The Queen of Gainz on Building Strength, Grit, and Showing Up

What does it really take to become a national champion in streetlifting—and what does strength look like beyond the podium?In this episode of Women Empower Active, host Jacalyn Gross sits down with Danae Morgan, a national champion streetlifter, record-holding athlete, and powerful presence in the world of calisthenics. From dominating the USA Streetlifting National Championships to competing on the world stage, Danae has built her reputation through discipline, consistency, and relentless effort—one muscle-up, one pull-up at a time.But this conversation goes deeper than medals and records.We get to know the person behind the performance—Danae’s journey into streetlifting, the mindset required to compete at an elite level, and what it really takes to keep showing up when things get hard. From building confidence to pushing past physical and mental limits, Danae shares how strength is developed over time—and why the most powerful move you can make is continuing to lift yourself up.If you're passionate about fitness, strength training, calisthenics, or finding your own version of an active adventure, this episode will leave you feeling motivated and ready to take action.In this episode, we cover:Danae Morgan’s journey into streetlifting and calisthenicsCompeting at the USA Streetlifting National ChampionshipsThe mindset of a champion athleteBuilding strength, confidence, and consistencyOvercoming challenges and staying committed Women Empower Active is a podcast dedicated to empowering women to find their own active adventure through movement, mindset, and real stories.Host: Jacalyn Gross (@jacalyngross)Guest: Danae Morgan (@queenofgainz)Producer: Jeremy Canaria (@jeremycanary)Editor: Jacalyn GrossOriginal Music by Pete Alba