Archive for December 2015
The Cerebral Cortex and its Convolutions
Cerebral cortex (mainly composed of small, unmyelinated neurons) is gray and it is often referred to as the gray matter. In contrast, the layer beneath the cortex is mainly composed of large myelinated axons, which are white and often referred to as the white matter. Humans’ cerebral cortex is deeply convoluted. The convolutions are increasing…
Read MoreDorsal, Ventral and Intermediate Prefrontal Cortex – Scientific Facts
Brain hemispheres sliced into upper, middle and lower thirds result in the following: Upper / dorsal prefrontal cortex, primarily processing “where”, is also associated with so called “cold cognition”, perceptions, executive memories and plans. Lower or ventral prefrontal cortex, processing “what”, is mainly made up by orbital cortex and ventromedial PFC, and Middle or intermediate…
Read MoreThe Neurology of Movement – Unilateral vs Bilateral (II)
The Neurology of Movement (continued) Cerebellum – integrates (and simplifies) the complex data generated from all of our body systems and cognition. Important: it is involved in balance of the body. The cerebellum performs several tasks in movement, such as: Coordinates complex movements ispilaterally (occurring on the same side of the body); Is in direct…
Read MoreNeurology of Unilateral Vs Bilateral Training
A few essential ideas to take home are the following: Two things your brain needs to stay alive: Fuel (glucose, oxygen); Activation; What exercise actually does to the human body? Let’s have a look at the ramification of exercise choice. Bad fuelling means bad brain – bad brain can lead to bad movement & bad…
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