Neural Control of Walking and Running

This is part of: Making Your Mind: Molecules, Motion, and Memory

Most people take walking for granted and do it without thinking. But walking is actually a complex activity. The brain sends commands to the spinal cord, which in turn activates particular muscles in each leg with the correct timing and strength.

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