Modern fitness is not just about how we move our bodies; it's about how
we move our brains as well. Whole Motion offers a complete picture of
how to strengthen your resolve, gain laser-sharp focus, boost your
ability to remember, calm your anxiety levels, master your emotional
responses, and embody your body like never before. Author Derek Beres
uncovers the latest research in how the brain is affected by a number of
different exercise formats. The book offers sample workouts designed to
give your brain the greatest stimulation and regeneration possible.
Whole Motion is divided into two main sections. In the Movement
section, Beres looks at the movement science and neuroscience behind
Feldenkrais, strength training, HIIT, yoga, and meditation. He reveals
the latest research behind each movement discipline and incorporates
anecdotal examples from clients and students. He also includes
information on when and why to perform each exercise.
In the Mind section, Beres investigates the other side of fitness:
nutrition, regeneration, flow, and disruption, as well as how to choose
music for optimal workouts and the neurological cost of distraction.
This section is the lifestyle component, focusing on how to create the
best environment to achieve a sense of completeness in brain and body.
