Mastering any physical skill takes practice. Practice is the repetition of an action with the goal of improvement, and it helps us perform with more ease, speed, and confidence. But what does practice actually do to make us better at things? Annie Bosler and Don Greene explain how practice affects the inner workings of our brains. [Directed by Martina Meštrović, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Wonder Boy Audio].

Annie Bosler and Don Greene: How to practice effectively...for just about anything

How to practice effectively...for just about anything

Myelin, the neural insulator, strengthens with practice, creating 'superhighways' for faster, more efficient brain-to-muscle communication.

Muscle memory is a misnomer; it's the myelination of neural pathways that sharpens our skills through repetition and practice.

Imagining an action can reinforce it just as physical practice does, highlighting our brain's remarkable adaptability and potential.