In this episode, host Matt sits down with Steve Parke, the founder of Parkecore personal training. Parkecore aims to provide support and accountability for everyone’s fitness goals, believing that accessibility is key. Join Matt and Steve as they dive into Steve’s personal journey, discussing his upbringing, experiences with teasing, and the impact of dyslexia on his life.
Steve reflects on his upbringing in Leicester as a child of parents from the Windrush generation. He bravely shares the experiences of being teased during his school days, targeted for his skin colour, weight, and dyslexia. These challenges, though difficult to bear, shaped his determination to stand up against bullies and defend his beliefs.
A pivotal moment in Steve’s life came during one transformative summer when he decided to change his body. This experience ignited a lifelong interest in training and fitness, eventually leading him to become part of the Leicester Tigers youth team. Steve also highlights how his dyslexia enhanced his understanding of the human body and anatomy, particularly when he immersed himself in a subject he deeply loved.
A pivotal moment in Steve’s life came during one transformative summer when he decided to change his body. This experience ignited a lifelong interest in training and fitness, eventually leading him to become part of the Leicester Tigers youth team. Steve also highlights how his dyslexia enhanced his understanding of the human body and anatomy, particularly when he immersed himself in a subject he deeply loved.
Drawing from his experience in sales-focused roles after his education, Steve gained valuable insights into non-verbal communication. He seamlessly transferred these skills into his personal training practice, enabling him to connect with clients on a deeper level.
Matt and Steve engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the intersection of dyslexia and fitness. Steve shares how his unique life skills, honed through personal experiences, shape his training style and empower his clients. Steve sheds light on the incorporation of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) into his training sessions. Through these techniques, Steve empowers his clients to overcome mental barriers, cultivate a positive mindset, and achieve their fitness goals.
Stay tuned until the end of the episode, where Steve reveals a practical nutrition tip specifically tailored for individuals with dyslexia. Discover how simple adjustments can make a significant impact on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Selected Links:
- ParkeCore personal training
- parkecore@gmail.com
- Windrush generation
- Patwah/Patois Jamaican language
- Arnold Schwarzenegger Anatomy book
- Leicester Tigers youth team
- Leicester Panthers American football team
- Non verbal communication
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP)
- Omega 3 and brain connections
