Cross Crawl
Paul Dennison, neurokinesiology
What is Cross Crawl?
Cross Crawl — Synchronization of hemispheres: elbow to knee, 30–60 seconds before visualization. Cross Crawl (neurogymnastics) is a simple movement practice for synchronizing the right and left hemispheres before important decisions or visualization.
Cross Crawl (neurogymnastics) is a simple movement practice for synchronizing the right and left hemispheres before important decisions or visualization. March in place, lifting your knees high: right elbow to left knee, left elbow to right knee. 30–60 seconds in the rhythm of calm breathing. It removes mental noise and activates interhemispheric connections. In DreamsFlow, it serves as an entry into the practice before complex visualization; in audio, it invites movement with a pause.
Key facts
| Origin | Paul Dennison, neurokinesiology |
|---|---|
| Role in DreamsFlow | Practice entrance |
| Best for | Mental noise before practice; Entry before complex visualization |
Techniques and elements
- March in place, high knees
- Right elbow to left knee, left to right
- 30–60 seconds, rhythm of calm breathing
- Completion — pause, readiness for imagery
- Do not force — comfortable pace
Pros
- Quick, no imagination required
- Physically 'activates' the brain before visualization
- Suitable for those who find it hard to 'sit still'
- Complements somatic release
Cons
- Not for lying meditation
- Health limitations — adapt or skip
- May seem 'strange' in public places
- The scientific basis of neurogymnastics is disputed — effect partly through movement and breathing
Who it suits
Best for
- Mental noise before practice
- Entry before complex visualization
- Kinesthetic learners and those who need movement
- Morning meditation — 'waking up' the brain
With caution or not suitable
- Meditation before sleep in bed
- Joint pain, pregnancy — consult before use
- Only needed for lying relaxation
Notable followers
- Paul Dennison — Neurogymnastics
- Educators and coaches — Cross Crawl before training
- Sports teams — Coordination warm-ups
Popular exercises
Cross Crawl, 60 seconds1–2 minutes
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
- March, elbow to opposite knee
- 30–60 seconds, breathe evenly
- Stop — 3 breaths
- Transition to visualization or grounding
FAQ
What is Cross Crawl — a method or a practice?
Cross Crawl is a psychotechnique (method) that DreamsFlow weaves into daily personal meditations and affirmations. Cross Crawl (neurogymnastics) is a simple movement practice for synchronizing the right and left hemispheres before important decisions or visualization. March in place, lifting your knees high: right elbow to left knee, left elbow to right knee. 30–60 seconds in the rhythm of calm breathing. It removes mental noise and activates interhemispheric connections. In DreamsFlow, it serves as an entry into the practice before complex visualization; in audio, it invites movement with a pause.
Who is the “Cross Crawl” method for?
Best for: Mental noise before practice; Entry before complex visualization; Kinesthetic learners and those who need movement; Morning meditation — 'waking up' the brain. Use with caution: Meditation before sleep in bed; Joint pain, pregnancy — consult before use; Only needed for lying relaxation
What exercises and practices does “Cross Crawl” include?
Cross Crawl, 60 seconds. Step-by-step instructions are on this DreamsFlow technique page.
What are the pros and cons of “Cross Crawl”?
Pros: Quick, no imagination required; Physically 'activates' the brain before visualization; Suitable for those who find it hard to 'sit still'; Complements somatic release. Cons: Not for lying meditation; Health limitations — adapt or skip; May seem 'strange' in public places; The scientific basis of neurogymnastics is disputed — effect partly through movement and breathing
Is there a quiz for the “Cross Crawl” method?
Yes. DreamsFlow has a compatibility quiz for “Cross Crawl” — a short survey that shows how well the technique fits you and what may block practice. Take it in Tests or from this page.
Can I practice “Cross Crawl” online?
Yes. In DreamsFlow “Cross Crawl” is available online as part of personal evening meditations and morning affirmations — after you add goals and choose techniques in your account.