In this conversation, Carl Paoli and Lydia Barrington discuss their relationship and impact on each other's lives. Lydia shares her journey of finding her place in the fitness industry and struggling to fit in. She talks about the pivotal moments that led her to start her own business and the evolution of her coaching style. Lydia emphasizes the im…

In this conversation, Carl Paoli and Jim Crowell discuss various topics related to the fitness industry and entrepreneurship. They cover the challenges faced by solo fitness professionals, the importance of finding a unique value proposition, and the metrics to consider for a business of one. They also explore the dynamics of the influencer space a…

In this conversation, Carl Paoli interviews Jeffery Louis, Jeffro, about his journey in breaking and achieving success. They discuss the importance of being true to oneself, the influence of family and approval, and the highs and lows of Jeffro;'s Olympic journey. Jeffro shares his approach to training and practice, emphasizing the need for restrai…

In this conversation, Heidi Lane Powell discusses her journey as a mother, her identity beyond her appearance on Extreme Weight Loss, and her approach to success. She emphasizes the importance of partnerships and sharing knowledge to create meaningful transformations. Heidi also shares her perspective on navigating relationships and advises her son…

Dan Uyemura is the CEO of PushPress and a fitness enthusiast who has been working on startups his whole career. He recently sold his second gym to pave the way for focusing more time on PushPress.https://www.pushpress.com/Summary:In this conversation, Dan Uyemura, the founder of Push Press, shares his journey of overcoming personal struggles and bu…

SummaryIn this conversation, Sarah Baldwin explains the importance of regulating our nervous system and how it impacts our daily lives. She discusses the common traits of people seeking help and the role of somatic therapy in navigating the nervous system. Sarah also explores the six states of the nervous system and guides supporting dysregulated i…

Teddi Dean Bennett, a Mindfulness and Yoga Teacher with roots in Southern California's surf and skateboard culture, transitioned from an extensive skateboarding career to a deep exploration of spirituality. Trained by Jason Crandell, he developed a profound appreciation for the Dharma and the teachings of the Buddha, culminating in unique experienc…

Tim Stevenson is a physical performance coach and co-founder of the School of Calisthenics. Tim has deep knowledge and personal experience building high-performing shoulders after receiving multiple shoulder dislocations and two reconstructive surgeries. ​​​Learn more about Tim here: https://www.dynamicshoulders.com/Follow Tim on Instagram: https:/…

Helen Kalafatic, a Film and Series Producer, is renowned for her work on iconic projects such as "SpongeBob SquarePants," "Green Eggs and Ham," and Disney’s “Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue,” and specializes in CG and hand-drawn animation. Helen is a creative powerhouse with keen eye for innovation and a passion for mentoring; she excels as …

Ian MacLeod, the former owner and co-founder of Nirvana Strength in Bali, is known for his holistic approach to fitness. Ian's focus on vitality and longevity is reflected in tailored group classes emphasizing mobility and flexibility. Recently, Ian has traveled globally, sharing his expertise and teaching his unique fitness philosophy worldwide.In…

Dr. Nicholas Romanov, a renowned sports scientist, is the developer of the @posemethod. In this episode, in his unique and compelling ways, he shares the principles of human performance and his philosophy on movement. Originally from Russia, he relocated to the United States in the early 90s. In 2002, he conducted a groundbreaking study with Prof. …

Lee Elias is a multi-talented individual, acclaimed author, podcast host, and championship coach whose expertise and inspirational words have left an indelible mark on audiences, especially for his expertise in building a winning team!Learn more about Lee and his work here: https://gamesevengroup.comLee Elias Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le…

Miguel Sant'ana is an internationally renowned hand balancer and coach with over a decade of experience teaching his method to a diverse global audience, from beginners to high-level athletes, aiming to inspire clear understanding and commitment in hand balance practice.LEARN AND MASTER THE FUNDAMENTALS OF HAND BALANCING: https://artofhandstands.co…

Josh Pirtle, also known as Fluffy Duck, is a prominent figure in the CrossFit community, renowned for his humor and memes centered around CrossFit, athletes, and the community.Jos Pirtle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfluffyduck/Josh Pirtle's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Lj8Bs8JobfAiJbLOgPeSB?si=3f18187dafcf4c73Josh Pirtle's …

Víctor Ortiz de la Torre, el cómico gimnasta que interpreta a Wilbur, ha cautivado a más de ~400,000 seguidores en Instagram. Con su humor, habilidades acrobáticas y como un ex campeón de gimnasia artística encontró su vocación en el mundo del arte y el circo. Además de su trabajo como actor y acróbata, ha creado espectáculos y recorrido el mundo c…

Sue Izzo is a seasoned business consultant and brand strategist with over 20 years of experience in sports management and personal brand development. Before establishing her small business consulting firm, she excelled in helping Olympic athletes leverage their talents to build thriving personal brands, securing lucrative endorsement deals, enterta…

In this episode, Carl Paoli talks to Nelson Cuadras, the host of The Daily Practice Podcast and Director of Training of StrongArm TechFor fitness equipment, use code FREESTYLE15 at https://lycanfitness.com/ for 15% off at checkout

In the lecture "What is Freestyle," Coach Carl Paoli presents a comprehensive framework that serves as his book's thesis. The lecture offers an in-depth exploration of the philosophy and mechanics of physical movement and fitness, providing a holistic approach to understanding and mastering these disciplines. Coach Paoli begins by defining "freesty…

In this episode, Carl Paoli goes over his framework for bringing a vision and ideas to life and the 10 steps he iterates on to make it possible. Framework:1. Feasibility: Can the project technically and legally be done?2. Viability: Can the project sustain itself financially?3. Desirability: Does the project fulfill a want or need?Ten Steps For Bri…

In today's episode, Carl Paoli is joined by Caroline Burckle. Olympic athlete Caroline delves deep into the emotional challenges of transitioning from her athletic career to pursuing other interests, such as making art.Swimming has played a significant role in Caroline's life, and she reflects on how her approach to swimming has evolved over the ye…

In today's episode, Carl Paoli explores the Content Network Economy framework and its significance in personal and professional growth. Carl also dives into quitting and its powerful implications. Carl reflects on his experiences with quitting and how it can be a moment of awareness to let go of things that no longer serve us. He explores quitting …

In this episode, Carl Paoli explores the philosophy of valuing the process over the outcome by setting the right goals and asking the right questions. Carl shares practical steps for goal setting, visualization, resilience, and productivity; all centered around becoming self-directed and process-oriented on the path to success.…

In this solo episode of the Freestyle Way podcast, Carl Paoli discusses the concept of "create and attract." He shares personal updates and insights while emphasizing the power of creating meaningful work and attracting opportunities through mastery, purpose, and unique expression. He touches on various key points, including: Introduction to Create…

In this episode, Carl Paoli is joined by Rodolfo Farfán with Lycan Fitness. Discover how Lycan enhances lives with quality equipment in over ten countries. Since 2010, Lycan Fitness has been leading the way, offering durable and transformative gear. Join us as we explore this international success story in the making. Use code FREESTYLE15 for 15% o…

¡Bienvenidos al podcast sobre Rodolfo Farfán y Lycan Fitness! Descubre cómo a través de Lycan Rodolfo y su equipo trabajan en mejorar las vidas de las personas con equipo de fitness de alta calidad en más de 10 países. Desde 2010, Lycan Fitness lidera el camino, ofreciendo equipos duraderos y transformadores. Únete a nosotros mientras exploramos es…

In this episode I sit down with Sverri Finsson from the Faroe Islands of Denmark, who is currently playing college football in the US at Wheeling University, in Wheeling, West Virginia. He spent the entire summer here training with me at Strength Culture to prepare for his final college season of his football career. Afterwards, he plans on pursuin…

Matt is the owner of Plus Plyos, an online coaching platform that provides plyometric training programs, courses, and systems for coaches and athletes. His initial coaching experience was as a track coach for jumpers and multi-eventers, which led him to work as the lead S&C coach for Itchen College Basketball in the UK. Matt teaches and delivers se…

Join Carla Robbins and Nicholas Simpson, experts from Vital Strength and Physiology Inc, as they dissect common misconceptions in conditioning for sport, hybrid athlete training, and running form and gait. Drawing from their extensive experience working with national teams, Olympic athletes, and diverse sports backgrounds, they debunk myths and off…

In this podcast, Carl Paoli gives you a life update, tells you about his trip to France to attend Cannes Lions with Sunny Choi and NBC Universal and how he turned into the most awkward human alive when he met Paris Hilton.

Carl Paoli is a self-taught Performance Life Coach with a background as an elite gymnast in Spain. Despite not having a traditional coaching or psychology education, Carl has honed his skills through years of personal experience and a passion for helping others reach their full potential. After retiring from gymnastics, Carl utilized his entreprene…

Ryland is a photographer, designer, storyteller, and sociological artist grounded in sharing the world’s humanity. Ryland’s new book, When Do You Feel Free? It is now available for pre-order. Visit Ryland’s Website: https://rylandhormel.com/about Pre-order the book: https://trope.com/products/when-do-you-feel-free Instagram: https://www.instagram.c…

Cara Miller is an accomplished author, professor, coach, and consultant specializing in leadership formation, organizational change, and adult development and learning psychology. She holds an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from the University of San Diego. Cara's expertise led her to be affiliated with Harvard University, whe…

In this episode, Carl dives into how to approach creating content while exploring the delicate balance between creativity and profitability.Carl shares his insights on understanding your target audience and tailoring your content to their needs while paving the way for sustainable success.He also tackles how to navigate staying true to oneself whil…

Quinn is a Doctor of Physical Therapy located in Orange County, CA and co-founder of ClinicalAthlete. He has practiced within high-performance sporting facilities for the past 10 years. Quinn works primarily with competitive athletes to maximize performance while managing risk and injury; and strives to maintain his own status as a mediocre athlete…

What is the Freestyle INSIDER?Carl Paoli's exclusive community for coaches, athletes, and creatives! This close-knit group encourages personal and professional development, emphasizes leadership, and helps bring your visions to life. The focus is to accelerate life performance in pursuit of specific career objectives while providing opportunities f…

Solopreneurship Starter KitIn this episode, Carl Paoli shares his personal experience and journey from being a business of one to venturing into a business of some and returning to the realm of solopreneurship.This episode is Carl Paoli’s starter kit for solopreneurship based on the following ten aspects of business development:1. Define your missi…

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In this podcast, Carl Paoli shares insights for breakers on qualifying for the Olympics, as breakdancing will be featured in the Paris 2024 Olympics for the first time. The following topics are discussed:- How Carl got interested in it and his encounter with B-Boy Wicket and the Renegade Rockers crew members.- The importance of treating breaking as…

Alec is a hybrid athlete & coach who specializes in helping strength athletes step up their conditioning game without killing their gains in the gym. He has worked extensively with military & law enforcement, CrossFit competitors, and other athletes who require concurrent strength & conditioning at a high level. He enjoys competing in ultra enduran…

“Darryl was born and raised in Pittsburg/Antioch, California, in the heart of the Bay Area. He grew up playing baseball and studying martial arts, but it wasn't until he discovered parkour at the age of 12 that he found his true passion. Inspired by comic books and graphic novels, he saw parkour as a way to become the real-life embodiment of his fa…

Randi "Rascal" Freitas is a Bay Area-born, LA-based breaker, choreographer, and freestyler. From touring Japan to performing on TV shows like The Ellen Show and The Grammys, Randi is also a respected underground dancer, instructor, and co-organizer of The Dance Fight while running her own training company, OMEGA Flow Floorwork, with a focus on incl…

Abraham Josue Bonilla, a Latin-American cellist, has appeared in recitals and concerts throughout the US, Latin America, Europe, and South America. A recent graduate of the Eastman School of Music and a recipient of an Artist’s Diploma from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, Abraham has led sections and soloed under the batons of Mich…

Ian Markow is a personal trainer based out of South Florida working in Delray Beach and Miami Beach. Ian has unique training experience across many populations from rehab to performance. This episode is a must listen to all coaches as it is packed with wisdom you will not hear anywhere else.By theflexibull

José Canales, also known as Jo Canales, dreamed of becoming a professional soccer player, but life led him to become a renowned Formula One high-performance sports coach. When doors started to close for Canales as a soccer player, he opened a CrossFit gym. He intended to use his work at his gym to stay in shape for professional soccer. But, in 2017…

On this podcast episode, the talented Vicki Chang, also known as "La Vix," is a rising legend in the Breaking Scene and a member of Team USA. Born on August 3, 1990, in San Jose, California, La Vix discovered her love for breaking while studying ecology and restoration sociology at the University of California, Berkeley. Her passion for art has led…

In this episode I sit down and answer the questions I've been getting asked recently. I'm happy to get this podcast going again so look out for upcoming episodes!By theflexibull

This podcast episode features Charles H. Martin, Ph.D., AI Specialist and Distinguished Engineer (NLP & Search)—inventor of weightwatcher.ai. Carl and Chuck discuss artificial intelligence (AI) and its various applications. Chuck shares his experience consulting on machine learning for LiveStrong and his involvement in developing Weight Watcher AI.…

In this podcast episode, Carl Paoli explores the evolution of our species and how we can progress and adapt to changes. He discusses the three aspects of health: performance, life, and the individual, and how understanding individual progress leads to collective improvement. Paoli also talks about the importance of tool-making and resource manageme…

Carl Paoli and Ryan Orrico catch up the week after recording the podcast episode to catch up via Instagram Live. This is the first official After Show. Ryan Orrico, presents as the anti-coach and experiments with different identities and bold voices on social media that strike a delicate balance between being offensive and sensitive. In a sea of ge…

In this episode, I talk to Ryan Orrico, who presents as the anti-coach and experiments with different identities and bold voices on social media that strike a delicate balance between being offensive and sensitive. In a sea of generic and unhelpful coaching advice, those who dare to look beyond their fragile constructs of moral integrity see Orrico…