How does photography intersect with movement and identity, and what responsibilities and privileges come with its practice? Parkour and photography share a symbiotic relationship in challenging barriers and fostering connection. “Photographing parkour in these spaces was giving these monuments kind of new narratives and demonstrating that beyond the history, there Read more…
How does the experience of transitioning between different roles—such as coach, business consultant, and relationship coach—shape perspectives on community, creativity, and personal fulfillment? For Maggie Spaloss, transitioning from coaching parkour into coaching relationships and intimacy felt like a natural progression. She discusses her connection parkour, and how it’s evolved from Read more…
What roles do movement, play, and internal-external balance play in human connection and self-expression? The balance between internal and external experiences shapes how individuals perceive and express themselves. “Let us have the capacity to lose the safety, and the illusion of the safety, that we are given in our century, Read more…
How does movement, particularly parkour, serve as a reflection of one’s mental and physical state while fostering personal growth and community connection? Movement reveals the intricate connection between physical challenges and mental states. “One thing I really love about parkour, and what it’s been for me, is that it’s kind Read more…
What is the relationship between physical movement practices like floor work, yoga, and breath, and how do these practices influence personal growth and teaching methods? Discover how confronting the hardness of the floor can transform both physical practice and personal resilience. “You want to be friends with the floor. You Read more…
How do individuals decide what to share with others, and what strategies are effective for meaningful communication? The conversation explores the interplay between offering help and withholding it to foster personal growth. “Anything that, sort of, gets you out of the rigidity of pattern is what lights you up.” ~ Read more…
What strategies can be used to help individuals overcome personal and environmental barriers to achieve their physical and mental wellness goals? When Jim Bathurst first began his fitness blog in college, he never imagined it would lead to a successful career as a personal trainer and coach. He shares his Read more…
What motivates and shapes the personal experiences and practices of someone who navigates both the parkour and climbing communities? Exploring mindfulness in movement reveals deeper insights into personal and communal growth. “It’s interesting how it somehow reveals our own thought process. So the exact sequence of my feet in some Read more…
How can individuals integrate nature, education, art, and personal healing into creating positive change for themselves and their communities? Lindsey Kleinberg advocates for nature play in the most important way; practicing what she preaches. She shares her experiences raising her family through alternative and nature education, and why it’s important Read more…
What can be learned from reflecting on personal growth and authenticity through the lenses of podcasting and movement? Exploring the intersection of self-expression and discipline through creative mediums. “Experimentation was key for me. And I think it’s just like, where are you finding the growth?” ~ Brandon Douglass (13:04) This Read more…
What influences the balance between seriousness and playfulness in physical training and movement practices? Physical challenges highlight the intricate relationship between personal growth and self-reflection. “I think that there is a lot of creativity for one— but also, just progression, that happens in the space of being playful, goofing around, Read more…
How does exploring one’s center and asking questions influence personal growth and understanding? Asking the right questions transforms challenges into opportunities for growth. “I think that a way to find creativity and inspiration is, try to read something, try to see something that is not what you usually see, that Read more…