ElkShape's Dan Staton On Fitness, Hunting, and Life | SME 014

Bowhunter and fitness coach Dan Staton—founder of ElkShape—joins Subject Matter Expert to break down what it really takes to perform in the mountains, from year-round preparation to getting your mind right during a hunt. We get into mental rehearsal, prioritizing family, and the most challenging hunts he’s ever endured. Dan also reflects on why his mantra, “separation in the preparation,” continues to win on every tough hunt.Dan is a lifelong bowhunter, performance coach, and the creator of ElkShape, where he’s trained thousands of hunters through camps, online programs, and a popular YouTube channel. He holds a master’s degree in exercise physiology, previously owned and coached at a CrossFit gym, and has competed as a CrossFit athlete. Today, he blends science-based training, disciplined fieldcraft, and faith and family priorities to help hunters prepare with purpose.Follow ElkShape on InstagramFollow ElkShape on YouTube