Eye Movement and Balance

The muscles around and within the eyes, just like any other muscles, need regular movement to stay healthy. Also, there's a tendency for the body to move in the direction of the eyes - which is fine unless you need to look one way but intend for your body to go another. The visual system also assists with balance. In this class we'll explore the motions of the eyes, work on the dexterity to move the body and eyes independently of one another, and play with how changing our removing our visual cues can help develop better balance coordination.

* Time around 30 min, Balance, Eyes, Movement ExplorationsPatrick HoganAugust 16, 2021eyes, balance

Moving The Foot Bones

There are 33 joints in the feet! All of them should be somewhat mobile. However, most of our shoes and man-made surfaces over which we walk limit the movement of the feet themselves. As a result, the joints of the feet become stiff and "sticky". The mobility of the feet can affect both how we use the parts above them (knees, hips, etc) and how well we balance and adapt while walking on uneven surfaces. In this class we run through numerous exercises designed to mobilize the joints of the feet and develop better coordination for balance. Enjoy!

Alignment Fundamentals, Feet, Hips, Restorative Exercise, * Time: about 1 hrPatrick HoganAugust 10, 2021foot mobility, balance, foot health