Ever had a workout where you pushed it way too far? You may be surprised to learn you can do something similar when you’re playing your bagpipes…

This week, Jim and Andrew discuss the consequences of overdoing physical activities and how it relates to playing bagpipes. Jim shares his recent experience with shoulder pain from felling trees and lifting weights, while Andrew introduces the concept of the 'intensity equation.'

The conversation explores how to balance intensity without sacrificing form in various aspects of life, including workouts, bagpipe practice, and overall well-being. They also chat through the importance of proper warm-ups, calibrating pressure and strength in reed playing, and maintaining a healthy balance between intense practice and enjoyment.

This week, we cover:
00:00 Workout Woes
00:34 The Overhead Press Incident
00:52 Strength Training Mishaps
05:10 The Intensity Equation Explained
07:26 Applying the Intensity Equation to Bagpiping
17:13 Balancing Practice and Life
24:42 Final Thoughts