[7] Underground Mexican Gyms, Brand Partnerships, and Tulum Run Parties | Tony Madalone of Run Tulum

In this episode of the Wellness Founders podcast, Jordan Carroll interviews Tony Madalone, a wellness entrepreneur and community leader in Tulum, Mexico. They discuss Tony's journey from burnout in Cleveland to moving to Mexico and accidentally creating an underground gym as well as Run Tulum, a wildly successful fitness community.The conversation explores the importance of consistency, community building, operational strategies, and the vision for a wellness ecosystem that prioritizes accessibility and connection. Tony shares insights on creating a unique run club experience, including weekly post-run parties, the challenges of managing growth, and the future projects that aim to further enhance the wellness landscape in Tulum.Guest BioTony Madalone is the founder of Run Tulum and Wrshpyrslf, two wellness-driven movements transforming the fitness culture in Tulum. After burning out as an entrepreneur in Cleveland, Tony left the U.S. to rebuild his life around health, community, and purpose. What began as solo beach runs evolved into a 200-person run club and a thriving ecosystem of fitness, music, and connection that’s redefining what wellness looks like in paradise.Connect with Tony:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymadalone/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonemadalone/Run Tulum: https://www.instagram.com/runtulum/Wrshpyrself: https://www.instagram.com/wrshpyrslf/Connect with Jordan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jspensirLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Follow Wellness Founders:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellnessfounders Website: https://www.wellnessfounders.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessfounders