Corey Emberton

Peripheral visual cues can be game changers, and they are often a missed opportunity to help us understand where and how our body is moving through space and time.

For me, I used the rod to better understand where my body was in space and referenced it to the foam rollers in my peripheral vision. You’ll notice that as I shift, I tend to teeter downward on the opposite side. I used that as feedback and then cued myself to keep the same vertical distance between the rod and the foam roller. Thus improving my stacked position during my weight shift and single leg.

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✋🏻 Rushing can affect many symptoms — and for me, that’s my essential tremors.

🏃🏽 When I rush, I push myself into a fight-or-flight response.

🧠 That signal can make my brain feel unsafe, which increases my tremors.

🤯 If that’s the first thing you do in the morning, it can shape the tone of your entire day.

😵‍💫 Rushing can also put your thoughts in one place and your body in another.
When the brain and body aren’t aligned, it creates confusion — and that can increase symptoms.

☀️ The next time you wake up:
Don’t rush to grab your phone.
Don’t rush out of bed.
Don’t rush through breakfast.

🧠 🧍🏻 Take a moment.
Let your brain and body adjust to the morning.

A forward head posture can mean a lot of things, but sometimes it’s a sign that the eyes are having difficulty tracking downward.

Think about it this way:
If the eyes can’t comfortably look down, the body will recruit other strategies—like bringing the head forward—to get the job done. At the same time, the toes may start to clench as they respond to the forward weight shift, trying to keep the body from tipping forward.

Our goal?
👉 Show the brain that it’s safe to let the eyes track downward, so the head and body don’t have to work overtime.

Two simple ways to start:

🔹 VOR (Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex)
Move the head in one direction while the eyes move in the opposite direction.

🔹 Smooth Pursuit
Use a visual target and slowly track it with the eyes.

Both can help by letting the brain know, “We’ve got this.”

✨ When the eyes feel safe to move, the rest of the body no longer has to compensate—and movement becomes easier.

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✨ 3 Simple Neuro-Walking Tips ✨

In honor of Moving Day Chicago tomorrow, I’m sharing 3 easy ways to help your brain and body walk with more ease and confidence.

👣 Tip 1: Make One Foot “Heavier”
Instead of thinking about taking a step, try shifting pressure into one foot to make it feel heavier. This sends signals to your brain through your foot receptors, helping your body naturally shift weight and prepare for the next step.

👀 Tip 2: Turns & Brain Safety
When turning, point your eyes and nose in the direction you want to go. This shows your brain where you’re headed and opens up your visual field, helping your body feel safer and more stable.

🧍‍♂️ Tip 3: Head-to-Foot Alignment
Think of stacking your whole body—head, shoulders, hips—over your stepping foot. This gentle awareness can improve posture and balance with every step.

💙 Walking is about more than muscles—it’s about teaching the brain safety, balance, and confidence. Give these a try tomorrow at Moving Day Chicago or on your own walks!

More info for the event:

https://movingdaywalk.org/event/moving-day-chicago/.