

452 – WTF is an Uncontrolled Manifold?! Andrew Wilson
24 snips May 23, 2023
Andrew Wilson, a keen researcher in ecological psychology and motor skills, dives deep into the Uncontrolled Manifold concept. He explains how this theory sheds light on variability in throwing techniques, distinguishing between productive and detrimental variability. The conversation covers the importance of adaptability in athletic movements, discussing how synergy among body parts influences performance. Wilson also unveils insights from his recent paper, advocating for a nuanced understanding of throwing mechanics that embraces functional variability for optimal training.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Uncontrolled Manifold in Motor Control
01:47 • 9min
Exploring Solution Spaces and Manifolds in Throwing Mechanics
11:02 • 2min
Understanding Variability in Athletic Movement
12:41 • 2min
Exploring Throwing Mechanics: A Biomechanical Perspective
14:22 • 15min
Navigating Variability in Throwing Mechanics
29:19 • 21min
Exploring the Uncontrolled Manifold Method and Affordances
50:24 • 2min
Exploring the Uncontrolled Manifold Concept
52:32 • 2min