What is the neurology of fitness and what does it have to do with my squat?

Most training and rehab systems are based on output.

For example, if someone is performing a squat and you notice that their knee is doing something funky, what do you do as the coach?

Most will tell the athlete to make a voluntary correction to try and fix the unwanted knee movement.

Using output to try and correct output.

This isn't necessarily bad but it will only go so far if the athlete has a problem coming from poor input.

Meaning, one of their sensory systems isn't providing the brain accurate information.

As a result, you see a problem with their movement.

In this case you can make all the voluntary correction you want, not much will happen.

As coaches we've all struggled with this!

Ever have that athlete that just couldn't take your advice and fix a subtle error?

Perhaps there is a bigger issue.

For almost 10 years I struggled with this as a coach.

It bothered me so much I almost left the profession multiple times.

I knew something had to be missing but I had no idea what it was!

Enter the world of neurology, Brain-Based Fitness and Performance.

Using inputs to create better outputs.

Brilliant!

Did I mention the results are instantaneous?

About the Author:

Taylor Kruse, recently featured in Men's Health, is dedicated to empowering you with the truth and tools for improved health and performance.

His inspiration stems from more than 10 years of education and coaching through systems like Zhealth Performance, The Burdenko Method, and various movement practices.