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Brain Gym is a system of simple movements that relieve stress naturally and quickly to enhance brain function
Simply put, Brain Gym is moving your body to wake up your brain
Brain Gym founder Paul Dennison, PhD (early 1970s) Used in over 80 countries, translated into 40 languages
Brain Gym:
integrates the left and right hemispheric functions of the brain draws out innate gifts and talents- brings about whole-brain learning
PACE: Positive Active Clear Energetic Drink Water (Energetic) Sipping is better Composes 75% of your brain Makes up 75% of your Muscles Stress can cause dehydration so drinking water is imperative under stressful conditions Moistens oxygen for breathing Makes up 83% of your blood Helps convert food to energy Regulates your body temperature Removes waste EXERCISE TO FOLLOW PLEASE (Notice how you feel)
Please sip a glass of water in preparation for upcoming Brain Gym
Part One:
Please sit-down Cross one ankle over the other Cross one wrist over the other Thumbs down Clasp hands together (as demonstrated) Fold hands in, resting over your heart (as demonstrated) Place your tongue on the roof of your mouth Hold the tongue and hand position for one to two minutes Take a deep breath in, release, repeat Hold this position for one to two minutes (Relax)
Brain Gym CD (Super PACE) Smart Fitness, Smart Foods and Brain Wave CDs Lucy French
By Ronno and Liz Jones-Twoney
Minds-n-motion, LLC
www.actionbasedlearning.com