So, THIS Is Fitness...

Health, Wellness, And The Journey To A Better Life.

Discover what "fitness" REALLY means.
Explore complete health & wellness with Coach Darrell

So, THIS Is Fitness...

Health, Wellness, And The Journey To A Better Life.

Discover what "fitness" REALLY means. Explore complete health & wellness with Coach Darrell

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The Journey To A Better Life

Fitness is more than physical health.
Workouts and nutrition DO matter,
but so does mental, emotional, and social health!

Whole Body Health

It takes more than the treadmill to succeed, and more than the bathroom scale to know you did.

It doesn’t have to be hard.

Proper Nutrition

There’s no magic in losing (or gaining) weight for keeps! The right amount of the right nutrients gives your body the fuel for success.

It doesn’t have to be hard.

Mental & Emotional Health

Your stress levels, anxiety, attitude, and general happiness (or lack thereof) all play a role in your overall health. How DO you feel?

Social Wellbeing & Relationships

Do you have healthy relationships with others? Got a support system backing you? Healthy human connection is important!

The Latest from Coach Darrell:

On The Podcast:

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#108 Finally Seeing The Path To Success: “Big Picture Wellness”

We’ve been spoon-fed a lot of inaccurate advice about fitness and how best to reach our goals. Isn’t it time we learned a better way?

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#107 – Finally, An Answer: Supplements, Results, And “How It Works”

Everyone’s looking for the secret. We want results & we want them now – surely supplements will help! So what “Sports Nutrition” stuff is my Holy Grail, anyway?

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#106 – The Keto Diet – Al Roker, Jillian Michaels, And The Truth.

It’s time to talk facts. You’ve probably heard of the Ketogenic Diet. People LOVE Keto. But do you know how it actually works? Odds are… you’re doing it wrong.

#105 – What Happens Next Is Up To You.

We do this dance every year. Maybe this year it’s time to accept the hard truth about health and fitness New Year’s Resolutions: what happens next is up to you.

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#104 – Love Thy Neighbor – The Magic City And Its Unicorn

Do you feel it? There’s something in the air at the Millinocket Marathon & Half. It’s electric. It’s warm. It’s truly special. And it’s changing lives.

Health & Wellness

Looking For Love In All The Wrong Places

Looking For Love In All The Wrong Places

We're not perfect. With that in mind, it's no surprise that, sometimes... ok- often... we go looking for love in all the wrong places. Of course, I mean that in the context of our health & fitness... and where, exactly, we seek answers... For the full chat on this...

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Physical Fitness:

That Feeling When You Turn The Tide

That Feeling When You Turn The Tide

We're talking about the missing link, people! We talk a lot about how hard it is to start a fitness routine, and it's always countered with how great it is to BE on the other side. What we DON'T talk about... is that feeling when you turn the tide of battle. The...

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Reviews & Race Recaps:

Review – Breath Thermo by Mizuno Running

Review – Breath Thermo by Mizuno Running

New England really is a great place to live - I absolutely love it here. The history, the scenery, the charm...as cheesy as all that is to say...there really is something to it. What's positively obnoxious, however, is the weather. Roasting-hot, humid summer days,...

Darrell McTague

Certified Health Coach, Personal Trainer, Ultramarathoner

“You have to want it. It has to be important. It has to MATTER to you – YOU have to matter to you. Attitude and belief are crucial. So get right with yourself… then take that first step.”

After many failed attempts, Darrell had given up on weight loss. Until one day changed everything.

A year later, he’d lost 130 lbs, discovered running, and completely changed his life.

Today he’s a Certified Health Coach & Personal Trainer using the lessons he’s learned to help others make change they didn’t think possible.

Darrell McTague

Certified Trainer, Health Coach, Ultramarathon Runner

“You have to want it. It has to be important. It has to MATTER to you – YOU have to matter to you. Attitude and belief are crucial. So get right with yourself… then take that first step.”

After many failed attempts, Darrell had given up on weight loss. Until one day changed everything.

A year later, he’d lost 130 lbs, discovered running, and completely changed his life.

Today, he’s a Personal Trainer & Fitness Coach, using the lessons he’s learned to help others make change they didn’t think possible.

Darrell McTague

Certified Trainer, Health Coach, Ultramarathon Runner

“You have to want it. It has to be important. It has to MATTER to you – YOU have to matter to you. Attitude and belief are crucial. So get right with yourself… then take that first step.”

After many failed attempts, Darrell had given up on weight loss. Until one day changed everything.

A year later, he’d lost 130 lbs, discovered running, and completely changed his life.

Today, he’s a Personal Trainer & Fitness Coach, using the lessons he’s learned to help others make change they didn’t think possible.

Health & Fitness Coaching:

In-Person & Online

Help and guidance where, when, and how you need it.

How Can Coaching Help Me?

There are SO many ways a coach can help you! Coaching can help you with goalsetting, direction, accountability, motivation, and so much more. A coach can design a program meant for you, your body, your life, and your goals.

More than that – the right coach will take an interest in you as a person, and the bigger picture of your health & wellness. Being a coach is about more than just making workouts – it’s about helping you on your journey to a better life. Or, at least, it should be – that’s what I believe.

What's Included In Coaching?

There are many different coaching options available with Coach Darrell and “So, THIS Is Fitness…”, each with different benefits included. Click the “Let’s Go!” button below to see your options and learn how it all works.

How Does "Online Coaching" work?

Online Coaching works almost the same as in-person coaching, with one key difference – it’s all app-based and web-based!

You get the same workouts, results tracking, and habit coaching you’d get if we were 1 on 1, and it’s all delivered through your online coaching dashboard. Concerned you won’t get the same coaching, tips, pointers, and conversations we’d have in person? Don’t worry – there’s regular 1 on 1 or group coaching video calls, trainer tips and coaching videos, as well as chat support all included!

Best of all – you’re getting all this same coaching and benefit, but you can make use of it wherever you need to work out whenever you’re able to fit it in your schedule.

So, what are you waiting for?! Hit the “Let’s Go!” button below to learn more and find out what option may be best for you!

Do you offer in-person coaching?

I sure do! I offer both 1 on 1 and group training options. I’ll come to YOU and we’ll make it happen. Want to learn more about in-person and “hybrid” coaching options? Check out the “Coaching” page by clicking the “Let’s Go!” button below.

Ready to get started?

Learn how it all works, see your options, and choose your path to a better life.

Fitness Coaching: In-Person & Online

Help and guidance where, when, and how you need it.

How Can Coaching Help Me?

There are SO many ways a coach can help you! Coaching can help you with goalsetting, direction, accountability, motivation, and so much more. A coach can design a program meant for you, your body, your life, and your goals.

More than that – the right coach will take an interest in you as a person, and the bigger picture of your health & wellness. Being a coach is about more than just making workouts – it’s about helping you on your journey to a better life. Or, at least, it should be – that’s what I believe.

What's Included In Coaching?

There are many different coaching options available with Coach Darrell and “So, THIS Is Fitness…”, each with different benefits included. Click the “Let’s Go!” button below to see your options and learn how it all works.

How Does "Online Coaching" work?

Online Coaching works almost the same as in-person coaching, with one key difference – it’s all app-based and web-based!

You get the same workouts, results tracking, and habit coaching you’d get if we were 1 on 1, and it’s all delivered through your online coaching dashboard. Concerned you won’t get the same coaching, tips, pointers, and conversations we’d have in person? Don’t worry – there’s regular 1 on 1 or group coaching video calls, trainer tips and coaching videos, as well as chat support all included!

Best of all – you’re getting all this same coaching and benefit, but you can make use of it wherever you need to work out whenever you’re able to fit it in your schedule.

So, what are you waiting for?! Hit the “Let’s Go!” button below to learn more and find out what option may be best for you!

Do you offer in-person coaching?

I sure do! I offer both 1 on 1 and group training options. I’ll come to YOU and we’ll make it happen. Want to learn more about in-person and “hybrid” coaching options? Check out the “Coaching” page by clicking the “Let’s Go!” button below.

Ready to get started?

Learn how it all works, see your options, and choose your path to a better life.