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Figuring Things Out

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Sep 22, 2024 • 1h 29min

LONGEVITY: Olivier Goetgeluck (Basketball/Movement Coach)

Olivier Goetgeluck is a coach that aims to help driven individuals in business, sports and the arts playfully connect with their bodies in order to mobilize authentic self-expression and liberate possibility. In this exciting conversation we discuss the topic of longevity… We explore longevity through various angles, from why spontaneity is vital, to why controlling parents ruine childhood potential without even realising it. Olivier expands on his years of childhood coaching, and how that helps inform his current work with business professionals seeking a more authentic and sustainable life. Thanks Olivier, this truly was a fun and enlightening conversation that resonated from the get go! To support the podcast, we are excited to share our first few affiliate links below! You can also join our patreon community and of course, be coached by Wil via the FTO website. Website: Www.figuringthingsout.com Patreon: patreon.com/FiguringThingsOutPodcast Bulldog  “WBROWN7” for 10% off your next gym gear purchase.  Or comply click this link: http://bulldoggear.com/WBROWN7 Surreal  “WIL15” for 15% off your next healthy cereal purchase. Or simply click this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://eatsurreal.co.uk/?ref=wbrown7⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Sep 16, 2024 • 1h 33min

LONGEVITY: David "Jacko" Jackson (Professional Rugby/Breathwork Coach)

David Jackson is a Breath Work Coach for high performing athletes, based in Wales, UK. Previously he was a professional rugby player, but after a series of brutal head injuries he was forced to move on. He founded the highly successful “School of Calisthenics” before diving into the his now profession of breath work coach… In this conversation we explore the concept of longevity, and the significance of failure as a learning opportunity. Jacko highlights the significance of physical intelligence, efficient movement, and proper breathing techniques in various physical activities, with a focus on the role of the rib cage, diaphragm, and airways. Lastly, we discuss the balance between longevity and pushing personal limits in elite sports, the tricky balance between - quite literally - go hard, or stay home. To support the podcast, we are excited to share our first few affiliate links below! You can also join our patreon community and of course, be coached by Wil via the FTO website. Website: Www.figuringthingsout.com Patreon: patreon.com/FiguringThingsOutPodcast Bulldog  “WBROWN7” for 10% off your next gym gear purchase.  Or comply click this link: http://bulldoggear.com/WBROWN7 Surreal  “WIL15” for 15% off your next healthy cereal purchase. Or simply click this link: ⁠⁠⁠http://eatsurreal.co.uk/?ref=wbrown7⁠⁠⁠
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Sep 9, 2024 • 1h 5min

LONGEVITY: Sebastien Foucan (Parkour Founder)

Sebastien Foucan, one of the founders of Parkour, shares his secrets to maintaining youthful energy at 50. He discusses the origins of Parkour and its evolution, emphasizing the importance of grounding through barefoot training. Foucan highlights the vital role of self-care, breathing, and hydration in sustaining vitality. He explores the balance between rigorous training and playful movement, particularly for children, and underscores the necessity of staying active as one ages. His insights inspire a deeper connection to nature and personal well-being.
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Sep 2, 2024 • 1h 32min

LONGEVITY: David Wilson (Oldscoolmoves)

David Wilson AKA Oldscoolmoves is a teacher turned mover who is passionate about turning the conversation on aging, fighting back against ageism. Once a school teacher, David began to really dive into movement in his 50s, and now empowers hundreds of thousands of others via his social media. In our conversation, I learn about negative aging attitudes, how to embrace aging with compassion and growth, overcoming barriers and limiting mindsets and how to address fears when restarting a physical practice. Amazing free aging resource: www.oldschool.info To support the podcast, we are excited to share our first few affiliate links below! You can also join our patreon community and of course, be coached by Wil via the FTO website. Website: Www.figuringthingsout.com Patreon: patreon.com/FiguringThingsOutPodcast Bulldog  “WBROWN7” for 10% off your next gym gear purchase.  Or comply click this link: http://bulldoggear.com/WBROWN7 Surreal  “WIL15” for 15% off your next healthy cereal purchase. Or simply click this link: ⁠http://eatsurreal.co.uk/?ref=wbrown7⁠
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Jul 23, 2024 • 12min

SIDE NOTES #12 - Reflections & Journaling

Explore the power of journaling and reflection for personal growth. Learn about different journaling techniques and structured reflection processes. Download free Tools for Reflection guide on their website. #FiguringThingsOut
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Jul 5, 2024 • 8min

SIDE NOTES #11 - Learning tools for slow learners

Guests Aaron Martin and Udo Neumann discuss learning tools for slow learners, emphasizing breaking down the learning process, embracing failure, and leveraging past experiences. Practical tips are shared to enhance the learning journey.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 38min

SPECIAL EP: Josh Hash AKA Strength Side

Josh Hash, Founder and CEO of StrengthSide, discusses his journey, growth of Strength Side, challenges in content creation, building a hybrid gym, balancing parenting and training, writing a book on daily movement, reflections on editing written content, setting long-term goals, bridging fitness concepts with real-world application, and encouraging diverse perspectives in the podcast.
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May 30, 2024 • 1h 35min

LEARNING : Flynn Disney - Parkour & Movement

Flynn Disney, an expert in parkour and movement, discusses personal growth, bodily intelligence, joy, and the benefits of his research programs. The podcast explores overcoming challenges in parkour, embracing bodily signals, finding joy through laughter, and understanding the significance of imperfection in practice. Additionally, topics like collision training, neuroticism, and the importance of service in organizing one's life and career are explored in depth.
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May 23, 2024 • 1h 9min

LEARNING: Lisa Chaves - Movement Teacher

S4:E4 - LEARNING. Lisa Chaves is a movement practitioner and coach living in Costa Rica. Originally from Canada, she had a long career personal training in NY, before a major life event changed her path. In this episode she explains her passion for movement, sensitivity and exploration, and how finding joy through movement is the keystone to learning - and unlearning.  Bulldog  “WBROWN7” for 10% off your next gym gear purchase.  Or comply click this link: http://bulldoggear.com/WBROWN7 Surreal  “WIL15” for 15% off your next healthy cereal purchase. Or simply click this link: ⁠http://eatsurreal.co.uk/?ref=wbrown7⁠ To support the podcast, and get involved with the community: patreon.com/FiguringThingsOutPodcast For coaching, online courses, workshops and more: www.figuringthingsout.com
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May 16, 2024 • 1h 50min

LEARNING: Aaron Martin AKA Soft Acro Aaron - Teacher/Researcher

Aaron Martin, a parkour and movement researcher, discusses measuring backflip efficiency, learning styles, methods, and philosophy. Topics include internal vs external states when moving, efficiency in backflip testing, and the balance of internal and external cues in learning movement.

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