Movers Mindset

How can we incorporate nature and movement into our lives to foster health, reflection, and personal growth? How does a professional tri-athlete become a barefoot nomad? The path has never been clearer to Jessi Stensland. She discusses the role of movement in her life, before diving into her passion: feet. Jessi unpacks her own journey of foot discovery, and shares foot recommendations for others....

What roles do culture, community, and personal experience play in shaping the art and teaching of street dance? Some things go beyond a passion to become a way of life… For Kyle ‘Just Sole’ and Dinita ‘Queen Di’ Clark that way of life is street dance. They share their story; how they started dancing, their backgrounds, and their work as choreographers and professors. Just Sole and Queen Di describ...

What are the ways in which personal narratives, self-perception, and mentorship influence an individual’s path to growth and transformation? If you want to know someone, have a conversation with them. But if you want to know who they really are, have a conversation with their partner. Thomas Droge and Brenda Kahn share their story and how they’ve changed over the years. They explore the idea of ou...

How can personal experiences with Aikido and wellness practices be used to help others improve their lives through self-awareness, physical health, and personal growth? Unexpectedly inheriting an Aikido school may sound overwhelming, but Cara-Michele Nether took it in stride. She sits down to share her journey in Aikido and acupuncture, and what she’s learned from both. Cara-Michele unpacks her vi...

How can diverse physical practices and creative disciplines inform and enhance each other to foster personal growth and adaptability? Any mind hell-bent on problem solving inevitably seeks challenge. Thea Rae discusses many things, including her movement background, coding, and stunt work. She unpacks the connections between her art, movement, aerial circus, and programming. Thea explains her vari...

How can movement practices like Parcon Resilience foster connection, empathy, and anti-racism in diverse communities? Andrew Suseno’s Parcon goes beyond the physical to create community and fight racism. Andrew discusses his family, ancestors, and their role in his identity. We explore what Parcon is, why he created Parcon Resilience, and his vision for the anti-racist work it does. Andrew unpacks...

How can inclusive coaching practices and a focus on empathy improve learning and growth for diverse groups in movement disciplines like parkour? When she first learned about parkour back in ’06, Nikkie Zanevsky never dreamed it would lead to her quitting her day job and starting her own movement company. Nikkie sits down to reflect on her approach to coaching, structuring classes, and creatin...

What can be learned from training parkour and engaging with challenges of height about composure, awareness, and personal growth? Bryan Riggins discusses his motivation, goals, and process of training descents, and his experiences and relationship with fear. He shares how it relates to his love of coaching children, and the challenges he personally works on. Bryan unpacks his reasons for training...

What role does tantra, authenticity, and interpersonal communication play in enhancing personal growth and human connection? TK openly discusses her experiences with tantra, explaining what it is, what it means to her, and how it relates to her goals with Lovecraft Collective. She shares her thoughts on the power of eye contact, radical honesty, and interpersonal communication. TK delves into her...

Craig reflects on 2019, thanking the team, and the people who have helped along the way. He recaps what Movers Mindset accomplished in 2019; the podcast being just one area of focus. He shares some plans and hints for what's coming for 2020 and in season 4. --- Hello👋 I'm Craig Constantine . In the Movers Mindset podcast, I talk with movement enthusiasts to learn who they are, what they do, and w...

What role should a national governing body play in shaping the growth and development of Parkour? Collaboration among diverse voices is shaping the future of Parkour through the USPK. This episode explores the US Parkour Association's (USPK) efforts to address competition, coaching certifications, and international pressures. The association adopts a neutral stance on competition, aiming to serve...

Craig discusses thinking of interactions as trades of value, whether or not money is used in the process. He explains how we trade directly and indirectly with others daily, and the effects of bringing third parties into trades. Craig talks about ways to trade directly with Movers Mindset; online, offline or by supporting the project financially. --- Hello👋 I'm Craig Constantine . In the Movers M...

What drives the creation and refinement of spaces and objects for parkour, and how do personal and communal experiences influence this process? Tyson Cecka unpacks his design process, how he began to build parkour obstacles, and where he finds inspiration. He discusses his current plans and goals, and explains why he doesn’t consider himself a great artist or creator. Tyson shares his experiences...

What are the challenges, structures, and opportunities involved in building and maintaining a transparent, community-driven national governing body for Parkour? Membership dues directly support a transparent, nonprofit structure designed to empower the Parkour community. This conversation goes into the structure, purpose, and vision of the United States Parkour Association (USPK), a nonprofit orga...

How can one integrate personal growth, creativity, and leadership to inspire and connect with others? Brandee Laird discusses many things, including the recent Art of Retreat, being an introvert, and card manipulation. She shares her coaching philosophy, influences, and creating experiences, and reflects on the role of usefulness in her practice. Brandee explains how she handles dark moods, strive...

What is the purpose and vision of the United States Parkour Association (USPK), and how does it aim to shape the future of Parkour in the United States? USPK seeks to unite the Parkour community under a shared vision for safety, legitimacy, and inclusivity. This episode explores the purpose and necessity of the United States Parkour Association (USPK), focusing on its role as a national governing...

Craig discusses the benefit of describing your practice, and why three words is an effective way to do it. He shares Movers Mindset's three words for the whole project, and unpacks each of them. Craig explains how Movers Mindset's three words are connected, and what they mean to the project. --- Hello👋 I'm Craig Constantine . In the Movers Mindset podcast, I talk with movement enthusiasts to lear...

How can public spaces be designed to integrate parkour features while balancing community needs and architectural aesthetics? Colin MacDonald discusses his experience designing parkour parks, and what he’s learned from the process. He shares thoughts on his creative process and inspirations before explaining more about Landscape Architecture and the program he is in. Colin unpacks some of his pers...

Craig goes beyond podcasting to unpack another piece of the Movers Mindset project; the Community. He discusses the elements that a community requires in order to be successful, and why we don’t always succeed when creating community online. Craig explains the Movers Mindset community’s purpose, and what you’ll find inside the community. --- Hello👋 I'm Craig Constantine . In the Movers Mindset po...

What are the key challenges and opportunities in creating a unified national governing body for the Parkour community in the United States? Experienced practitioners work to ensure the integrity of Parkour’s future through governance and cooperation. This conversation introduces the transition board members of the United States Parkour Association (USPK) and gets into their motivations and experti...

How can movement practices, particularly parkour, serve as tools for self-transformation and personal growth? Rafe Kelley dives deep into his thoughts about the hero’s journey and it’s relevance to parkour. He shares his own journey and research into parkour and movement, finding meaning in practicing, and why he trains in nature. Rafe discusses parkour’s power as a transformative practice, the sp...

How do personal experiences with movement practices and societal dynamics shape an individual's perspective on gender roles, personal growth, and parenting? Rebecca Brightly discusses the changing dynamics of going from Lindy Hop to motherhood and unpacks her parenting philosophy. She explains why she tolerates parkour and how the gender dynamics contrast with her experience in dance. Rebecca give...

What can be done to better understand and improve the experience of women in parkour? Naomi Honey and Melissa Way discuss the importance of women’s experience in parkour, what that means, and how society impacts it. They dig into the unicorn syndrome, the polarization of genders, and how community leaders can help get more women involved. Naomi and Melissa tackle why women’s only events are import...

How can people maintain discipline, stay motivated, and effectively manage distractions to pursue personal growth and self-improvement? Dan Edwardes explains the value of playing games, and unpacks what motivates him. He discusses the struggle of choosing where to spend your time and energy, and the difficulty of distractions. Dan shares his insights on parkour’s relationship to self efficacy, and...

How do movement, coaching, and family intersect to shape personal growth and relationships over time? Chris Rowat and Shirley Darlington-Rowat discuss serendipity, coaching, and Chris’s work with the fire brigade. They share their thoughts on raising kids, setting aside time for family, and training and moving together. Shirley and Chris share their current struggles, some stories about their past...