

Masculinity, Mindset, and Movement with Mike Salemi
9 snips Sep 17, 2025
In this conversation, Mike Salemi, an elite performance coach and men's work facilitator, shares his journey of blending movement, breath, and language for holistic transformation. He discusses the unique coaching experience of working with Mark England and reveals the five pillars essential for embodied leadership. Mike tackles modern men's challenges like loneliness and restlessness and emphasizes the need for emotional growth beyond physical training. His insights on story work and mindfulness offer valuable tools for anyone seeking deeper personal mastery.
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Mark's Full-Send Kettlebell Commitment
- Mark England committed early to a multi-year coaching plan and trained anywhere, from closets to parking lots.
- His consistency and portability (kettlebell in the truck) made the transformation obvious to Kimberly and Mike.
Story Work Enhances Movement Mastery
- Mike links story work directly to technical skill development using form and control as the bridge.
- Celebrating milestones (writing a celebration story) reinforces progress and confidence.
Keep Training Simple And Deep
- Narrow the scope: focus on the essential top movements and drill fundamentals repeatedly.
- Use regular assessments, feedback, and simple ratings to track progress and guide practice.