The Daryl Perry Podcast

In this conversation, I sat down with Stephanie Struif for an episode on the Talk with Stephanie podcast!

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We got into authenticity, content creation, and what it means to stay true to yourself while navigating life and building a brand online.

We talked about how it’s possible to show up with encouragement and optimism, even when you’re going through hard things personally. I shared what that looks like for me right now, including some physical setbacks I’m dealing with. We also discussed the layers of self we choose to share online, and why it’s okay—and necessary—to keep most of who you are off camera or mic.

We also dove into the realities of social media, algorithms, the creator economy, and the dangerous obsession with views and virality. I brought in some perspective from my years working with content creators on the marketing and backend side. Whether you’re creating for one person or trying to build a business, I believe you can still win by focusing on your real message, building connection, and not selling out for trends.

We closed out the conversation by talking about the importance of rest, digital boundaries, curation of your feed, and knowing when it’s time to pull back and reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re a creator, coach, or someone just trying to live authentically in a noisy world, I think this conversation will remind you that you don’t have to shout to be heard—you just have to be real.

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🛍 Visit the Shop – Find apparel and gear that represent your mindset.
🎯 Work With Daryl – Get coaching and support designed for you.

Episode Description:

Welcome back to The Daryl Perry Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing a long-overdue update about what’s happening both personally and with Your Level Fitness. I talk about the evolution of my podcast network—what started years ago as an “almost daily” project has now expanded into multiple focused shows covering fitness, mental health, and personal development.

I also share where I’m at with my own fitness. Right now, I’m stepping back from the gym to let my foot and ankle injuries heal, which means shifting to more at-home workouts and mobility work. I explain why I’ve decided to ditch the stair climber for good, how I’m focusing on what I can do, and why these adjustments are giving me more space to think about YLF and its future direction.

This episode is about staying connected in real time. While a lot of my other podcasts are planned and scheduled ahead of time, this one is where I want to keep things more spontaneous—sharing what’s on my mind as it happens. Expect more updates like this, plus honest conversations about fitness, life, and the behind-the-scenes of everything I’m building with Your Level Fitness.

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Show Links:

Purchase Zach’s Books: https://www.zacharyfenell.com/my-books/
Check Out Zach’s Blog: https://www.zacharyfenell.com/blog/
Subscribe to Zach’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/zacharyfenell
Connect with Zach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyfenell/

Episode Description:

In this personal episode of The Daryl Perry Podcast, I sit down once again with my friend and fellow advocate Zachary Fenell to have a long-overdue conversation about judgment, identity, and validation within the disability space. We explore the assumptions people make when they see a person with a disability and how that often leads to the question, “Are you disabled enough?” From physical effort to perception, Zach shares deeply personal experiences that highlight how much unseen work goes into daily life and why no one should have to prove their struggle to others.

We dig into the pressure to fit into a certain mold, how comparison can rob us of joy, and the freedom that comes from choosing to validate ourselves instead of waiting for others to do it. Zach opens up about what it means to truly blend out and own every part of who you are, from race finishes to college falls to everyday interactions. You’ll hear about how he’s used content creation to shift perceptions and what happens when you stop hiding your story.

We also talk about being multidimensional, how labels like cerebral palsy don’t define a person, and how humor and ownership can turn awkward or even painful moments into connection and growth. This episode is about much more than disability. It’s about identity, inner strength, personal growth, and showing up fully as yourself.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, overlooked, or pressured to meet someone else's standard of struggle, this conversation will resonate with you. As Zach says, “Don’t blend in, blend out.”

Disclaimer:

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Show Links

• Daily Email: https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-email

• The YLF Blog: https://yourlevelfitness.com/blog

• Start Here: https://yourlevelfitness.com/ylf30

• YLF Framework: https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework

• Q&A Response YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1l

• Visit the Shop: https://yourlevelfitness.shop

• Work With Daryl: https://yourlevelfitness.com/coaching

In this episode, I’m diving into a truth we rarely hear: self-love is actually the highest form of discipline. So much of what we’re told about discipline is centered around forcing ourselves through workouts or diets, but real discipline is about choosing to love ourselves even in a world constantly telling us we’re not enough.

I’m sharing why dragging yourself through routines you hate isn’t discipline, and how building an environment that supports your success is key. I challenge you to do the hardest thing of all—love yourself first. Because when your actions come from self-love instead of self-loathing, everything from your fitness goals to your personal development takes on new meaning and momentum.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on this. Email me at [email protected] and let’s talk about what living an inside/out life means for you.

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Show Links:

Daily Email: https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-email

The YLF Blog: https://yourlevelfitness.com/blog

Start Here: https://yourlevelfitness.com/ylf30

YLF Framework: https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework

Q&A Response YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1l

Visit the Shop: https://yourlevelfitness.shop

Work With Daryl: https://yourlevelfitness.com/coaching

In this episode of The Daryl Perry Podcast, I’m getting real about the tension between automation and authentic communication. I talk about how I absolutely use tools like AI and if-this-then-that workflows to save time and create content, but the key is what we do with the time these tools free up. For me, it’s all about meaningful, two-way conversations rather than just pumping out more and more content.

I share how I’ve been refining the Your Level Fitness programs in the background, testing new ways to connect and help people without getting swept up in the noise of social media trends. I open up about how marketing often preys on our insecurities, why authenticity can feel risky but necessary, and how we all have a story to tell that’s worth sharing without watering ourselves down.

I dive into how we navigate the balance between protecting our personal lives while still showing up online as our true selves, and why leaning into what makes you uniquely you is the best way to cut through the noise.

Let me know your thoughts on how you’re handling all of this in your own life. Email me any time at [email protected]

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

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Show Links:

Daily Email: https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-email

The YLF Blog: https://yourlevelfitness.com/blog

Start Here: https://yourlevelfitness.com/ylf30

YLF Framework: https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework

Q&A Response YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1l

Visit the Shop: https://yourlevelfitness.shop

Work With Daryl: https://yourlevelfitness.com/coaching

In this episode of The Daryl Perry Podcast, I’m diving into the story behind my daily coffee cup posts and the handwritten messages I share across social media. I open up about how my cerebral palsy made me self-conscious about my handwriting for years, and how sharing those handwritten notes has become both a personal challenge and a creative pursuit.

We talk about the buzz around authenticity online, and why I believe true connection comes from putting real parts of ourselves out there, even the imperfect ones. I also share how practicing my handwriting for these posts has become a way to face an old insecurity and turn it into something positive for myself and for others who read the messages.

If you’ve ever felt hesitant to share your creative work because of insecurity or fear of judgment, this episode is for you. Let’s keep putting out optimism, realness, and hope into the world… even if it’s scribbled on a coffee cup before the first sip of the day!

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

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Show Links

Daily Email: https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-email

The YLF Blog: https://yourlevelfitness.com/blog

Start Here: https://yourlevelfitness.com/ylf30

YLF Framework: https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework

Q&A Response YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1l

Visit the Shop: https://yourlevelfitness.shop

Work With Daryl: https://yourlevelfitness.com/coaching

In this episode of The Daryl Perry Podcast, I’m diving into how observation without judgment can transform how we approach life, fitness, and daily routines. I share why I believe belief in ourselves is a choice we make first, instead of waiting for action to prove our worth. I talk about how experimenting with small things like my breakfast habits, from baking flaxseed muffins to making dense bakery-style cookies at home, helped me stay in tune with my preferences while avoiding overpriced store options.

I open up about my journey with cerebral palsy and how I’m testing new routines like DDPY yoga and physical therapy to improve my mobility, especially around dinner time. Despite gym closures and summer heat, I’ve managed to complete nearly forty workouts this month and continue looking for ways to stay active while balancing time with Heather.

It’s all about observing, testing, and adjusting without beating ourselves up. I hope this episode helps you reflect on how you’re piecing together your own life puzzle and navigating choices for yourself rather than living by others’ expectations. Let me know how you’re figuring things out!

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

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For comments, questions, topic ideas, possible collaborations please email [email protected]

Buy Zach’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Zachary-Fenell/author/B006M49S6A
Check Out Zach’s Blog: https://www.zacharyfenell.com/blog/
Connect with Zach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyfenell/
Email Zach: [email protected]

In this replay from Zach’s YouTube channel I sit down with my long-time friend Zachary Fenell to tackle a topic that every adult with cerebral palsy understands all too well, the art of falling. Zach asks the gritty questions and I pull back the curtain on what it is really like to hit the ground three to five times a month and still chase a fitness-first life. We talk about daily balance drills, why fatigue makes escalators feel like trap doors, and how taking a twenty second sit break can save an entire day of mobility. You will hear honest stories of tumbles that ended in laughter, hard lessons learned from near injuries, and the mindset shifts that turn embarrassment into self-assessment. We also share straight talk for family and friends who want to help yet never know when to jump in. If you live with CP, or love someone who does, this chat will give you practical tips, fresh perspective, and a reminder that the score is always you versus CP… and you can still win.

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

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For comments, questions, topic ideas, possible collaborations please email [email protected]

PODCAST DIRECTORY SHOW LINKS
Daily Email https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-email
The YLF Blog https://yourlevelfitness.com/blog
Start Here https://yourlevelfitness.com/ylf30
YLF Framework https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework
Q and A Response YouTube Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1l
Visit the Shop https://yourlevelfitness.shop
Work With Daryl https://yourlevelfitness.com/coaching

EPISODE DESCRIPTION
I catch you up on a month filled with travel, thirty workouts, and a deep dive back into physical therapy. You will hear how I manage stiffness from cerebral palsy by staying in motion, how Heather and I swap gym time for real life adventures, and why the YLF30 challenge is becoming a grandfather program on July first. I explain the next evolution of Your Level Fitness, moving from six daily actions to a fully individualized framework that lets you build an inside/out life. You will learn how I balance habit based coaching, marketing strategy, and thousands of free resources so you can use them at your pace. I also share fresh thoughts on body image, consistency without discipline drama, and the joy of Graceland style peanut butter banana iced coffee. If you want honest behind the scenes insight on coaching, community, and creating a forever active lifestyle, this episode is for you.

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

Visit darylperrypodcast.com for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.

For comments, questions, topic ideas, possible collaborations please email [email protected]

The YLF Blog: https://yourlevelfitness.com/blog
Start Here: https://yourlevelfitness.com/ylf30
YLF Framework: https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework
Q&A Response YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSupgaY5KA66MD2IdmCwFhLFbDe-pk1l
Visit the Shop: https://yourlevelfitness.shop
Work With Daryl: https://yourlevelfitness.com/coaching

Episode Description:

In this solo episode, I’m sharing where my head is right now around content, communication, and how we’re all just tired of surface-level conversations. We’ve lived in a world that tells us to find our niche and stick to it, but we’re not one-dimensional people. We’re layered, and we’re ready to talk about real things in real ways. From fitness and business to mental health and relationships, I’m digging into why the inside/out approach is the only way to build a life that actually feels good.

You’ll hear why I think chasing trends and fitting into boxes is a dead-end, how I learned to build my brand from scratch instead of being just another affiliate, and why connecting with yourself changes everything. We also talk about men’s mental health, the importance of daily check-ins, and why consistent communication could be the simplest solution to some of the biggest problems.

This episode is about honesty, complexity, and taking ownership. It’s about giving yourself permission to show up as a full person with multiple interests, emotions, and experiences. If you’ve ever felt like your life or your content had to fit into one neat category to be accepted, I hope this episode helps you realize you don’t have to live like that. You can share your layers, love your life from the inside out, and make a difference by being exactly who you are.

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

Visit darylperrypodcast.com for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.

For comments, questions, topic ideas, possible collaborations please email [email protected]