Darryl Edwards on The Science of Play: Movement as a Complete Human Experience
Episode Notes
In this conversation, Darryl Edwards, founder of the Primal Play method explores the significance of movement and play in enhancing physical and mental health. Darryl shares his journey from a sedentary lifestyle to discovering the Primal Play method, which emphasises the importance of playful movement. We discuss the four pillars of the Primal Play method, the science behind movement, and the emotional and cognitive benefits of being active. The conversation highlights how adults can transform mundane tasks into playful activities, fostering a healthier relationship with movement and encouraging adaptability in their lives.
What We Cover
For Darryl movement is the genesis of exploration
Play is a way to discover the inner child
Movement is medicine
Humans evolution to move is pivotal for hormones
Movement impacts the “feel good” hormones
Play is an advanced way of working out
Learning to turn something mundane into play
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Movement and Health
02:39 Darryl's Journey to Movement
05:24 The Primal Play Method Explained
08:05 The Four Pillars of Primal Play
10:40 Exercise Physiology and Health Benefits
13:30 Cognitive Neuroscience and Movement
18:11 The Role of Play in Movement
25:59 Reconnecting with Our Inner Child
32:16 The Joy of Movement and Play
36:34 Play vs. Exercise: The Focus on Joy
43:46 Caution in Adult Movement
49:46 Sedentary Behavior and Its Consequences
55:18 Adaptability Through Play
56:28 Embracing Playfulness in Daily Life
59:03 The Serious Side of Play
01:03:42 Transforming Mundane Tasks into Play
01:13:25 Stress Testing Adaptability through Play
About Darryl Edwards
Why Working Out Isn’t Working Out (TED Talk)
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