Riding my motorbike I learned that I must always choose wisely where to point my gaze. Due to a well-known effect called "Target Fixation", if you focus on an obstacle, like a pothole, you are most likely going to hit it no matter how much you want to avoid it. Your whole body follows your gaze. And the bike direction is informed by your body. So, to have a smooth ride one of the most important things is to be constantly aware of where your attention is while you're riding.
One Apple A Day #462 - Where are you looking
One Apple A Day #462 - Where are you looking
One Apple A Day #462 - Where are you looking
Riding my motorbike I learned that I must always choose wisely where to point my gaze. Due to a well-known effect called "Target Fixation", if you focus on an obstacle, like a pothole, you are most likely going to hit it no matter how much you want to avoid it. Your whole body follows your gaze. And the bike direction is informed by your body. So, to have a smooth ride one of the most important things is to be constantly aware of where your attention is while you're riding.