#234 Building Lifelong Fitness and Happiness with Daniel Yores

Welcome back to another invigorating episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! This week, Lisa sits down with fitness coach Daniel Yores for a wide-ranging discussion that covers everything from effective training strategies to nutrition, injury management, and staying fit while traveling. Daniel, known for his straightforward and educational approach to coaching, shares candid stories from his own journey, including overcoming recurring injuries—and offers actionable advice for anyone looking to become stronger, happier, and more consistent on their health journey.

Whether you’re passionate about fitness or just starting out, you’ll find Daniel’s insights practical, relatable, and motivating. Learn why matching your actions to your goals is essential, how to train through setbacks, the truth about “toned and defined” physiques, and why building muscle is about so much more than aesthetics. Plus, get real talk on how to handle health and fitness routines when life throws you curveballs—like travel or recovery from injury—without guilt or overwhelm.

Grab your headphones and get ready for an episode packed with real-life wisdom, a few laughs, and plenty of take-home tips to elevate your approach to health and happiness!

Timestamp Overview:

• [00:00] – Introduction & Daniel’s Coaching Philosophy
• [03:02] – Daniel’s Story: Injuries, Recovery, and Why He Became a Coach
• [07:44] – Consistency, Identity, and Training Through Injuries
• [08:12] – What People Get Wrong About Getting “Jacked and Lean”
• [12:15] – Principles Behind Effective Strength & Mobility Programs
• [15:05] – Assessing Range of Motion Remotely
• [17:23] – Breaking Through Training Plateaus and Tracking Progress
• [21:42] – Defining “Toned”: Muscle Building, Nutrition, and Female Clients
• [23:57] – Staying Fit While Traveling: Realistic Strategies
• [31:35] – Protein Intake Tips & Achieving Your Daily Protein Goals
• [37:47] – Happiness, Confidence & The True Impact of Fitness
• [41:41] – Wrapping Up and Where to Find Daniel

Connect with Daniel Yores:

• Instagram: @danielyores https://www.instagram.com/danielyores/
• Website: https://www.danielyores.com/

Episode Availability: Catch this engaging episode with Daniel Yores on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and directly through our website.

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