Train Smarter. Live Stronger.
Diabetes lifestyle coaching, elite strength training & climbing performance — built around how YOUR body actually works.
My Story
Coached by Someone
Who Lives It
I'm a Type 1 diabetic athlete and coach in Orange County, CA, diagnosed in my early 20s over a decade ago. In those years I've gone from sedentary, metabolically illiterate, and depressed, to a thriving athlete with stable biomarkers who feels like his pre-diagnosis self. My coaching isn't theoretical — it's built from years of navigating blood sugar swings and building better habits week by week.
I work with clients 1-on-1, catered to their individual needs. This can include personal training, nutritional education, habit building, accountability check-ins, and more. Everyone's journey to improved health is personal and that is where I want to meet my clients.
I'm building toward certifications including CSCS, nutrition certification, and diabetes educator paraprofessional credentials — investing in the knowledge to match the experience.
Daniel
Head Coach · MetaCruxCoaching
Coaching Philosophy
- No one-size-fits-all plans
- Incremental changes for sustainable results
- Movement and nutrition that work for you
Pre/Diabetes Management
Targeted strategies
Strength Training
Functional Movement & Beyond
Nutritional Guidance
Glycemic Control/Metabolic Health
Nutritional Guidance
Performance fueling
Services
What I Train
Every service is designed for real, sustainable performance — not shortcuts.
Diabetes Lifestyle Coaching
Train through the highs and lows — literally.
Personalized coaching for T1D and T2D clients navigating blood sugar management alongside an active lifestyle. I help you build routines, understand your glucose response to exercise, and develop sustainable habits that work with your condition — not against it.
What's Included
- CGM data review guidance
- Pre/post-workout fueling strategies
- Lifestyle habit building
- Accountability check-ins
Strength Training
Build strength that lasts a lifetime.
Progressive resistance training in my private garage gym. Programs are individualized — whether you're a beginner learning movement patterns or an intermediate athlete pursuing new PRs.
What's Included
- Movement screening
- Customized programming
- Form coaching
- Progress tracking
Climbing Coaching
Unlock the wall. Unlock yourself.
Technical climbing coaching using my Mini MoonBoard 2025 for finger strength and movement skills. I focus on body positioning, footwork, tension, and problem-solving on the board.
What's Included
- MoonBoard problem analysis
- Antagonist training
- Injury prevention
- Projecting strategies
Hybrid Sessions
Climb and lift. Train complete.
Combined strength + climbing sessions designed for athletes who want to develop both physical capacity and technical skill in a single focused workout.
What's Included
- Periodized dual-modality programming
- T1D blood sugar management integration
- Balanced strength & climbing progression
Nutrition Strategy
Fuel the work. Fuel the recovery.
Practical, lifestyle-first nutrition coaching focused on performance, body composition, and blood sugar regulation. No extreme protocols — I build sustainable strategies aligned with your training load and T1D management.
What's Included
- Macro target setting
- Meal timing around training
- T1D-specific fueling strategies
- Metabolic health optimization
Pricing
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No cookie-cutter packages. Just coaching that fits where you are.
Intro
Limited spots available
- 1x weekly session (60 min)
- Progress check-ins
- Personalized intro program
For those helping me build my coaching portfolio.
Get StartedCore Coaching
Any single focus: strength, climbing, or lifestyle
- 2x weekly sessions (60 min each)
- Customized programming
- Nutrition guidance
- Weekly check-ins
- T1D-aware training plan
Elite Hybrid
Full spectrum — all service lines combined
- 3-4x weekly sessions
- Hybrid strength + climbing programming
- Nutrition strategy
- CGM data review sessions
- Priority scheduling
- Progress tracking dashboard
Pricing is estimated and subject to change as my certifications and client base grow. Reach out directly to discuss your goals and find the right fit.
Book a Free Discovery CallContact
Let's Get to Work
Start with a free 20-minute discovery call — no commitment, no pressure.
Training Details
Location
Orange County, CA (in-person, garage gym)
Training Environment
Private 1-on-1, small group by request
Response Time
Within 24 hours
Availability
Currently accepting new clients. Spots are limited.
Accepting new clients
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Your email client should have opened with your inquiry. If it didn't, you can email me directly at metacruxcoaching@gmail.com. I'll be in touch within 24 hours!