
Dynamic Dialogue with Danny Matranga
For something to be dynamic, it must exhibit constant change, activity, and progress. That is exactly what this podcast will help you do with your health. My mission is to share the best information from a variety of health and performance-related fields as well as years of experience coaching and training clients of all shapes, sizes, and goals. This information will be delivered in a multitude of ways as I connect you with my insights, as well as the expertise of some of the fitness industries best and brightest minds. Welcome!
Latest episodes

Mar 2, 2021 • 27min
91-Training to Failure, High Frequency Training, + POKEMON FAVOR
In this episode, Danny talks about his new pokemon + football card collection. He also goes into detail and fields questions from the following topics/areas:- His 3 Biggest Sales Tips- Working on strength and endurance concurrently.- Just how close do you have to train to failure to make gains?- The effectiveness of training legs two or more times per week.Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Feb 19, 2021 • 34min
90 - How I Found Personal Training (My Story)
In this episode, Danny talks about his introduction to fitness, and his journey to where he is today. This is the long-form version of the common questions "how did you get started as a trainer" and "what got you into fitness".Thanks for listening:---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Feb 16, 2021 • 26min
89- Top 5 Fat-Burning Supplements, Niches, Brady = GOAT?
In this episode, Danny takes a deep dive into two major topics:1. His top 5 fat burning supplements and why2. How to (and if you even should) find your "niche" as a trainerThere's also some chatter about Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, home gym additions, and the upcoming trainer mentorship.Thanks for listening!Sign up to be notified about the trainer mentorship HERE---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Feb 5, 2021 • 33min
88 - Bro Splits, Certifications, GameSTONKS.
In this episode coach Danny shares his opinion on "bro-splits", favorite certifications, the GAMESTOP + AMC fiasco plus a TON more!Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jan 29, 2021 • 27min
87 - 5 lesser-known mistakes KILLING your PT business.
In this episode coach, Danny outlines five lesser-known mistakes a lot of trainers make that tank their PT business.Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jan 27, 2021 • 1h 12min
86 - Andrew Coates: Foundations of Good Coaching
In this episode, Danny sits down with writer and personal trainer Andrew Coates.Andrew has been training clients in person for over a decade and is well known in the fitness-space for his written work. Danny and Andrew talk about what it takes to be a great coach, coaching in the age of "lockdowns", favorite books and resources for continuing education, an abundance mindset, and much more!Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jan 20, 2021 • 21min
85: *THE* 20 minute fat-loss blueprint (7 THINGS!)
In this episode Danny shares the seven fundamental pillars of fat loss. They are:---1. Create a calorie deficit2. Build and preserve muscle.3. Ensure essential fat intake is met for your health.4. Moderate carbohydrate intake.5. Ensure you are getting adequate sleep6. Manage stressors7. Take the right supplements:+ Lots more, including the announcement of the trainer mentorship program.Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!Sign up for the trainer mentorship HERE----SOCIAL LINKS:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERESupport the show

Jan 13, 2021 • 36min
84 - Training Disciplines, The GOOD and The BAD
In this episode, Danny talks about different training disciplines: the good and the bad! We go across different training styles and examine them in depth. We see what makes each discipline distinct and how to take the best out of each to implement into our own training!The 4 disciplines we look at today are: bodybuilding, powerlifting/Olympic lifting, crossfit, and endurance training!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING:Check out my programs and E-Books! Click HERE!I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE!Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE!Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!-----TIMESTAMPS:“How should I train?” Danny’s take! 1:10BODYBUILDING! 3:20Sensation, practicality, longevity! Aesthetics, the community, relationship with food! 5:24POWERLIFTING AND OLYMPIC LIFTING! What’s the Difference? 14:51Strength building, technique, bare necessities! Anatomical hardships, longevity! 16:30CROSSFIT! 23:52Multi-faceted, community, variety! Programming choices, injury prone, the mental side! 20:10ENDURANCE SPECIFIC TRAINING! 28:36Long term health, minimal equipment! Strength downsides, tedious training! 28:58RECAP of the 4 DISCIPLINES 31:25Support the show

Jan 8, 2021 • 26min
83 - Health at EVERY Size, Core Training, Boxing, Veggies and MORE!
In this episode, Danny discusses the HAES movement, health at every size! How health does not linearly equate to lean and visa versa! Then, we dive into some of your questions, ranging from home exercises to vegetable intake options!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING:Check out my programs and E-Books! Click HERE!I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE!Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE!Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!-----TIMESTAMPS:Healthy at EVERY SIZE Movement! 3:11The Bigger Picture to Look At! 10:51“Best exercises at home for abs?” 13:16“What do you suggest for those who do not eat many vegetables?” 16:51“Do you ever do boxing for cardio?” 20:10“Best path to becoming a personal trainer? Bachelor's degree or certification and job?” 22:17Support the show

Dec 31, 2020 • 29min
82 - Q+A, New Years Resolutions, Metabolic Adaptations, Rest Days + MORE
In this episode, Danny gives some tips on how to ACTUALLY reach your goals! Then we dive into some of your questions before 2020 wraps up for good, from healthy lifestyle changes to home exercise substitutes. Happy New Year!Make sure to submit your questions HERE to get them answered in the next Q&A!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING:Check out my programs and E-Books! Click HERE!I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE!Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE!Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!-----TIMESTAMPS:2021: No GUARANTEES! Create Habits, reach your GOALS! 3:17REACH YOUR GOALS: Write it down, break it up! 6:15Move in Silence. Stop talking, start doing. 7:50“Rest days, why are they important?” 10:12“How do you ‘heal’ your metabolism from dieting?” 15:20“Seated cable row alternative?” 19:46“I sweat a lot when I take creatine, is that normal?” 22:27“Would you rather buy a cable machine or keiser bike?” 23:15“Blue light glasses?” 23:44“Your advice for someone with hyper-mobile joints but want to lift heavy!” 25:39Support the show