The Secret Weapon Behind 2 World Cups: Dr. Sherylle Calder on Vision, Focus & High Performance

Dr. Sherylle Calder — the visual performance coach behind World Cup wins with England (2003) and South Africa (2007) — joins Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna to share the secret science of decision-making, visual awareness, and unlocking elite focus. From All Blacks to F1 and Ernie Els, she’s worked with the best. Discover how eye training with iGym helps players, coaches, and leaders level up their game.

00:00 The Secret Weapon Behind World Cup Wins

03:10 Training Vision: The Key to Performance

06:06 The Journey to England's 2003 World Cup Victory

08:55 The Science of Visual Awareness in Sports

12:03 Training Skills: Beyond Physical Fitness

15:01 The Role of Visual Skills in Decision Making

18:08 Unique Approaches to Individual Coaching

20:50 Cross-Sport Applications of Visual Training

24:07 Winning Strategies: Quality Over Quantity in Training

27:00 The Impact of Visual Training on Team Dynamics

30:58 The Evolution of Performance Training

33:39 Understanding Ghost Mode in Rugby

36:23 The Importance of Eye Fitness

39:05 Impact of Technology on Focus

44:16 The Role of iGym in Enhancing Performance

47:19 The Need for Eye Recovery

52:01 Work Ethic and Skill Acquisition in Sports

56:28 The Value of Individualized Training

01:00:06 Applying Sports Training Principles to Business

01:01:06 Lessons from Rugby for Life and Leadership

If you're a rugby player, coach, or front-rower looking to improve your game and gain insights from one of the best, this episode is a must-watch! 🎙️🔥

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