054: 360º Vision Training with Irena Castle

054: 360º Vision Training with Irena Castle

Author: Nathan Oxenfeld: Certified Teacher of the Bates Method, Yoga, Meditation, a October 1, 2021 Duration: 1:05:03

In this episode, Certified Bates Method Teacher, Nathan Oxenfeld interviews Irena Castle about her brand new invention called Overbound Eyesight Trainer and how it can help us achieve more "360º Vision" through peripheral stimulation.

This exciting new device utilizes selective vision obstruction to block the central vision, which allows the user to activate their peripheral vision. The implications of this can not only help athletes improve their performance, but it can also help anyone improve their overall visual performance in everyday life. 

***PRODUCTION UPDATE***
The kickstarter campaign has ended and the produced has officially launched! Get your pair today: https://bit.ly/3yyPCoE

For more information, visit Irena's website https://overboundathletics.com/ or Nathan's website https://integraleyesight.com/

Make sure you subscribe to The Naked Eye Podcast & The Better Eyesight Podcast https://bettereyesightpodcast.com/

[0:11] Welcome! Why are you wearing a post-it note?

[1:02] The Melissa Patch: Visual Obstruction

[2:41] Irena Castle, Creator of Overbound Eyesight Trainer

[5:15] Kickstarter Campaign Goes Until October 24th, 2021

https://bit.ly/eyesight-trainer

[6:44] Integral Eyesight Improvement Updates

[9:05] Beginning of the interview

[9:50] How Irena discovered natural vision development

[12:43] Applying sports vision training for young and collegiate athletes

[14:02] Applying relaxation to sports vision training

[15:00] What does the Overbound Eyesight Trainer look like?

[16:43] The purpose is to expand and stimulate peripheral vision

[17:30] What is 360º vision?

[19:30] Central Vision vs. Peripheral Vision

[21:31] Cones vs. Rods

[22:08] Do you have sleepy rods? Wake up your periphery!

[23:21] Rods see movement, rods see in the dark

[24:00] Expand your periphery and "see in 360"

[25:00] Wave your hands to stimulate your rods

[27:00] Periphery helps with reading, walking, driving

[28:50] Design of Overbound Eyesight Trainer Glasses

[34:55] Try blocking your own central vision with 4 fingers

[36:20] Near Periphery, Middle Periphery, and Far Periphery

[39:00] The Kickstarter Campaign is Live!

[43:41] Using Eyesight Trainer Glasses as part of Bates Method

[45:12] Won't these training glasses fall off while playing sports?

[46:41] First line extension: Nose Card Holder

[48:46] What is a nose card / field divider?

[49:31] What is the Overbound Athletic Vision Program?

[52:03] General Program & Specific Sport Programs

[53:39] Blending the Bates Method with Sports Vision Training

[55:33] Does this work with young athletes?

[58:59] Activating night vision and adapting to dark environments

[1:01:14] Go to www.overboundathletics.com for more information

[1:03:38] See and Feel Victorious!


What if the strain you feel in your eyes isn't a life sentence, but a habit you can change? The Naked Eye Podcast: Exploring Natural Alternatives to Glasses, Contacts, and Surgeries moves beyond conventional eyecare to investigate a holistic path. Hosted by Nathan Oxenfeld, a certified teacher of the Bates Method, yoga, and meditation, this podcast delves into the often-overlooked connection between how we use our eyes and our overall mental and physical state. Each conversation is a deep dive into practical, natural vision improvement. You’ll hear detailed discussions on techniques like breathwork and specific visual relaxation practices, all framed within the understanding that eyesight is not a static condition but a dynamic sense intertwined with stress, posture, and attention. The goal here isn't just to see a clearer chart, but to cultivate healthier eyes and a more insightful relationship with your own vision. Nathan guides listeners through principles that challenge the assumption that blur is permanent, offering a thoughtful exploration of how alternative methods can lead to tangible changes in daily life. Tune in for a nuanced perspective that redefines what it means to care for your eyes, focusing on the innate capacity for clarity that exists without external aids. This is a space for anyone curious about the potential of their own vision, eager to learn from a teacher who approaches seeing as an integral part of well-being.
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