Psychologists say that a person's movements and gestures can tell more about him than words. Body language is influenced by emotions, physical well-being and mood. The science that studies human postures, gestures and various muscle movements is called kinesiology. There is also such a discipline as applied kinesiology. It is studied at the faculties of physical culture, in medical and pedagogical universities. The science of movement is closely related to such areas as neuropsychology, psychology, manual therapy, acupuncture, osteopathy.
How kinesiology works
With every disorder, the body gives signals in the form of certain manifestations: pain, acne, allergies, poor he alth, impaired muscle tone. A kinesiologist, by the state of muscle tone, by human movements, determines the symptoms of the disease and makes a diagnosis; for this, testing of the muscular system is carried out, revealing the imbalance that led to the first manifestations of the disease. The revealed imbalance is restored using special techniques. The human body is capable of self-healing, experts say, and in most casesdrug therapy is not required, kinesiology comes to the rescue. The exercises offered in this direction are unique in their healing effect on the human body and are suitable for almost everyone, even a preschooler can master them.
Kinesiology for kids
Experts say that certain movements pave the way for the development of the brain, consisting of two hemispheres interacting with each other. The harmonious development of the right and left parts of the brain contributes to a high level of intelligence. This is where kinesiology comes to the rescue. Exercises for preschoolers contribute to the mental development of children and the disclosure of their talents and abilities.
A special system of exercises for hands and fingers takes into account the functional features of the work of the hemispheres (left - logical, sign, right - humanitarian, figurative).
Educators who practice kinesiology exercises in their work should remember that correctional work is directed from hand movements to the development of thinking. In addition to finger games, teachers use breathing exercises, motor and muscle stretching. With an intense load, the nervous system improves, intelligence and cognitive abilities develop. This is what kinesiology says. Exercises for preschoolers require teachers to know all the techniques and the ability to accurately convey them to the minds of children, since the most correct exercise contributes to intense changes in the human body.
Kinesiology. Exercises for children, a few basic nuances of implementation
- When conducting a regular training program, it can be interrupted by a set of kinesiology exercises, while it is desirable not to interrupt creative moments. If a lesson is planned that includes an intense mental load or imaginative thinking, motor exercises are carried out before the lesson.
- It is worth remembering that kinesiology does not always give an instant effect, sometimes changes occur gradually, speech and movement improve, mental activity increases.
- The main blocks of the correctional program are aimed at energy impact, reception and processing of information, as well as regulatory activities. The development of each block requires separate techniques and methods of influence.
Kinesiology. A few brain-boosting exercises
Basic techniques, including brain activity, are recommended by experts not only for children, but also for adults. Kinesiology comes to the rescue again. Brain exercises increase not only intelligence, but also awaken the hidden abilities of a person.
The Mind Arousal Activity System was developed by Dr. Dennison, a scientist who has been working with underachieving students for twenty years at the Valley Intensive Learning Group in California. The movements he developed helped every student, regardless of his mental development.
Educational kinesiology exercises are simple and practical. Exercises that eliminate brain asymmetry can be performed in anylocation.
The set of classes is divided into three groups:
- Exercises that increase the tone of the cerebral cortex: breathing, acupuncture, massage.
- Movements that improve the reception and processing of information: cross movements of arms and legs.
- Exercise affecting regulation and control: various postures and movements.
Activities to turn on the brain
Exercises of the first complex include rhythm and activation of the brain buttons.
Rhythm and inclusion of brain activity consists of a set of exercises that allow you to gain clarity of thought, concentration, activity and positive thinking. Preparatory exercises are performed at the beginning of classes, after a lunch break or after a long break. Before exercise, experts recommend drinking juice, water or tea, as the liquid contributes to the inclusion of active mental activity. After the rhythm, the process of working with the "buttons of the brain" begins.
Effective mini-complex
Exercise 1
Putting a hand on the stomach, with the other hand we stimulate the point located in the area of the intercostal space, under the collarbones. We feel with our hands the abdominal muscles that maintain balance in the body. A harmoniously functioning vestibular apparatus prepares the brain for the perception and processing of information. Stimulation of the muscles under the collarbone activates the work of the carotid arteries, thus, the brain is saturated with oxygen. The exercise allows you to completelyfocus on intellectual activities.
Exercise 2
Cross walking in place, activating the work of the left and right hemispheres. When walking on the spot, we touch the left knee with the right elbow, and the right knee with the left elbow, while the nervous system of the corpus callosum of the brain is activated, the level of logical thinking increases, due to the appearance of new nerve pathways connecting the hemispheres. The exercise is done very slowly, as it requires the inclusion of motor coordination and usually unused small muscles.
Kinesiology for those who want to lose weight
What other problems can kinesiology solve? The exercises from the wellness complex are designed for people working to reduce body weight. The problem of excess weight is something that always worries women and reduces their quality of life. Kinesiology can help in this case, weight loss exercises can solve this problem and make every woman attractive. Experts believe that the problem of excess weight is created by a psycho-emotional background that upsets the balance in the body. The exercises of this complex allow you to relieve stress, depression, develop a positive outlook on the world.
Losing weight right
Bench press barbell or dumbbell overhead, standing. This is the most effective option for converting fat folds into muscle tissue.
Starting position: the load is located at chest level, then rises above the head with perfectly straight arms. Tension should be felt in the area of the shoulders, chest and triceps. The exercise is carried out infour sets, each set of eight or ten presses.
Rear lunges with a load in a standing position. Exercise well drives off extra pounds, accelerating the metabolic processes in the body. These movements are not easy to perform, you need to keep your balance on lunges, without turning, without bending, without touching the floor with your knee. The exercise is repeated in three sets, each including up to fifteen repetitions.
Applied Kinesiology
The main principle of this scientific direction: movement is life, movement stops - life stops. What is Applied Kinesiology? Kinesiology (exercises of some complexes are given above) helps to restore the energy balance in the body, eliminating the causes of the disease.
Kinesiology divides biological movements into mental, energy-information and chemical ones, passing from one to another and associated with the internal organs, nerves, joints and emotional state of a person. Based on the specific movements of the muscles, their tone and extensibility, the doctor determines the violations in the body and conducts treatment by prescribing certain exercises, diet, acupuncture and herbal treatment, which helps to restore the energy balance in the body.
Kinesiology Testing
Applied kinesiology techniques are not too complicated, they can be learned and used at anyconvenient time. For example, your own lie detector. Saying aloud: “My answer is yes,” you need to connect the first and second fingers on your left hand into a ring, remembering the strength of the connection of the fingers. Then, you need to try to disconnect the ring. After that, we try the power of "No". The strength of compression will tell about the strength of desire. Any muscle tension will become a personal lie detector if you pay attention to it. Tasting food, you can determine by the reaction of the muscular system how the body perceives this food, and how it will affect the state of all organs and systems in the future. Muscles are tense, you should not experiment, it is better to eat something familiar. Cosmetics are also tested. We apply the cream on the face or on the hands and listen to the reaction of the body, the muscles on the face tense or relax, with excessive tension, it is better to postpone new cosmetics and use the already tried option. Thus, listening to your feelings, you can make your life more harmonious and save yourself from many troubles.
The body will answer any question. It is worth listening and you will not be mistaken.
