Have you ever walked through a dark room and instinctively known where the furniture was? Or have you caught yourself from falling after tripping on the sidewalk? You’re able to do this because of your proprioception. Proprioception is often referred to as our body’s “sixth sense” because of its ability to sense its own position, movement, and balance, and often is something that’s never talked about. Think about how gymnasts stick a landing or trail runners navigating rocky terrian⎯all without looking down, that’s proprioception at work. Learn what proprioception is and how proprioception training helps enhance your coordination, prevent injuries, and increase athletic performance in this post. Read more