by Jim Chaput | Aug 8, 2019 | Jim's Blog
On Tuesday night, I picked up friends at the airport in Boston. Driving home, I almost followed an old habit and took the exit for 128 north. I caught myself at the last moment. It would have led me towards Swampscott where we used to live, a bit of a detour from...
by Jim Chaput | Aug 7, 2019 | Jim's Blog, Movement Drills
Here is one of my favorite balance drills. Give it a try and see how it feels. Test Range of motion (ROM) baseline: – Forward fold with straight legs (touch your toes or the floor) – Hip rotation to each side with feet under hips and palms together in...
by Jim Chaput | Aug 6, 2019 | Jim's Blog
If the student performs incorrectly, the coach should first look to themselves. When someone does something that looks different than what you intended, it might be that you were not clear in your explanation. One of the most challenging things is demonstrating simply...
by Jim Chaput | Aug 5, 2019 | Jim's Blog
I had an amusing experience with my wifi this week. It reminded me that the simplest solution is sometimes best. My router is in the basement, but I work on the ground floor. A few months ago, my wireless signal seemed a bit variable. so I bought a wifi extender. The...
by Jim Chaput | Aug 4, 2019 | Jim's Blog
Roli’s playgroup called us late this week and asked us not to bring Roli on Saturday. He is a bit of fluffy menace, so he needs the right kind of group. I was a bit frustrated as we were due to have a booth at the Tamworth Street Fair and knew he would not do well...
by Jim Chaput | Aug 3, 2019 | Events, Jim's Blog, Movement Therapy
Today, Trish and I will be at the Tamworth Street Fair. Third time’s a charm – after 2 years of rain, it looks like we will finally have good weather. Drop by our tent between 9am and 1pm to get a free treatment. Applied Movement Neurology can help you quickly...