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Primal Play Movement Snack Time.
This really tests coordination!
This speedy cross-body movement snack is a great left-right brain activity that helps to boost BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) as well as improving hippocampal volume. Great for short term cognitive performance and focus as well as reducing the likelihood of age-related cognitive decline.
Aim to speed up as you get better, nice and speedy for at least 30-seconds. Tougher than it looks and a significant challenge for the brain and body. PLUS IT’S FUN. Give it a whirl.
A great one for kids to try too.
Standing Shoulder-Elbow-Hip-Knee-Toe
Start in a standing position and rhythmically tap your left hand to the right shoulder as you lift your right leg.
Then lower your left hand and right leg as you switch to the other side.
Raise your right hand and tap the left shoulder as you lift your left leg.
Then continue to tap the opposite knees, toes, and then behind the body to the heels with a steady rhythm.
Go as fast and as controlled as possible.
To make this lower impact and lower intensity, slow this down to a marching pace.
RELATED: Try the Crab-Shoulder-Knee-Toe
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