Drawing used for embodied simulation in order to improve motor ability
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https://doi.org/10.17561/rtc.23.7290Keywords:
Embodied drawing, Embodied knowledge, Embodied simulation, Self-identification, Human mirror neuron systemAbstract
A twenty-year old research on embodied simulation has reported the correlation between the mirror neurons system and visual perception of face expressions, gestures, representative and non-representative painting, and the thinking and learning mental phase. The physiological approach has demonstrated the link between thinking and the sensorimotor system in both directions. As an athlete, artist and researcher I consider the experience of self-identification in drawing and I make the hypothesis that it can be used in sport as a powerful instrument for training, recovery and development of proprioception.
The study involved 14 girls from primary school engaged in learning gymnastic movements. Part of the group carried out a motor learning module based on drawing themselves performing the chosen movement. This paper shows the learning method and discusses the improvement of these young athletes - finally considering the context for useful applications and planning new paths to specify the method.
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