: An introductory sequence representing P ositive, A ctive, C lear, and E nergetic, which involves drinking water and performing specific movements to "prep" the brain for learning. Primary Brain Gym Activities
: Integrating the front (expressive) and back (receptive) parts of the brain to manage task-oriented attention. Brain Gym Activities
The program was established with the belief that movement is essential for optimal brain function. Paul Dennison, a reading specialist, hypothesized that learning challenges often stem from a lack of "brain-body integration" or "mixed cerebral dominance". Key conceptual pillars of Brain Gym include: : An introductory sequence representing P ositive, A
Practitioners select from a series of 26 movements depending on the cognitive goal. Some of the most common exercises include: and E nergetic