Have you ever met people on fire and trying to make a difference in their lives, but when it comes down to it, they just don't do what you want them to do? Does giving your service and your value make a difference? 

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Peter Tapao. Peter is one of the CrossFit coaches at Ikala Strong, and he loves helping the members grow as athletes and coaching them to do things they never thought they could do, especially when it comes to weightlifting. As a coach, it's definitely a highlight for him when he sees members get stronger regardless of age, experience, gender, or ability because it shows that what we're doing at Ikala Strong works!

They will touch on such topics as:

• Our clients aren’t just customers, they become family.
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• Bring great Filipino values and culture to the workplace by enjoying our jobs and connecting with each other.
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• Our deep commitment to our employees and contribution to the community are part of that commitment.
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• Moving an active lifestyle is a great way to involve yourself in self-improvement, develop greater physical fitness, and improve overall quality of life
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• Put emphasis on the value that you bring to your family and community. 
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Do you believe that workouts do not need to be intimidating and overwhelming? Are you ready to learn how to build your confidence in Crossfit to start to master the exercises without becoming overwhelmed or frustrated?

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Naga Tadepalli. Naga is a Fellow Ikala Strong member, Naga has been a part of the Ikala community for months. He has found his motivation to achieve his fitness goals and achieve a healthier lifestyle. Now he's ready to take it up a notch and transform his mind.

They will touch on such topics as:

• How CrossFit transformed himself, both in mind and in the body.
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• CrossFit has been a game-changer in his life.
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• CrossFit is more than a sport. It's a community. It brings people together to help each other succeed in working out and living healthy lives.
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• You have all the motivation you need.
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• The key to success is to have a strong support team.
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• What to do when you have nagging fitness injuries?  
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How is it possible to be comfortable with an activity that demands you to move weights at high intensity and perform squats, presses, and rowing workouts? How can you still increase your gains and become more active no matter what exercises you do?   

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Shelly Evans. Shelly is a former competitive gymnast, after being introduced to the sport at the age of 4 and started a collegiate gymnastics career at SJSU in 1996, which was short-lived, due to injury. She received a B.S. in Kinesiology, while she coached competitive gymnastics full time. She got married in 2001 and later changed my career path and completed my B.S. in electrical engineering in 2005. She had my first daughter in 2006 and left full-time coaching, entering the corporate world, as a hardware engineer, working for a startup solar company.

They will touch on such topics as:

• She enjoys her Coaching Program by understanding her Whys and Purpose
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• How a beginner can get comfortable with the CrossFit
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• Fear of Muscle: What You Need to Know
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• Healthy Eating for a Healthy Weight
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• Clean Eating Challenge       
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Are you always comparing yourself to others and wishing your fitness journey was shorter? Have you ever thought about what would happen if you tried a shortcut for your fitness journey? 

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Joe Bala. Joe is a Certified Personal Trainer, Spartan SGX Coach L2, Ninja Warrior, Mental Health Warrior, and Former Engineer. He battles depression & anxiety every day, which he has fully embraced as part of him, but will not define or limit him. He engineers people to realize & reach their full potential through fitness. His primary focus is improving and maintaining his clients/students' physical & mental health through functional movement, strength & conditioning training.

They will touch on such topics as:

• Continue to learn, and be comfortable with the uncomfortable in order to grow.

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Website: www.joebalafitness.com

Instagram: @joebalafitness

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What if you could push yourself to new levels of endurance? What if you could feel the power of your body and experience the exhilaration of a finish line?

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Jason Clark. Jason is a Program Manager from a software company. In 2016, He started to get motivated by the idea of building his body and began to educate himself on building muscle where he decided to train himself and join the Spartan Ultra Race, not only did he finish the obstacle, but he went on to become the World Champion in the competition.

They will touch on such topics as:

• Motivation comes from action, not when you are ready waiting for it. 
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• There is no perfect time and moment, you just need to get up and work for it.
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• The real challenge in the competition is your mind. So, how can you ease your mind during the run?
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• What are the techniques to help him get through the competition?
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• Sometimes the answer is not always working harder, sometimes you have to step back and focus everything around you.
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• You have to listen to the experts that are willing to help you.
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• Start with something small.  
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Who doesn't want to be healthier throughout their life? If you're reading this then you must agree with me. So how do you live healthier and happier? 

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview one of his clients, Parameswari Chandrasekar, also known as PC. PC is a member of the 3-month gym for 6 months. In 2011, she went to California and a colleague introduced her to the CrossFit program. With nothing else to lose, she started applying it right away. That visit turned out to be life-changing and now, she is more confident and wants to share her journey.

They will touch on such topics as:

• Her ways to destress and How she changed her lifestyle so she can be healthier in the next 30 - 40 years
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• Taking advantage of the time available and be consistent with the small progress
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• The new changes she experienced from emotional to physical change due to her CrossFit journey 
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Would you like to improve yourself and learn how to cope with stress? We all hear how spending time outside in the sun can physically help our health, but did you ever stop to think how spending your time alone improves your health? 

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Carlo Facchino. Carlo is an expert in Rowing Sports. During his rowing career he was fortunate to spend several summers rowing competitively for clubs in both Seattle and New York. After he graduated, he spent two years at Davis coaching rowing and then coached the Varsity Women's Rowing Team at Santa Clara University for six years. In 2016, he was awarded in Guinness World Records for ocean rowing including the 4 members of his team.

They will touch on such topics as:

• Never be afraid of hard-work
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• The behind the scene story of the “Mermaid Series”, and How it inspires women and helps the environment.
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• How running affects the brain and makes people happier?
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• How to shift your mindset into the positive stereotype of Running?
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• Where did the idea of crossing the ocean alone come from?
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• Spending time alone by crossing the ocean is an enchanting experience. There is a connection with the earth and ocean.  
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Personal Website:www.carlofacchino.com

Company Website: www.mermaidseries.com

Instagram:@carlofacchino

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Is rowing just for fun, or is it a sport? Ever wonder how rowers are born and why they have a passion for rowing?      

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Carlo Facchino. Carlo is an expert in Rowing Sports. During his rowing career, he was fortunate to spend several summers rowing competitively for clubs in both Seattle and New York. After he graduated, he spent two years at Davis coaching rowing and then coached the Varsity Women's Rowing Team at Santa Clara University for six years. In 2016, he was awarded in Guinness World Records for ocean rowing including the 4 members of his team.

They will touch on such topics as:

• How did it all start that led him to his passion for Rowing sports?
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• Why do you need to start with a slow process and slow pace?
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• How to find the perfect rowing and life balance?
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• The Guinness World Record for the fastest 4 Person crossing of the Mid-Pacific Ocean journey!       
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Personal Website:www.carlofacchino.com

Company Website: www.mermaidseries.com

Instagram:@carlofacchino 

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Do you ever feel like you are your biggest critic? That it's sometimes harder to be nice to yourself than it is to others?  

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will talk about How you can recognize the primary cause of your self-doubt and come back to the moments of your weakness - by using one technique to help you embrace the challenges of each day.

He will touch on such topics about:

• Where did it come from?
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• Self-doubt is normal, as long as you acknowledge where it came from
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• Always remember your victory and accomplishment
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• You are a Bad-ass  
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Are you looking to change your lifestyle and incorporate exercise into your daily routine, while building strength and improving your cardiovascular health? Have you pictured yourself surrounded by a community of active, positive people working together to support and encourage each other in their personal health journeys?   

This week's Ikala Podcast episode, Joewel Pascual will interview Shelly Evans. Shelly is a former competitive gymnast, after being introduced to the sport at the age of 4 and started a collegiate gymnastics career at SJSU in 1996, which was short-lived, due to injury. She received a B.S. in Kinesiology, while she coached competitive gymnastics full time. She got married in 2001 and later changed my career path and completed my B.S. in electrical engineering in 2005. She had my first daughter in 2006 and left full-time coaching, entering the corporate world, as a hardware engineer, working for a startup solar company.

They will touch on such topics as:

• What is CrossFit?
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• What brought her to CrossFit?
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• How she suddenly became comfortable with using a barbell in her exercise routine
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• How she enhance her strength and flexibility in order to become an Athlete she wants to be
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• No matter how old you are, you do not have to get weaker with age. Strength training can help you stay vital, strong, and independent throughout your life.
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• How CrossFit Improves your Mental Health   
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