At the PGA show, I came across a company called Stance Check, who has developed specialty glasses that helps the golfer better coordinate their connection between eye movement and a full club swing. I was intrigued as I had previously only heard talk of eye-position influencing putting . . . never full shots.
Stance Check glasses look very similar to traditional sunglasses, except the Stance Check glasses include a special plastic cover that shields your non-dominant eye. Nothing actually makes contact with or touches your eye. I found these glasses to be both unusual and interesting and was eager to test them out.
At the driving range, my Stance Check glasses took some getting used to as I found myself seeing out of only one eye, but I definitely got used to the glasses and began hitting golf balls very solidly. I was instantly able to tell when I was looking up quickly, as this habit naturally impacts my vision, making it difficult to hit the ball.
I really liked using the Stance Check glasses and take them to the range on most days. Stance Check’s glasses did work for me helps me focus on keeping my head still, allowing me to focus more attention on the golf ball throughout the entire swing. Stance Check glasses are very unique, yet can be very beneficial to golfers of all ages and handicaps.
Here’s what the company says about using the Stance Check golf glasses….
*When you first use the iZone it will take a few moments to adjust to utilizing just one eye. This is normal and you will become adjusted to it after a few practice swings.
Put on the iZone as you would eyeglasses, and rest the nose-piece firmly on the top of the bridge of your nose.
Address the golf ball as you normally would with your choice of golf club while wearing the iZone.
Look down at the golf ball with both eyes open, making sure that your view of the ball is not obstructed.
The back stroke – Begin your back stroke. As you swing, if you move your head too far away from the ball it will completely disappear from view.
The finish position – If you raise your head or lift your eyes away from the ball prior to impact, your view of the ball will be obstructed by the expanded nose-piece. If you continue your swing with this obstructed view, or “come out of the shot,” you will likely “top” the ball or experience a shot that generally does not become airborne or travel the required distance.
The company website is www.stancecheck.com and you can read more about their glasses and all the benefits. The price on their website for one pair is $49.95.
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