Coach Dani - Figure Pro: What It Really Takes to Look Like You Lift

Follow Dani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellameans/AboutCoach Dani joins the show to discuss her backstory + why she joined the team.We discuss her journey to becoming a world champion powerlifter, winning her bodybuilding pro card, and dig into her training evolution, motivation, and the challenges she faced along the way. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Coach Danny02:01 Danny's Background and Journey07:17 Athletic Identity and Early Struggles11:30 Transitioning to CrossFit and Powerlifting15:32 The Shift to Bodybuilding18:22 Bodybuilding Journey and Experiences20:49 Training Evolution: From Powerlifting to Bodybuilding22:50 Defining Motivation: Goals in Bodybuilding24:35 Pro Card Journey: Rapid Progress in Bodybuilding25:52 Improving Conditioning: Lessons from Experience27:44 The Challenge of Posing: A New Skill to Master29:32 American Gladiator Experience: A Unique Opportunity31:24 Becoming a Coach: Understanding the Fitness Industry33:06 Client Challenges: Overcoming Obstacles in Fitness36:11 Programming Differences: Personalized vs. Generic Plans40:24 Advice to My Past Self: Enjoying the JourneyLinksApply for Coaching: https://form.typeform.com/to/ubUfJiEu?utm_source=podcastLiving Lean Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/712032Follow Jeremiah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremiahbair/Follow Andrea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andirogersfit/Follow Natalie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalieatswell/Follow Dani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellameans/KeywordsBodybuilding, powerlifting, CrossFit, athletic identity, fitness journey, personal training, competition, mental health, coaching bodybuilding, powerlifting, training, motivation, pro card, conditioning, posing, coaching, fitness industry, client challengesTo Apply For Coaching With Our Team: CLICK HERE 📲 Follow Our Team On Instagram:- ELEVATED COACHING SYSTEMS TEAM PAGE- JEREMIAH- ANDREA- NATALIE