Ep. 15 - Darryl Baldwin: From Ohio State & the NFL to Training for Life

Darryl Baldwin is a 2014 national champion, former Ohio State Buckeye and former NFL offensive lineman who played for the Cowboys, Bengals, and Ravens. He's also one of my current in-person training clients. At 6'6" and 280 pounds, he's now running half marathons and competing in HYROX and his mindset on why is something every former athlete needs to hear.In this episode Darryl opens up about his journey from Columbus to Ohio State, the highs and lows of his NFL career including injuries, getting cut, and overcoming adversity, and what the transition out of football actually looks and feels like when the game you've dedicated your life to is suddenly over.But what makes this conversation really special is where Darryl is now. He's not someone who left football and checked out. He's someone who found a completely different relationship with training — one built around longevity, capability, and proving to himself and his son Noah that there are no limits on what he can do.We talk about what drove him to take on HYROX and a half marathon, how training with intention and structure has transformed how he feels and moves, and why he refuses to be boxed in by age, size, or anyone else's expectations.If you're a former athlete who's been told your best days are behind you, this one is for you.All topics discussed in this episode:- Darryl's path to Ohio State football and how that experience shaped him- The reality of transitioning from college football to the NFL- What leaving football behind for good looks and feels like- Finding a new training approach for longevity after his playing days end- How and why he is competing in half marathons and HYROX- The mindset shift that changes everything for former athletesConnect with Darryl on instagram: @uncledaddydarrylGet lean, strong, athletic and pain free with individualized online coaching = https://everydayathletefitness.com/online-coachingTrain like an athlete alongside a community of high performers. Join us for a free week of in-person group training in Columbus, Ohio at Relentless Collective = https://relentlesscollective.wodify.com/OnlineSalesPage/Main?q=ReviewPurchase%7COnlineMembershipId%3D301362%26LocationId%3D8957%26OnlineMembershipPaymentOptionId%3D1483912 Everyday Athlete Website = https://everydayathletefitness.com/Use code ‘TURNURE’ for discount on all Transparent Labs products = https://athlete.transparentlabs.com/zachturnure