Dynamic gymnastics: benefit and harm for babies
After the birth of a baby, not only needs food, sleep and Mom's care.Her vital activity is vital.For the development of the musculoskeletal system and the joints of the baby, standard exercises recommended by the pediatrician can be used.But many parents resort to the help of dynamic gymnastics - a very energetic set of exercises.Its application requires special skills from parents;Otherwise, you can harm the child.
What is dynamic gymnastics?
A unique complex developed by our compatriots L. Kitaev and M. Trunov in the late 80s of the last century.His task - the formation and strengthening of the musculature of the baby, as well as training his vestibular apparatus.
Dynamic gymnastics( DG) is considered as a way of interaction between a parent and a child of the first year of life for a more harmonious development of the baby.
On the part of the exercise, it may seem unusual, because they include active spinning and throwing crumbs.Parents who decide to practice DG, it is very important to carefully study the sequence of exercises and the load as a whole in order to avoid undesirable consequences.
No one claims that the toddler with whom he was engaged in gymnastics will later become a champion, but his development will be more full and deep.What is dynamic gymnastics for? Why
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DG is a technique that is an effective tool for solving a wide range of tasks directly related to the child's physical development.
Pathologies that help to correct dynamic gymnastics:
- asymmetry;
- hypotension of muscles;
- hypertonicity;
- clubfoot;
- torticollis.
A series of exercises is aimed at activating the functional activity of the intestines, helping with frequent constipation and flatulence.
Important: can be confidently asserted that dynamic gymnastics is applicable in all areas where massage helps, and is not inferior to it in efficiency.Along with this, it is not intended for specialists, but for parents.All exercises are easily mastered and can be practiced daily at home.
Dynamic gymnastics is versatile in terms of the overall development of a small child .In the course of training not only bones and muscles are strengthened, but also it has a positive impact on all the organs and systems of the baby.His vestibular apparatus is being improved, and better coordination of movements has a beneficial effect on the psyche.In addition, it begins to orientate faster and better in space.
DG plays an important role in the prevention of childhood injuries.At the infants, who regularly perform a complex of exercises with parents, the reaction is much better and the joints are stronger.He confidently manages his body in potentially dangerous situations.
Note: there is an opinion that the DG compensates to a certain extent the shortage of so-called."Generic experience" in children who were born by means of cesarean section.
Gymnastics goes well with the hardening.When performing a complex of the child, it is recommended to completely empty .During classes on the street, an important factor such as insolation is added to the physical effect.The time spent in the cold can be gradually increased, which will help the body adapt to temperature factors and strengthen the immune system.
Undoubtedly, dynamic gymnastics contributes to the development of the cardiovascular system.
During the implementation of the DG complex, the nervous system of a young child receives a huge number of different signals, which contributes to its development as a whole.The baby is regularly stimulated with motor reflexes, and the reactions to external factors are constantly being trained.
DG is a great opportunity to establish a trusting relationship between a newborn and others.
Note: exercises can contribute to nervous relaxation, which is important for hyperactive children.Competently selected complex, on the contrary, will help to activate a too listless baby.
All parents who practice dynamic gymnastics with their children note that they very rarely get sick, sleep soundly, have a great appetite and are almost not capricious.
Despite the enormous possibilities, dynamic gymnastics does not need to be seen as a self-sufficient system.It is perfectly combined with active and passive massage, hardening and exercises in the pool( aqua-training).Any active work with a crumb can always be carried out in parallel;It is advisable only to shift the focus to one or another line depending on the individual characteristics of your child.
The dynamic gymnastics complex includes:
- massage;
- hardening procedures;
- exercises in the air;
- exercises with a ball of large diameter.
All kinds of occupations are important to combine for complex and most effective impact on the body.
Possible negative consequences
Any training system has opponents.One of the main arguments of ill-wishers is the possible stress, since it is recommended to begin DG already after 4 weeks after birth. There is an opinion that an increase in the synthesis and release of stress hormones in a newborn can cause hyperactivity in the older preschool years.
A series of DG exercises is based on reflexes that normally disappear at the age of 2-4 months.It is believed that their excessive stimulation is of no use.
Important: if the child has not been engaged since 4 weeks, then at the age of six months it is better not to start - such exercises will do more harm than good!
Some psychologists believe that rapid exercises without support prevent the formation of fear of heights, which in turn is regarded as one of the causes of increased traumatism in adolescence.
The main argument "against" is the possible insufficient preparation of the parents of .Excessively active exercises can cause stretching of ligaments and even dislocation of joints.In addition, chronic microtrauma, which in the future can provoke the development of serious pathologies, is not ruled out.
Reminder for parents
Important: contraindications to DG are pathology of the musculoskeletal system( hip dysplasia , etc.), cardiovascular disorders, neurological diseases.
Basic rules to be observed:
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You can start training when the baby is 1 month old; - always consult with the pediatrician for possible contraindications;
- do not use materials from the Network or questionable publications - contact an experienced instructor ;
- make the place of employment as safe as possible;
- exercises should be preceded by a warming massage of muscles and ligaments;
- start with minimum loads;
- recommended duration of exercise - 8-10 minutes;
- do not exercise for 1 hour after eating;
- do not force the child to practice if he has a bad mood;
- the first lessons should be done gently, unobtrusively and carefully, so as not to frighten, but to interest crumbs.
Vladimir Plisov, medical reviewer
