Daniel has been passionate about fitness since he was a teenager. He started as an amateur weightlifter, spending nearly all of his free time in the gym, and was drawn to how powerfully exercise can change the human body and a person's quality of life. That passion became a career.

Born and raised in Cuba, Daniel spent time in California and then built his training career in Miami. He began with a mobile gym concept called The Fittest Wheels, taking his van around Miami Beach to train people wherever they were. That grew into a full-time one-on-one practice with clients from age 16 to 84, including athletes, beginners, and high-profile clients. He also volunteered as a coach at a Miami shelter for children.

For the past three years, Daniel has called Melbourne Beach home. He lives here with his wife and their three dogs, and he is committed to helping this community move better and feel better.

How he trains

Daniel's coaching is functional and progressive. He mixes a range of exercises and increases the challenge gradually so you get results without being pushed past what your body can safely do. He is passionate about body mechanics and the effect exercise has on health and longevity, and he keeps learning by following new research in the fitness field. He also practices what he teaches by taking part in occasional competitions, including CrossFit, DekaFit, and Hyrox.

What sets Daniel apart

Daniel is more than a trainer. He is a coach. He assesses where you are, understands your history, and builds a plan that fits you. Then he stays involved. Clients can reach him by text for questions about training, nutrition, supplements, or keeping up their routine through travel and busy seasons. It is a personal experience and is built for the long term.