49 | Movement MASTERY from Simple to Complex

In the world of movement and skill development, the most skilled practitioners understand that talent alone is not enough to achieve the impossible. Masters rely on a process that involves breaking down complex movements into simpler components and building them up layer by layer. This process, though simple in concept, requires patience, persistence, and a deep understanding of the fundamentals.

Every complex movement is composed of simpler components. As a skill becomes more complex, more components are required to build it. This applies to movement, where every form is made up of simpler forms and also serves as a component in more complex forms. The higher we go on the skill chain, the more components we find.

Aubrey Marcus and Alex Ormosi, successful individuals in various domains, emphasize the importance of breaking things down into simpler components or skills in order to achieve success. This concept of going from simple to complex applies to almost every aspect of life.

To conquer any skill or movement properly, it is crucial to understand its parts and conquer each component. This applies to mastering both the physical and neurological aspects of movement. Movement is a language, and just like learning a language, we start with simple components (letters) and gradually build up to more complex forms (words, sentences, paragraphs). No skill can be mastered without a strong foundation in the basics.

Ido Portal, a movement teacher, describes this journey as going from isolation to integration to improvisation. The highest performers not only recognize the importance of building from the simple to the complex but also understand that the basics are the foundation upon which their complex skills rest. They continuously refine and improve their basic skills, never leaving them behind as they progress.

Inexperienced practitioners often make the mistake of rushing to the end result without properly developing the layers of skills. This approach leads to mediocre outcomes and limits their potential for growth. To achieve true mastery, one must have patience and persistence, dedicating time to refining each component before integrating them into more complex movements.

Breaking down complex skills into simpler components allows for a deeper understanding of the skill and provides a path to break through plateaus. By improving the basics and enhancing fundamental skills, practitioners can reach higher levels of performance. Obsessing over the mundane and focusing on developing the components leads to impressive results in the long run.

In summary, the journey from simple to complex is essential for building high performance in any skill or movement. Understanding and mastering the components, continuously refining the basics, and patiently progressing through the layers are key to achieving true mastery. So, embrace the process, have patience, and persist in your pursuit of excellence.

If you're interested in exploring this concept further and starting your movement journey, check out the course "Kinetic Keystone" by CraigVan.com. And don't forget to share this valuable information with others who can benefit from it.

Remember, mastery is a journey, and it starts with mastering the simple components.

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