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Proprioception-What is it and how does it affect my movement?
Proprioception is our internal sense of where the body is in space and how we orient, adjust, and move without needing to look or be told what to do. It is a sensory system that operates largely beneath conscious thought, yet it shapes every movement we make. In Gyrokinesis, Awakening the Senses is a way to prepare the body and access its proprioceptive intelligence. The practice is less about achieving a correct shape and more about refining perception. Much of contemporary

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Thinking About Movement from a Dancer’s Perspective
When we think about movement, it’s easy to picture exercise: repetitions, stretching, or holding a posture. But from a dancer’s...

Alwyn McCormick
Aug 17, 20252 min read


The Power of Breath in Gyrokinesis®
When we think about movement, we often focus on the external: the shapes we make, the muscles we engage, the stretch or strength we feel....

Alwyn McCormick
Jul 18, 20252 min read


Recognizing When You Might Have a Balance Problem: Signs and Solutions
Balance is one of those abilities we often take for granted until it becomes a challenge. It’s more than just standing on one foot;...

Alwyn McCormick
Nov 9, 20244 min read


Why (and How) It’s Important to Keep Moving as We Age
As we grow older, our bodies naturally undergo changes—muscle mass decreases, joint mobility may lessen, and balance can become more of a...

Alwyn McCormick
Nov 9, 20244 min read


The Difference Between Stretching and Movement in Gyrokinesis: Cultivating a Dynamic Body
When we think about improving flexibility, one of the first things that comes to mind is stretching. Traditional stretching, often a...

Alwyn McCormick
Nov 9, 20243 min read
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