These are movements that individuals consciously control, such as walking, talking, or picking up an object.
Think of voluntary movements like being the driver of a car. You decide when to turn, speed up, slow down or stop. Your brain is the driver and your body is the vehicle.
Motor Skills: These are actions that involve muscles in our bodies to perform tasks. They can be fine motor skills (like writing) or gross motor skills (like running).
Muscle Memory: This refers to the phenomenon where certain movements become easier and more automatic with practice.
Neuromuscular Junction: This is the point where a motor neuron meets a muscle cell. It's like a meeting point where messages from the brain are passed on to cause muscle movement.
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