From Injury to Impact: Salomon Teyiri’s Levitated Fitness Journey

In this episode of Founders Future, host Olivia Sammons sits down with Salomon Teyiri, founder of Levitated Fitness—a performance-driven fitness brand built around discipline, mindset, and long-term personal growth.Salomon shares his journey from growing up as an African immigrant in the U.S. to becoming a trainer with over a decade of experience helping people rebuild their bodies, confidence, and identity. After a major athletic injury derailed his path early in life, fitness became more than physical recovery—it became the foundation for mental resilience, purpose, and direction.Through Levitated Fitness, Salomon works with individuals at every stage of life, focusing on holistic performance that extends beyond the gym. His approach blends strength training, nutrition, recovery, stress management, and mindset—helping clients build sustainable habits that support longevity, family life, and personal fulfillment.In the conversation, Salomon explains why he prioritizes quality over volume, preferring deep, meaningful client relationships over rapid scale. He discusses the power of organic growth through referrals, the importance of energy alignment between coach and client, and why fitness should be personalized—not forced.Looking ahead, Salomon shares his vision for expanding Levitated Fitness through a stronger digital presence, online coaching, strategic partnerships, and a lifestyle-focused clothing line designed to reinforce confidence and identity. At its core, Levitated Fitness is about becoming the kind of person who follows through—physically, mentally, and in life.