Is drawing considered a physical challenge
No.
Drawing would be a physical challenge for a person who didn't have control over their hands. A person in advanced stages of ALS would find drawing a physical challenge or impossible.
Drawing can be seen as a physical challenge to some extent. While it may not require the same level of physical exertion as activities like sports or weightlifting, it still involves several physical aspects. Here's why:
1. Fine motor skills: Drawing requires precise control of small muscles in your hand, fingers, and wrist. Developing and refining these fine motor skills can take time and practice.
2. Hand-eye coordination: To accurately translate what you see onto the paper, you need good hand-eye coordination. This coordination involves the ability to perceive visual information, process it, and guide your hand movements accordingly.
3. Posture and endurance: Drawing for extended periods of time often requires maintaining a certain posture and exerting consistent effort. Sitting or standing in the same position for hours can strain your muscles and challenge your physical endurance.
4. Muscle memory: Repeatedly practicing certain drawing techniques or strokes can develop muscle memory, allowing you to execute these movements more effortlessly over time. This muscle memory is a physical aspect of drawing.
While drawing may not necessarily test your cardiovascular fitness or strength like more intense physical activities, it still involves physical elements and can be considered a challenge in its own right.