by Dr. Steve Gander |
June 04, 2010
As I finish preparing for the marathon this weekend in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, it is a perfect time to consider how clear vision, free from distracting glare, will make the outing so much more enjoyable and productive.
The Rocky Mountains in springtime are an incredible sight. That will absolutely help keep me feeling good as the miles pass.
I have found in past marathons that by paying attention to the course and the world around me, I can maintain a better pace. It is part of the mental aspect of distance running. If you start to fixate on your tiredness or some minor twinge, you bog down and soon find it hard to continue. Clear, comfortable vision allows you to maintain a good connection to the outside world, which makes it much easier to keep your eye on the goal.
Some of the most beautiful places on earth are scenic trails, golf courses, parks, and wildlife areas. It is worth the effort to get to these places. Let’s make sure that when we get there we have the right eyewear to enjoy them to their fullest.
