How ... and ...Why does the Myokinetics Program work?

The human body is an extremely 'complex machine'. The smallest movement begins with the stimulation of the nervous system, through neurotransmitters in the brain. Each muscle action requires supporting and opposing muscle groups to be in complete synergy. The body is expected to maintain stability (homeostasis), despite being continually exposed to changing outside forces. When injury, or an imbalance occurs, the perception of pain may arise as central pain, or alternatively, referred pain. This is interpreted as tissue threatening injury, and the muscle groups immediately work together to 'guard and protect'! As a natural reflex we intuitively avoid pain!

This is obviously useful if there is structural, nerve, or muscular injury. However, the transmission of pain sensation is intertwined with non- pain sensation, in a complex process, and the slightest deficiency in the neurotransmitters, can affect the level of pain experienced and therefore the functioning of the corresponding muscle group!

My experience as a neuromuscular therapist, inspired me to develop a program which would assist weak muscles to function productively, and help restore homeostasis after injury, or atrophy. Whatever the reason for the imbalance, readjustment of  'muscle-memory' can be achieved, and results may be experienced immediately!

Although I established this program primarily for Dancers, the work is equally effective for all ages and levels of fitness.

In any given movement, one muscle group contracts, whilst the other stretches! This fact is generally understood, but the the 'triggering' of the nerve responses and ensuing 'chain reaction' is very complex and not as well known.
During an isotonic exercise, the muscle moves against a relatively constant force. During an isometric exercise the muscle exerts a variable force in a fixed position. (A muscle has greater strength and efficiency during a lengthening contraction than in a shortening contraction).

Myokinetics combines isotonic and isometric exercise to lengthen muscle fibers, loosen joints, and stimulate 'muscle-messaging'. Thereby,  increasing flexibility, tone and strength. An added bonus is increased 'body mechanics' awareness!