Dancing With Gravity

Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses two approaches to juggling: standing still to control toss directions and moving with the juggling for rhythm and flow. Standing still, with feet hip-distance apart and grounded, helps improve accuracy by limiting movement, though it may initially increase frustration. Moving while juggling, especially at higher heights, allows for better rhythm and flow bu...

Jay Gilligan is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. Find Jay on the web here https://shakingthesky.com And on IG here https://www.instagram.com/jaygilligan_ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠PlayJuggling⁠ https://playjuggling.com Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10% offIf you're into what you're hearing, please consider supporting the show https://jugglegroove.academy/support/ Recorded @⁠TheHouseOnSer...

Jay Gilligan is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. Find Jay on the web here https://shakingthesky.com And on IG here https://www.instagram.com/jaygilligan_ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠PlayJuggling⁠ https://playjuggling.com Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10% off If you're into what you're hearing, please consider supporting the show https://jugglegroove.academy/support/ Recorded @⁠TheH...

Hello! Here is my third podcast episode with Vladik. Vladik Miagkostoupov is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. You can see his dad’s act here: ⁠ And his own original act here: ⁠ And his aerial juggling act here: ⁠ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠PlayJuggling: ⁠https://playjuggling.com⁠ Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10% off If you’re into what you’re hearing, please consider supporting the show:...

Vladik Miagkostoupov is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. You can see his dad's act here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwKDpyLBkPY And his own original act here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlFhe-tN5RM And his aerial juggling act here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ypzxkvn8eiA Thanks to our sponsor ⁠PlayJuggling:  https://playjuggling.com Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10%...

Joe Fisher is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. Learn more about him on Instagram: @justjoefisher and his Website: throwcatchcollective.com Thanks to our sponsor ⁠PlayJuggling: playjuggling.com Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10% off Dancing with Gravity's production budget comes directly out of my bank account. If you're into what you're hearing, please consider supporting the show: jug...

Joe Fisher is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. Instagram: @justjoefisher Website:  throwcatchcollective.com Thanks to our sponsor ⁠PlayJuggling:  playjuggling.com Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10% off Dancing with Gravity's production budget comes directly out of my bank account. If you're into what you're hearing, please consider supporting the show:  jugglegroove.academy...

Hello! I have been thinking hard about rebooting my podcast, Dancing with Gravity. So I did it! I have changed its shape for long-form interviews with jugglers. A free-flow chat with a fellow juggler, geeking about juggling. I am planning on releasing a new podcast with a new guest every month. The first one is out and available right now on Substack, and: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Please let...

Noah Schmeissner is a wonderful Homo Sapiens Jugglius specimen. Instagram @ i.noahguy Thanks to our sponsor PlayJuggling Enter GRAVITY10 at checkout for 10% off Dancing with Gravity's production budget comes directly out of my bank account. If you're into what you're hearing, please consider supporting the show @ jugglegroove.academy/support Recorded @ TheHouseOnSerenada Music @ HeadOn...

Key Takeaways * Becoming a Professional Juggler * Patience and Long-Term Goals * Control & Sustainability in Juggling * Personal Experience & Lessons Learned Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril emphasizes the long journey to becoming a professional juggler, suggesting it takes about 10 years of full-time, dedicated practice to achieve proficiency. He stresses the importance of avoiding injuries by focu...

Key Takeaways * Keeping Rhythm in Juggling * Adapting to Variations * Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril advises Matt on improving his juggling technique by focusing on maintaining a consistent rhythm rather than adapting to the balls’ positions. He emphasizes that the rhythm is the core of the pattern, likening it to a heartbeat that keeps the juggling stable. Matt acknowledges that keeping his hands...

Key Takeaways * Breathing Techniques in Juggling * Adapting Breathing to Different Juggling Patterns * Personal Experiences and Recommendations Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril advises on breathing techniques for jugglers, emphasizing natural breathing through the nose if possible, and starting with an exhale to sync breath with the pattern. For complex patterns like seven balls, he recommends focus...

Key Takeaways * Accepting Illness and Rest * Bruce Lee’s Wisdom on Healing Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses the challenge of accepting illness and the need to rest, emphasizing that pushing through sickness can prolong recovery. They mention Bruce Lee’s philosophy that the first step to healing is acknowledging one’s condition, whether it’s sickness or injury. This acceptance is crucial fo...

Key Takeaways * Understanding the Juggling Plane Concept * Challenges of Maintaining the Juggling Plane * Simplifying the Juggling Pattern * Real-Time Perspective and Problem-Solving Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril explains the importance of maintaining a stable visual focus, likening the juggling plane to a canvas that should not move. He emphasize that moving one’s eyes disrupts the juggle plane,...

I would like to appreciate Laurel’s courage in being vulnerable and asking difficult questions. Key Takeaways * Impact of Social Media and Long-Term Goals * Personal Progress and Comparison * Setting Expectations and Adjusting Goals Summary (by my AI robot) Laurel expresses frustration about feeling stuck in her performance skills, despite the changes she has made to her act over the years. Cyril...

This is an experimental post, in which you are invited to follow my guided juggling cues along with Miranda, with a short discussion in the end. Key Takeaways * Focus on Breathing * Body & Muscle Awareness * Exploring Deeper Muscles * Motivation and Long-Term Exploration Summary (by my AI robot) The conversation focuses on a detailed exercise in body awareness and coordination in juggling. Cyril g...

Key Takeaways * Understanding the Universal Body * Integrating Physical Activities * Observing Cross-Activity Benefits Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses the universality of the human body, noting that despite differences in shape and form, most bodies share common muscle groups. He emphasizes the interconnectedness of various physical activities, suggesting that the body’s capabilities in o...

Key Takeaways * Deep vs Superficial Muscles * Importance of Deep Muscle Exercises * Daily Practice and Feedback Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses the importance of exercising deep muscles, which protect articulations and maintain alignment, versus superficial muscles that are more visible and responsible for locomotion. He emphasizes that deep muscle exercises are crucial for preventing bad...

Key Takeaways * Right Hand and Left Hand Dynamics * Observations on Hand Movements * Male/Female and Energy Balance Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses a metaphor about the right and left hands, suggesting that the right hand often steps in to "mansplain" or fix what the left hand is doing, which can undermine the left hand's confidence. He proposes a shift in perspective to empower the left...

Key Takeaways * Understanding Confidence and Flow State * Overconfidence * The Role of Body Awareness * Finding Personal Equilibrium Summary (by my AI robot) In the conversation, Laurel reflects on her experience with juggling, discussing the challenge of balancing confidence and control. Cyril appreciates Laurel’s insight, emphasizing the importance of finding a balance between confidence and ove...

Key Takeaways * Homeostasis * Adapting to Challenges * The Universe in Juggling * The Magic of Juggling Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril reflects on the concept of homeostasis, or balance, in various aspects of life and the universe, suggesting that equilibrium is a constantly evolving state. He shares a personal experience of performing contact juggling in Morocco, where he had to adapt to strong w...

Key Takeaways * Understanding the Role of Imagination in Juggling Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses the importance of imagination in juggling, for example, visualizing the skeleton and the flow of blood. He encourages using the mind to visualize juggling, even if the physical sensation is not initially felt. Cyril also mentions that different people may relate to the practice through their...

Key Takeaways * Musician's Instrument vs. Juggler's Body * The Impact of Lifestyle on Juggling * The Art of Visual Music Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril discusses the concept of building habits through the lens of being a musician and a juggler, comparing the consistency of a musical instrument to the body as an athlete's instrument. Musicians can rely on the unchanging nature of their instrument,...

Special Announcement Hello friends! I am participating in a documentary about juggling, and my dear friends Kate and Lindsey need support to finish editing the movie. If you could take a second to look at their project and support them, I would be ecstatic to see this documentary come to life. Serious Play Documentary Link There are 17 hours left to help, so it’s now or never! Key Takeaways * Crea...

Key Takeaways * Warm-Up Techniques * Muscle Engagement * Blending Exercises & Juggling * Evolution of Your Practice over Time Summary (by my AI robot) Cyril emphasizes the importance of warming up muscles (ie, the biceps) before juggling, suggesting light-weight exercises or bands to engage the muscles. He describes a method of alternating between exercises and juggling to maintain muscle memory a...