The Journey of David Paulmin:

Why CYCLE is More Than an App It’s a Lifestyle

Born in Montreal to Italian and Martiniquan roots, David Paulmin’s journey in soccer began at a young age. At 15 years old only, David Paulmin left home to chase a dream bigger than himself. Gifted enough to be upgraded at the national training center and through the academy of the CF Montreal, he lived and breathed football. Every sacrifice every early morning, every painful loss was fueled by the belief that hard work would lead him to the top.

That dream took him overseas, into the unknown. New countries, new cultures, a world far from the comfort of home. In Norway, he quickly adapted to his new environment. Clean sheets records, nearly back-to back promotions and multiple Team of the year selections proved his ability to rise to any challenge. Then, the game became more than just skill; it was about resilience.

 COVID hit: The Breaking Point

Locked down in a foreign country, alone, David turned to podcasts for inspiration. He listened to stories of elite athletes stories of success, yes, but also of struggles. Injuries. Anxiety. Pressure. The feeling of being lost after the final whistle. He realized:

💡 Every athlete’s journey is unique, but the struggles are the same.

Then, it got personal.

During an intense training session, David collapsed. He woke up in a hospital bed, machines beeping, doctors unsure of what had happened. One week in that hospital changed him. He had faced anxiety, uncertainty, and the fragility of an athlete’s life.

Months later, he watched a player collapse on the field due to cardiac arrest.

It was a reminder: tomorrow isn’t promised.

Losing Football, Finding Himself

He returned, ready for another shot at the game. But football doesn’t always love you back. An agent let him down. Contracts fell through. The career he had built his identity around started to fade.

Who was David Paulmin without football?

He had to rebuild not as an athlete, but as a person.

And yet, the game never left him. Coaching young players, he saw himself in them. The hunger, the passion. The lack of guidance beyond training sessions. 

They needed more than drills. They needed habits, structure, mental toughness.

That’s when CYCLE was born.

CYCLE: More Than an App

A Mindset for Life

David realized something:

🏆 You are an athlete forever.

 Whether you're on the field or off it, the mindset, discipline, and passion never leave.

CYCLE isn’t just an app. It’s a lifestyle a system that follows you

 before, during, and after your career.

✔ Before: Helping young athletes build habits that lead to success.
✔ During: Keeping professionals accountable with mindset, training, and daily structure.
✔ After: Supporting athletes through the toughest transition and finding purpose beyond the game.

Because success isn’t just about talent. It’s about what you do every day.

“We are today because of what we did yesterday. Who you want to become tomorrow depends on what you choose today.”

This is CYCLE. This is David’s story.
And now, it’s your turn.

🚀 Download CYCLE today and take control of your journey.