovers that boost of vitamin D has them dreaming about baseball, yachting, golfing, swimming, soccer and anything else that calls for action under the sun. No matter what the sport, vision drives performance. So to excel during competition and have that extra edge, make sure your eyesight is in top shape.

Photochromic lenses are great for outdoor sports where you move frequently from bright sunlight to shade during the course of a game, as well as on days when it's partly sunny, partly cloudy. Even if you have perfect vision, the right pair of photochromic lenses may help you see better than your rivals.

Photochromic lenses, such as Transitions lenses, enhance contrast and eliminate glare, reducing eye strain whether you are on the green or in the ballpark. They also block 100 per cent of exposure to the sun's harmful Ultra Violet (UV) rays, and can help prevent irreversible, long-term eye damage such as cataracts and macular degeneration. Sports enthusiasts can feel confident that they are also helping to protect the health and wellness of their eyes for the future.

“Understanding that connection from overall vision to sports performance is key to ensuring you are at the top of your game,” says Dr. Trevor Miranda, optometrist. “Proper eye care, which includes regular routine eye examinations and lens selection are absolutely critical to living a healthy, active lifestyle. Tell your eye care professional which sports you enjoy and discuss the best lenses for your particular sport.”

When it comes to achieving your personal best in sports, remember that great eyesight is a key factor in athletic performance. You might want to put photochromic lenses at the top of your list when you shop for gear and gadgets to enhance your game.

Source: www.newscanada.com

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