What are the personal transformations that occur through competitive rowing and movement practices like Parkour? Roberto Regueiro Santiago discusses his years rowing crew, both as an athlete and a coach, and his thoughts on the competitive nature of the sport. Roberto shares how an injury changed his perspective and opened up his possibilities, leading him to Fighting Monkey and parkour. He explains his ideas of mastery, as well as his approach to games and training. "I don't think it's totally ...
Apr 03, 2019•37 min•Season 3Ep. 33
What role does community involvement and accessibility play in shaping inclusive, multigenerational spaces for Parkour and movement practice? Blake Evitt discusses the importance of partnering with your community, creating multigenerational spaces for training, as well as how he does that in his hometown of Boston. He unpacks the influence that traveling had on his training, coaching, and business, as well as his own personal growth. Blake shares his thoughts on a number of subjects, including b...
Mar 30, 2019•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 32
What does it mean to make movement more accessible and inclusive for everyone, regardless of background or athletic ability? In this episode Cordelia Storm unpacks her thoughts about accessibility, the effects of a gym on a community, and her motivation for learning flips. She delves into her personal journey, as well as her relationship with competition. Cordelia mentions her documentary project, and finishes by tackling the concepts of gender, age, and representation in the parkour space. "In ...
Mar 27, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 31
What role should competition and commercialization play in shaping the future of Parkour? Mark Toorock shares his thoughts on the commercialization of parkour, FIG and competitions, as well as the direction parkour is headed. He also opens up about his personal goals for parkour, raising the socially acceptable age of play, and how he sees himself within the community. Mark wraps up by discussing the power of parkour to benefit all people. "The thing for me about Parkour is, if I can make one pe...
Mar 21, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 30
What motivates someone to push beyond personal limits in dance, Parkour, and other movement disciplines to achieve mastery? Emily Tung shares her journey and goals in both breaking and parkour, as well as the differences between those two practices and communities. She also discusses her diverse movement practices, from stunt work, contortion, to pole dancing, as well as her lesser known skills in puppetry. Emily finishes by unpacking her thoughts on coaching, unsolicited advice, and speaking up...
Mar 14, 2019•57 min•Season 3Ep. 29
What draws people away from conventional careers and into lives centered on movement, manual labor, and holistic living? Chris Moran discusses his unique path from personal trainer to farmer, and the relationship between movement and farming. He shares his insights on chronic pain and pain theory, as well as how his training and coaching has become deeply rooted in permaculture. Chris ends by describing his continuing passion for film making and creative projects. "Stay outside. It's not, go out...
Feb 20, 2019•38 min•Season 2Ep. 28
What motivates individuals to embark on journeys that are deeply personal, yet intricately tied to the people and communities they encounter along the way? Mandy Lam dives right into discussion about her travels, the characters she’s met and communities she has visited. She and Craig discuss the ethos and spirit of Évry Move, where they sat down to talk, as well as their experiences with the Yamakasi. Mandy also shares her thoughts on what makes a good community, the importance of solo training ...
Feb 06, 2019•1 hr 53 min•Season 2Ep. 27
What are the principles and practices that lead to personal growth, meaningful teaching, and effective learning in physical disciplines? Marcello Palozzo discusses his studies in the area of strength and conditioning, his relationship with Ido Portal, and how to capture information to optimize your learning. He shares his insights on teaching and learning, discussing the responsibilities of a teacher. Marcello explains how he found his current path, as well as his goals and plans for the future....
Jan 23, 2019•25 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In a reversal of roles, this episode features Craig as the guest, interviewed by Movers Mindset's production manager, Kristen. They discuss all things related to the podcast, from its origin, how we got to where we are, and the unseen difficulty involved in "just making a podcast." Craig opens up about why he chose to make a podcast, what it means to him, and where he hopes to take it. For more information on this episode, go to https://moversmindset.com/25 --- Hello👋 I'm Craig Constantine . In...
Jan 09, 2019•30 min•Season 2Ep. 25
What lessons can we learn from integrating Parkour into structured educational settings and promoting personal growth through physical movement? In this episode of Movers Mindset, Craig talks with Martin Kallesøe of Street Movement. They discuss Martin’s unique introduction to parkour, his thoughts on coaching, and Danish Parkour’s coffee culture. He also touches on his first experiences with the Yamakasi, as well as the history and culture of Street Movement and the International Gathering at G...
Dec 29, 2018•38 min•Season 2Ep. 24
What is the deeper philosophy behind Art du Déplacement, and how does it shape both movement practice and personal growth? Stany Boulifard Mallet sits down with Craig to discuss his Art du Déplacement (ADD) journey, his practice, and his relationship with the founders. He shares how he met the Yamakasi, and the impact that they have had on his training over the years. Stany also unpacks his thoughts on the motivation behind ADD and his own reasons for training. "You can choose to be ready; you c...
Dec 07, 2018•30 min•Season 2Ep. 23
What lessons can parkour teach about culture, education, and personal development? Craig travels to Edinburgh, Scotland to interview John “Hedge” Hall about the culture of parkour, his ideas on how Scotland views parkour, and his own personal movement journey. Hedge unpacks how different cultures and societies adapt parkour to fit them and the impact of cultural norms on their practice. Touching a bit on coaching, Hedge discusses the impact of educational environments on his students. "Parkour i...
Nov 22, 2018•41 min•Season 2Ep. 22
What lessons can we learn about personal growth, community building, and training innovation through parkour? Craig sits down to interview Ville Leppanen, a lifelong learner and member of the Finnish Parkour community. Ville discusses how he uses different tools in his coaching, how to work smarter instead of harder, and how he uses interval training to help him in parkour. Finally, Ville touches on how his coaching has evolved over the years and how his teaching has helped him learn things abou...
Nov 06, 2018•39 min•Season 2Ep. 21
What are the deeper implications of autonomy, curiosity, and the evolving dynamics of coaching within the context of parkour and personal exploration? In the final part of our 3-part interview with Sebastien Foucan, Craig and Seb continue to discuss his movement journey. Sebastien brings to light what he sees as his “Path To Truth.” They discuss his relationship with learning, different coaching styles, and wrap up with Sebastien’s three words. "I'm an explorer, nothing stays static. I'm still e...
Oct 22, 2018•39 min•Season 2Ep. 20
What can we learn about the intersection of philosophy, personal growth, and structured systems within the practice of parkour? Sandro Widmer discusses ParkourONE’s TRUST concept, his current research and movement journey. Along the way he describes his time in America, and the struggles of studying parkour coaches. Sandro also reminds us to walk through this world with an open mind, as we can never fully understand each other’s experiences. "I think what’s most important is to walk through the ...
Oct 02, 2018•33 min•Season 2Ep. 19
What strategies and principles underpin effective training, mental resilience, and personal growth? Sebastien Foucan and Craig continue their conversation in the second part of Sebastien’s three part interview. In this episode, Sebastien discusses how he trains, how he coaches, and how he prepares for his roles in various movies and films. Craig and Sebastien also discuss the influence genetics and natural skill has on the success of a person in their sport. "Being always in motion keeps you fit...
Sep 17, 2018•37 min•Season 2Ep. 18
What lessons can be drawn from navigating challenges and fostering perseverance in life, community, and personal growth? Travis Tetting joins Craig for a heartfelt discussion of his coaching journey, community, and building things from the ground up. Along the way he describes his love for his community and the rewards of coaching. Travis explains how his bond to his family and Christian faith have given him the strength to get to where he is today. "I think, at the heart, at the core of a 'hear...
Sep 02, 2018•40 min•Season 2Ep. 17
What is the role of exploration in achieving personal growth and self-mastery? Sebastien Foucan joins Craig for the first of a three part interview. Sebastien is best described – in his own words – as an explorer. Craig and Sebastien talk about what he means by explorer and how his journey of exploration has evolved over the years. "The purpose of it is liberation and self-development." ~ Sebastien Foucan (6:00) Sebastien Foucan discusses his evolution as an explorer, emphasizing how his experie...
Aug 06, 2018•36 min•Season 2Ep. 16
What motivates and sustains a practice that evolves personal fulfillment and builds community? Dylan Johanson is the owner and founder of Innate Movement Parkour in Kingston, New York. A practitioner for many years, Dylan talks about his origin story and the challenges surrounding building and then re-building his gym. Then he shares some thoughts on what advice he would give his younger self. "Sometimes, I still need to remind myself to not accidentally slip onto the treadmill of traditional su...
Jul 11, 2018•37 min•Season 2Ep. 15
What principles can we learn from integrating movement, play, and systems thinking to foster personal growth and collaborative learning? Jesse Danger takes time out from teaching parkour to share thoughtful insights on topics such as systems thinking through game design, the role of novelty, and how to work with a group toward a single focus while still honoring the individual. Along the way we also discuss life lessons learned through playing chess. "Nothing will ever be the same as it was. Thi...
May 27, 2018•32 min•Season 2Ep. 14
What are the key considerations in designing, constructing, and sustaining inspiring gym spaces that foster exploration and play? Andy Taylor discusses the intricacies of designing and building a great parkour gym. Along the way, we talk about what makes a gym inspiring, the evolution of build standards that are safe without limiting parkour vision, and how parkour has been instrumental in the development of a young autistic girl. "When I sit down to design a gym, I try to call to the inner chil...
Apr 15, 2018•36 min•Season 2Ep. 13
What motivates and shapes individual approaches to physical training, risk management, and personal growth? Elet Hall takes time out from a motorcycle engine rebuild to discuss his approach to training (and not training), challenge, risk, danger, consequences, and why he walked away from American Ninja Warrior. Along the way, we talk about Lyme disease, and his work with the Bay Area Lyme Foundation, before he shares his four words to describe his practice. "Strength of character is what I’m loo...
Mar 01, 2018•31 min•Season 2Ep. 12
What drives personal growth and resilience in the face of immense physical, emotional, and cultural challenges? Ševo Saša is best-known as an amazing and creative mover, and the founder of the Skochypstiks clothing line. In this interview he shares the story of his Parkour beginnings after the collapse of Yugoslavia, and his motivation for overcoming a devastating injury in his youth. Sasa’s love of people and profound discipline have enabled him to thrive amidst the cycles of life, and have lea...
Feb 05, 2018•29 min•Season 2Ep. 11
What motivates individuals to transform their lives and turn challenges into opportunities for growth and creativity? Matthew Poprocki does what he loves. Formally a visual artist, he is now a movement artist who likes to play and overcome obstacles. He discusses the challenges he’s faced and how he rediscovered his artistic expression through Parkour. "I realized after a few years, I didn’t lose it, I’m still an artist, I’m a Life artist." ~ Matthew Poprocki (7:16) The conversation explores the...
Oct 29, 2017•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
What can we learn about personal growth, resilience, and community through extreme physical challenges? Chris Keighley helps me muscle up the strength to understand challenge. We discuss its rewards, hazards, and how it can be a powerful tool for personal growth from day one. He shares stories from behind the scenes of the 1,000 Muscle-Up Challenge, and talks about finding challenge in more mundane activities, like building a tire tower at the Gerlev International Gathering. "Modern life doesn't...
Sep 22, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 9
What does it take to transform personal struggles and passions into a thriving community that fosters movement, connection, and belonging? Andrew Foster shares his fascinating journey from his home-schooled beginnings in Ohio, Arabic studies, and living in Jordan, (including meeting and training with Danny Ilabaca in Cairo) to facing the dark challenge of losing everything- including his purpose in life. Starting renewed from his lowest point, on a mountaintop in Colorado, he describes finding n...
Sep 12, 2017•31 min•Season 1Ep. 8
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. "...
Aug 27, 2017•25 min•Season 1Ep. 7
What unique perspectives can be gained by exploring the interplay of movement disciplines like Capoeira, Parkour, and natural movement? Paul brings his extensive experience to bear to provide insight into Capoeira. We go on to talk about how movement itself can be a conversation, before we dig deep into the human need to experience nature as part of our lives, as well as part of our parkour practice. "You see it coming, you get out of the way." ~ Paul Graves (10:04) The conversation begins by ex...
Jul 16, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 6
What is the unique role of Parkour in fostering mindfulness, community, and personal growth? Max Henry shares his introduction and journey into parkour, and how he’s gotten to where he is. He unpacks his book, the Parkour Roadmap, explaining what it is, and why he wrote it, before delving into his work on the Water Project with Know Obstacles. Max discusses his thoughts on the infrastructure of parkour, the changes parkour could undergo as it evolves, and the responsibility he feels to preserve ...
Jun 09, 2017•39 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What steps can be taken to normalize play and movement for adults in public spaces? Caitlin Pontrella discusses the Movement Creative, explaining its goals and vision beyond simply teaching parkour. She unpacks her thoughts on the concept of play, how it relates to parkour, and the benefits of both play and risk. Caitlin wraps up by sharing her insights into starting new projects and how to involve your community. "Risk gives you choice, and it gives you opportunity to explore and challenge your...
May 03, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 4
