Spent the morning with my pal Mike breaking our brains back into human Gecko mode in prep for an upcoming thing…
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Day 32/100 – wrestling pebbles →
Bonus round →
Ooooof.
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Day 31/100 – light variations →
Trying to find light (as in playful) QM variations.
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Day 30/100 – bouldering →
quick warm-UP run, then some fingers and toes conditioning. Possible rock climbing adventure in 18 days. #100days #artdudeplacement
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Day 29/100 – random stuffs →
Day 28/100 – maximum effort →
I don’t know why Deadpool’s catch-phrase has stuck with me… but it has. If you meet me in person, you’ll find I’m almost always wearing this little reminder, “maximum effort / effort maximal”. For me it means put in the maximum effort *now* which leads to *long term* success. …and so, out the door for another run. https://constantine.name/100days
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If you must →
Never lie, steal, cheat, or drink. But if you must lie, lie in the arms of the one you love. If you must steal, steal away from bad company. If you must cheat, cheat death. And if you must drink, drink in the moments that take your breath away
~ Will Smith
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Day 27/100 – this needs a name →
Did a half hour of basic QM, and then thought this up… Two positions, face-up and down. Roll between the positions keeping arms and legs off the ground. When face up do pike leg raises, when face down do pushups. Add 1 to the count each time.
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Day 26/100 – Sunday class →
there was some “cat on a rail” practice, and some running (an entire football field of suicide lines) #100days #artdudeplacement
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Finn Berggren: Gerlev Idrætshøjskole, sportification, and the Olympics →
What are the transformative possibilities of integrating Parkour into educational frameworks, and how can its values be preserved amidst sportification pressures?
Finn Berggren shares his thoughts on Parkour, explaining why he brought Parkour to Gerlev Idrætshøjskole in Denmark to replace the traditional gymnastics curriculum. We also discuss the “sportification” of Parkour and the Olympics, and he shares his story of the pivotal moment which solidified his decision to bring Parkour to Gerlev.
We built the first Parkour park in the world because it was a park designed to teach for pedagogical reasons and not just for doing, but also to learn how to do it and, at the same time, understand the philosophy behind Parkour.
~ Finn Berggren (7:00)
Finn Berggren shares his experiences as the principal of Gerlev Sports Academy, where he has transformed the institution’s approach to movement education by integrating Parkour. He recounts discovering Parkour through a television program and how its unstructured, innovative nature captivated him. His vision led to the creation of the world’s first pedagogical Parkour park, designed to teach movement and philosophy rather than competitive techniques. Finn discusses Gerlev’s evolution from a gymnastics-focused academy to a hub for diverse movement practices, including Parkour and street dance, emphasizing personal development and inclusivity.
Finn also reflects on the broader implications of sportification, warning against its potential to restrict the freedom and creativity inherent in Parkour. He advocates for preserving its unstructured, exploratory spirit and suggests using networks rather than rigid organizations to maintain its authenticity. Finn shares a personal story of witnessing children’s spontaneous engagement with movement, underscoring the importance of fun, challenge, and reflection in promoting physical activity and holistic development.
Takeaways
Fun as a foundation — Movement education thrives on enjoyment, which combats inactivity and encourages sustained engagement.
Challenges in Parkour — Emphasizes personal and mental challenges as vital components of growth.
Reflection in sport — Movement practices should promote reflection on societal and health impacts.
Parkour’s introduction at Gerlev — Brought new vitality and philosophy to the academy’s curriculum.
Development of the first Parkour park — A unique pedagogical space that merged practice and philosophy.
Sportification concerns — Over-structuring risks eroding the freedom and innovation central to Parkour.
Educational philosophy — Gerlev focuses on personal development over examinations, fostering individual responsibility.
Networking versus organizing — Networks are preferred to preserve Parkour’s values and resist rigid institutionalization.
Resources
Gerlev Sports Academy — The institution spearheading innovative movement education, including the world’s first Parkour park.
(Written with help from Chat-GPT.)
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