How Did We Get Here?

Alex and I catch up at our one year anniversary of the podcast. We do what we always do, talk life, lift each other up, share vulnerabilities, and make one another better men. I wouldn't be where I am today without this guy. He's definitely someone pursuing life, embracing the struggle of transitioning to a new profession, and focusing on physical and personal self development.

In this episode of the "Finding Balance Podcast," we introduce you to Isa Otero, a bikini model on Instagram whose life took a dramatic turn after being hit by a car while running. This accident didn't break her spirit; it ignited a fierce determination to embrace life to the fullest.

Following the accident, Isa's presence on Instagram soared, thanks to captivating photoshoots with renowned photographer Orangutang. She's not just a model; she's a symbol of strength and resilience. Isa's sleeve tattoo serves as a visual representation of her journey from adversity to empowerment.

Isa's belief in living life to the fullest is at the heart of her story. She inspires us all to seize every moment, overcome obstacles, and find balance in our own lives.

In today's episode, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to speak with Gisele Gonzalez, a licensed mental health counselor, alligator trainer, and mixed martial artist.

Melissa Rivera is a multi-talented individual who wears many hats as an author, videographer, photographer, and mental health advocate. Melissa specifically reached out to Dr. Adrian Mesa to come on the Finding Balance Podcast and, for the first time, publicly discuss her experience of living with bipolar disorder, being hospitalized in a psychiatric unit, access to mental healthcare and so much more. Melissa was raw, real, and vulnerable. Thank you for coming on and sharing your story.

In this inspiring episode of our podcast, we sit down with Cameron Adams, a personal boxing trainer who has worked with some of the most prestigious gyms in the country, including Anatomy, Gotham, Lion Heart, and Rumble. Not only is Cameron an accomplished trainer, but he is also a professional model who has traveled the world.

Despite his success in the modeling industry, Cameron's true passion lies in boxing and helping others. He has overcome incredible challenges, including a motorcycle accident that resulted in his death and resuscitation, to become one of the most inspiring and dedicated trainers in the business.

Join us as we delve into Cameron's journey, including his modeling career, and hear about his unique perspective on life, boxing, and staying positive in the face of adversity. This is an episode you won't want to miss. So tune in, sit back, and get ready to be inspired by Cameron Adams - the maverick of optimism.

We had the incredible honor of hosting Darryl Stingley, a world-renowned parkour athlete, on our podcast. You can find Darryl on Instagram under the handle @iamwavezilla, where he showcases his jaw-dropping skills in parkour. Darryl's passion for superheroes and comic books inspired him to pursue parkour as a way of becoming a real-life embodiment of his favorite heroes.

If you visit his Instagram page or watch any of his videos on YouTube, you'll be amazed by his seemingly effortless ability to scale walls, flip, climb, swing, and gallop. But during our conversation with him, we discovered that Darryl's physical abilities are only part of what makes him truly remarkable. His impressive intellect and desire to inspire others are just as noteworthy.

For Darryl, mastering parkour has been a way to fulfill his purpose in life. Through his journey, he's learned invaluable skills in areas such as business, program design, coaching, consulting, videography, photography, and merchandise deals. He is a true testament to the idea that when you follow your passion and work hard (he is the Kobe Bryant of parkour), success in all areas of life is possible.

Dr. Klaus Blandon is a Doctor of Physical Therapy.  He has a vast array of experience working with patients with neurological conditions, such as strokes or brain injuries, but is also well versed in orthopedics and sports injuries.  Additionally, Dr. Blandon is a trained wellness coach and aims to blend principles of wellness with physical therapy to achieve maximum outcomes to his clients. In this episode we discussed wellness, exercise, cold plunge (cold water immersion), neuroplasticity, and the links between physical therapy, psychology and behavioral change. Thank you Dr. Blandon for your time and for sharing your expertise and experience with all of us. 

Andrea Arostegui is a wedding photographer, a creator, and a DIY extraordinaire. She builds, designs, photographs and creates. She does it all! In fact, Andrea and her friend Dubraska launched a podcast of their own called "The Breaking Bread Podcast" which you should definitely check out!  She’s bold, outspoken, and her intention is to show love and help others through sharing her life experiences. Her ability to display strength while being vulnerable is why I brought her on. From capturing weddings with her camera to escaping her own wedding day, we covered it all.

Gabriel Robledo is a Music Producer by the name XIII, Videographer & Photographer. With a musically inclined family, his love for music began in 6th grade through to obtaining a Bachelor's in Audio Production. His journey is one for the books! After working an entire decade at Apple, he parted ways to pursue his passion. In doing so, Gabriel has discovered that his talents aren't just in the music world, but a creative one overall. 

Stepping out of his comfort zone to chase his dreams, several doors have opened up where he's had the opportunity to showcase his talents with videography & photography; in sports, storytelling, and documentary-style productions. If you're on the fence of chasing that dream, or giving your purpose a chance.. this episode is for you!

This episode of AMPed Up podcast bring us to one of Miami's biggest fitness influencer and entrepreneur, Ramses Principe. We cover his journey beginning in the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky where a career ending injury torpedo his dreams of becoming a pro at the NFL. Some time forward and not without his share of obstacles, through hard work and resilience Ramses is now one of Miami's leading faces in the fitness industry. With his web-based fitness company MIA Fitness. His methods have resulted in full body transformations for his clients, many of whom are featured in astonishing before-and-after photos on his website and eponymous Instagram. He also have his own supplements brand Royalty Supplements ( https://royaltysupps.com/ ) made in the USA and third party tested.