A little while back I was traveling for work, flying to Washington DC. While on the flight I got up to use the bathroom. While standing in line, I really noticed how effective the stabilizer system is. With each bump or movement of the plane my body instantly adjusted to stay upright. I activated my foot couple and payed close attention to the effortless adjustments my ankles, knees, hips, and tendons were making. They all adjusted instantly and without any feelings of effort or input from me.
When I landed I compared this to my standing. The juxtaposition was striking. All of the muscles and effort that go into normal standing seem to only to create more effort for the body. I was surprised by just how slow and ineffective the movements I can control are when compared to the effortless and perfectly matched moved of the stabilizer system.
