When reacting to a peripheral target there are two primary methods of responding to centralize the target.
- Quickly turning the head
- Quickly moving the eyes to the target first, and then turning the head
These quick reactions can challenge your balance because of its activation of the vestibular system. It becomes even more challenging to perform when in motion. For example, maintaining balance and position while quickly turning your head in standing is much less challenging than to do so while running.
The individual who trains the sensory systems for performance will be able to respond to peripheral visual inputs while maintaining speed and precision of movement. This provides a significant performance edge compared to the individual who must slow down or loses their balance/footing when responding to peripheral inputs.
Train the sensory systems and create a performance edge.