tip #3 - 2014: balance 2.0

presented by
Greg Burpee (Music Producer, DJ, Balance Expert, Kinesiolgist, Weight Training Specialist, Ski Coach)

bal·anceˈ
baləns/ noun

1. 1. an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady."slipping in the mud but keeping their balance" synonyms: stability, equilibrium, steadiness, footing "I tripped and lost my balance"
   
   

Balance is crazy. Maintaining balance requires coordination of input from multiple sensory systems including the vestibular, somatosensory, and visual systems. For that reason, it is imperative that all systems are functioning efficiently and are operating at maximum potential. The senses must detect changes of spacial orientation with respect to the base of support, regardless of whether the body moves or the base is altered. There are environmental factors that can affect balance such as light conditions, floor surface changes and changes of forces acting on the body. It is easy to see why balance is such an integral part of alpine ski racing, as our environment is constantly changing. 
Here are some terrific balance exercises.

• skateboarding
• rollerblading
• bicycling
• kayaking
• trapeze artist
• Sitting on an uneven chair

Some additional exercises:

• Swiss Ball! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQpE5aGHtME

In Greg's own words click HERE