Danny Shelton: From Addiction to Fitness Entrepreneur
It helps you build a foundation, it helps you gain honesty, it helps you gain faith and you know, like I, deal with things a lot more effectively than I did before.
Imagine hitting rock bottom and then finding a way to not just survive, but thrive. That's Danny Shelton's story. Since September 2017, Danny has been on a journey of long-term recovery from alcohol and drugs. In this episode of 'You're Sober! Now What?', hosts Tamar Medford and Lane Kennedy chat with Danny about his incredible transformation from years of homelessness and jail time to becoming a fitness and nutrition expert. Danny's path wasn't easy.
After his fourteenth stint in treatment, he finally discovered a healthy outlet that changed everything: fitness. He began lifting and powerlifting, working on his relationship with a higher power, and taking a fearless moral inventory. This new passion led him to get certified in nutrition and strength training, eventually launching his own business, D&D Fitness and Nutrition. The conversation dives deep into the importance of fellowship and honesty in recovery.
Danny shares how these elements have helped him tackle life's challenges more effectively. He also discusses starting his own business and teaching group classes to those in need, emphasizing faith and positivity as cornerstones of his journey. If you're looking for inspiration on how to turn your life around or support someone who is, this episode is a must-listen. Danny's story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to find your passion and make a positive change.