The Perception & Action Podcast 543 – Why Do We Lose Calibration of Perceptual-Motor Skill so Quickly and What Can We Do About It?
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Jul 15, 2025 Discover why we quickly lose calibration in perceptual-motor skills when not practicing. The discussion highlights the necessity of warm-ups for athletes to regain their edge, drawing on fascinating studies from basketball and darts. It also explores the intricate relationship between motor skill calibration and neural networks, emphasizing the importance of targeted practice. Tune in to learn how to maintain those essential skills and navigate the challenges of varying learning rates!
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Rental Car Brake Calibration
- Renting a car with a spongier brake illustrates fast perceptual-motor calibration.
- You quickly learn to apply more force to brake with the same sensory cues.
Quick Skill Calibration Loss
- Skill calibration can deteriorate within minutes of not performing the skill.
- Vertical accuracy in darts throws suffers more than horizontal accuracy after delays.
NBA Free Throws Show Calibration
- NBA free throw success rates improve from first to subsequent attempts.
- The perceptual-motor system quickly recalibrates after brief pauses in execution.