Jason Khalipa Podcast 052: Exclusive First Interview with Dan Bailey, Father of TWINS
Jun 6, 2024
Dan Bailey, a former CrossFit Games competitor and proud father of twins, dives into the exhilarating chaos of new parenthood. He shares the surprising blend of joy and panic that comes with welcoming twins right after his honeymoon. The conversation touches on balancing fitness with the demands of fatherhood and the importance of allowing kids the freedom to explore. Dan emphasizes the need to embrace the challenging moments and cherish every stage, all while radiating enthusiasm about being 'that dad.'
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Immediate Bonding After Twin Reveal
- Dan and his wife discovered the twins on their first ultrasound and cried with joy when told they were a boy and a girl.
- The first month has been brutal on sleep but profoundly rewarding as Dan instantly bonded and dove into parenting.
Train For The Dad You Want To Be
- Dan shifted training from competition to longevity to stay active for his future family activities.
- He aims to be the fit, energetic dad at 48 so he can ‘put them to shame’ in middle school sports.
Short Workouts Maintain Fitness
- Prioritize short, focused workouts when time is scarce and skip long warmups if needed.
- Use 15–30 minute CrossFit-style sessions to de-stress and keep fitness consistent as a new parent.