by Jim Chaput | Aug 2, 2019 | Jim's Blog, Movement Drills
Here is one of the warm up drills we use at our movement workshops. Give it a try and see how it feels. Test Try each of these tests and get a feel for your range of motion (ROM): Forward fold with straight legs (touch your toes or the floor) Hip rotation to each side...
by Jim Chaput | Aug 1, 2019 | Jim's Blog
After three months of Movement for Longevity Workshops, Trish and I have learned some valuable lessons: Pay attention to the time and adapt as needed. Depending on the group and questions that come up, we sometimes spend more time than expected on some drills or...
by Jim Chaput | Jul 31, 2019 | Jim's Blog
My July challenge taught me something valuable. Habits from the past come back more easily. For good habits, that’s great news. A focus on tidying every day in August was a breeze. Just a few minutes a day and the house feels so much better. Now that I remember how...
by Jim Chaput | Jul 30, 2019 | Jim's Blog
When people on whom you depend are not pulling their weight, it can be tempting to reduce your own effort. “They’re not trying hard, so why should I?” It’s a mistake to lower your personal standards. After you do it once, how do you decide when your...
by Jim Chaput | Jul 29, 2019 | Jim's Blog
Living with a dog reminds me that not being able to clearly communicate can be very frustrating. It must be a challenge for our furry friends to have such a limited set of signals. Roli has a few clear signals that we understand. Resting his head on a chair and giving...
by Jim Chaput | Jul 28, 2019 | Jim's Blog
Even after more than a quarter century together, Trish and I still puzzle each other. Sometimes I think we are from different planets. It’s a common occurrence for Trish to say something and me to respond, “What the heck are you even saying?” She then explains...
