Movement Matters:Proprioception

The power of proprioception:

how to improve your ‘sixth sense’ – and become healthier and happier.

"Everyone can benefit from moving more mindfully, but if you have poor proprioception, it’s even more important,” says Ilano. “Being present in your body and paying attention to your movements and your surroundings means fewer accidents and better success with whatever skills you’re trying to learn.” In other words, concentrate on what you’re doing as you move – and take every opportunity you can to challenge yourself in everyday life. You might surprise yourself with what you’re capable of.

Click here for the article which appeared in The Guardian

"Also a good idea are forms of exercise that use slow, purposeful movements that build a sense of where your body is in space – recent studies suggest that pilates and tai chi can both be effective for building proprioception in the regions they focus on (trunk and core for the former, legs for the latter)."