Most parents don’t stop training because they don’t care — they stop because they care too much.

In this episode, Brandon sits down with Gabe Yanez to break down why so many dads put their health last,why that mindset quietly hurts their family, and how fitness actually makes you a calmer, more patient, more present parent.

This isn’t about six-packs or chasing PRs. It’s about energy, emotional regulation, leadership, and setting the standard your kids will carry for the rest of their lives. Gabe shares his journeyfrom CrossFit competition to endurance training, how chronic pain forced him to rethink “hard training,” and why minimum standards beat perfection every time.They also dive into modern challenges dads face — overstimulation, phones, AI, loss of identity after competition,and how kids mirror everything you do, not what you say. If you’re a parent trying to balance ambition, fitness, and family without burning out, this conversation will hit hard.

What you’ll learn:

• Why prioritizing your health actually makes you a better parent
• How fitness improves patience, emotional control, and presence
• The danger of tying your identity to competition or performance
• Why “minimum standards” keep dads consistent long-term
• How kids mirror phone habits, stress, and discipline
• Why enjoying your training matters more than optimal programming

About Gabe YanezGabe is a father, endurance athlete, and coach focused on helping dads reclaim their healthwithout sacrificing their family. His message centers on sustainable fitness, strong leadership at home, and building families that thrive long-term.

Who this episode is forDads, parents, and driven individuals who want to stay fit, present, and capable — without letting fitness become another source of stress.👉 Follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share this with a parent who needs to hear it.

Keywords

fatherhood, parenting, fitness for dads, CrossFit, endurance training, mental health, discipline, habits, family leadership, strong fathers