Recent news from NOS highlighted the experimentation by AZ & PSV with specialized brain training for athletes. While I’ve discussed cognitive trainers on SportBrain before, could this be the revolution in training we’ve been waiting for? A Look Back at Training Techniques Over the past 50 years, the methods to enhance athletes’ performance have seen […]
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In my previous post, I explored the intriguing question: Is brain training the key to an athlete’s success? Today, we’ll dive into Eyegym, a unique brain training tool embraced by the Dutch women’s hockey team. From Cape Town to the Athletic World Interestingly, the birthplace of Eyegym is quite distant from major sporting nations: Cape
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Last Saturday, Wembley Stadium witnessed what many now term as the ‘fight of the century’ between Joshua and Klitschko. As a sports enthusiast, I was glued to this thrilling bout. But there’s more to the fight than meets the eye. Let’s dive into the complex world of boxing. At its core, boxing seems straightforward: knock
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Our eyes and visual system play a pivotal role in sports, especially in team games where decisions must be made continuously. To enhance this system, Nike introduced a revolutionary product: the Vapor Strobe Eyewear. The Dynamics of Team Sports In dynamic team sports, basketball players must accurately gauge when and where to pass the ball.
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Evert Ten Napel once famously remarked, “It’s as if he has the ball on a string.” This analogy has now manifested into a tangible product: the Senseball. Designed to stimulate a soccer player’s brain to its peak, this tool has caught the attention of many. The Philosophy Behind Senseball According to an interview with Bruynickx
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In the world of team sports, especially soccer, colored bibs or pinnies have become a staple. Typically, they might fit poorly, either being too loose or too snug. But in a squad filled with jerseys of giants like Real Madrid or Barcelona, these bibs serve as an effective way to differentiate teams. However, what if
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In the Netherlands, we’re well-acquainted with the Eredivisie. Now, we’ve been introduced to the E-Divisie, where eSport players from 18 premier league clubs battle for the FIFA 17 championship. But is playing FIFA beneficial, or just a waste of time, as some parents might believe? The Role of Video Games Today Video games have become
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The film “Whiplash” offers a profound look into the world of Terence Fletcher, a jazz instructor. You might wonder, what does a jazz teacher have to do with sports and the brain? Keep reading to find out! Whiplash and the Pursuit of Greatness Andrew, an emerging 19-year-old jazz drummer, enrolls at the Shaffer Conservatory in
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Over time, I’ve covered various cognitive training programs, some explicitly tailored for athletes, while others cater to a broader audience. Neurotracker emerges as a unique tool, particularly designed to enhance the brain’s visual processing capabilities. Origin and Purpose Developed in Canada by Professor and Neurophysiologist Jocelyn Fabert, Neurotracker aims to measure and train the brain’s
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At first glance, Luuk de Jong’s recent performance for PSV is puzzling. After a 740-minute hiatus, he finally scored in the Eredivisie this weekend. How could a striker of his caliber be silent for so long? The answer might surprise you… Luuk de Jong’s Unexpected Struggle Last season, Luuk de Jong boasted 26 goals for
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