Professional Sports Eyewear from Athletes for Athletes

by RomanWagner | Apr 23, 2026 | Draft

Professional Sports Eyewear from Athletes for Athletes

Participating with passion in the 2026 Schweich Fährturmlauf and Trier Corporate Run.

Following our successful participation as a sponsor in March at the Fährturmlauf in Schweich, we competed in the Trier Corporate Run in May.

The CENTERS FOR GOOD VISION stand for professional sports eyewear consultation from athletes for athletes.

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In the picture from left to right: Stefan Wies, Roman Wagner

Better Reading & More Focused Work – How Eye Muscle Training Can Help Your Child

by RomanWagner | Feb 16, 2026 | Draft

Better Reading & More Focused Work – How Eye Muscle Training Can Help Your Child

Many parents wonder why their child tires quickly while reading, appears unfocused, or complains of headaches and eye pain despite having normal visual acuity. The cause often lies not in visual acuity, but in the eyes not working together optimally.

Typical Signs of Visual Strain

Watch for the following indicators:

rapid fatigue during homework
concentration problems while reading and writing
frequent eye rubbing
headaches after school
skipping lines or words
low reading motivation despite normal intelligence

Important: These symptoms can often be mistakenly classified as learning or attention problems.

Which Abilities Can Be Improved?

Coordination of both eyes (convergence)
Particularly important for near reading.

Focusing at near and far distances (accommodation)
Necessary for rapid switching between notebook, book, and board.

Visual perception
Supports the recognition, processing, and implementation of what is seen.

What Does “Eye Muscle Training” Mean?

Important to Know!
The external eye muscles themselves do not become “stronger” like a bicep. What is trained is:

the coordination of both eyes (binocular vision)
the focusing ability (accommodation)
the coordination between eyes and brain

Particularly in children, this visual system is still developing – targeted training can be very effective here.

What Does Vision Training Look Like?

An individualized vision training program consists of:

age-appropriate vision exercises
playful training methods
short, regular practice sessions
guidance for home practice

Our Insider Tip: The Bead String Trainer

The bead string trainer is a simple training device with:

a string
several colorful beads
and a powerful effect

During training, your child looks at the beads one after another – from far away to very close. In the process, the eyes learn playfully to:

work better together
adjust to near distances more quickly
remain relaxed for longer periods

Just a few minutes a day, completely stress-free.
The training is painless, non-invasive, and adapted to the child’s abilities.

You can make the bead string trainer yourself or purchase it at Roman Wagner’s Centers for Good Vision.

How Parents Can Support in Daily Life

✔ sufficient outdoor activity
✔ regular visual breaks during near work
✔ limited screen time
✔ good lighting for homework
✔ correct reading and writing distance

Important to Know
❗ Vision training does not replace necessary eyewear, but complements it effectively.
This information is for educational purposes and does not replace an ophthalmological or orthoptic examination.

Do You Have Questions?

Contact us at Roman Wagner’s Centers for Good Vision or book an appointment for an eye examination with visual function analysis for your child.

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