The Neural Hierarchy Pt 2: The Vestibular System
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What if your tight calves are actually caused by a deficiency in how your brain perceives balance? In Part 2 of a series on the neural hierarchy, I speak with my podcast producer, Tony, all about the often overlooked vestibular system and how it is integrally related to balance, posture, respiration, blood pressure, and potentially, pain and performance.  I discuss some clues that might make me suspect someone has a vestibular deficiency, how I can test the vestibular system, what kinds of drills and exercises you can use to train the vestibular system, and more.  I also tell some powerful stories of clients that had lifelong vestibular deficits that they weren't aware of, and that when identified and targeted, led to huge improvements in quality of life and performance.   Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection to decrease pain and improve performance using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo
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