Dr Eric Serrano
 
Through my career I always have had people to go to when I had to ask questions and for breathing, mind control Leo Daniel has been my guy. 
I was truly excited when he decided to finally share his knowledge with the rest of the world 
 
DR Eric Serrano 
 
Jack Sheedy
 

Leo Daniel’s role as an Athlete Preparation Coach has been paramount to the success of those teams.  

Leo Daniel and I have worked together with two club teams over the last 3 years. Leo Daniel’s role as an Athlete Preparation Coach has been paramount to the success of those teams. His general preparation philosophy has helped get players back on the pitch quickly and keep them there, without injury, for longer. 
 
Instead of focusing his athletes training on squatting, deadlifting, Olympic lifting and jumping Leo Daniel prepares his athlete’s body’s thoroughly before building that bigger engine with them. 
 
Leo Daniel has a unique skillset with the breathwork he uses. It has made a huge difference to the lad’s fitness and recovery whilst allowing us to focus on the technical aspects of the game. His breathing techniques for game-day preparation and during games themselves are work incredibly well to re-energise players and focus them. 
 
Jack Sheedy 
Seán Kinane
 

Leo Daniel has a deep understanding in the science behind what he does and is living proof just how powerful it can be  

I first met Leo Daniel back in 2017 when he approached me with the idea to run the Dublin marathon, that was all ok until he told me his plan was to run it with his mouth tapped shut, nasal breathing only, no run training just functional S&C and his breathing techniques. I have to say there and then I thought he was mad and told him out straight I didn’t think he would do it but I would be more than willing to try and help him get there. Well was I proved wrong, when I met him in person it was plain to see the knowledge and belief he had in his methods that there was no way he was not going to do. Leo Daniel has a deep understanding in the science behind what he does and is living proof just how powerful it can be, he is a great coach who is commited to improving the health of his clients and overall good guy who I thoroughly enjoy working alongside. 
 
Seán Kinane 
Owner of Health Matters 
Ross Hazley
 

Leo Daniel’s breath training made a significant difference to my athletic performance  

Leo Daniel’s breath training made a significant difference to my athletic performance. Following months of application the breathwork really started to show improvements in my recovery times after intense bouts of exercise. Following a long term injury, Leo Daniel’s overall training approach gave me a great platform and foundation for returning to full fitness and I couldn’t recommend him enough. 
 
Ross Hazley 
Senior footballer 
Míchéal McCarthy
 

I was able to finish out the season so strong and probably had the best season I had in the last 6/7 years.  

When Leo Daniel Ryan came on board as our strength and conditioning coach for St. Sylvesters and tried to introduce a new way of training through breathing, I thought he was half mad. Little did I know the difference it would make to me in the long run. From a personal point, I have suffered massively with injuries over the last 3 years and always struggled to keep my cardiovascular up to a certain level. This method and way of coaching was the only reason I was able to finish out the season so strong and probably had the best season I had in the last 6/7 years. When you breathe properly, your muscles relax and much of the physical tension they hold is released. This is only one of many benefits. This helped me massively for two reasons. 1. This is exactly what I needed with all the injuries I have suffered and 2. The breathing technique helped me gain cardiovascular fitness far quicker than the what I had previously been doing. Leo Daniel's way of coaching was strict, sharp and to the point. No messing and thats what exactly has prolonged my career to date. Thanks Leo. 
 
Míchéal McCarthy 
All Ireland Senior Champion, Dublin, 2011, St. Sylvesters GAA 
 

He is an unbelievable teacher and as a new instructor myself, he has taught me so much  

Leo Daniel is an excellent instructor with extensive nutrition and fitness knowledge, to adapt a fitness/nutrition programme to fit the needs of any client. He showed exceptional communication skills whether it was dealing with clients, potential clients, complaints or colleagues. And always maintains a sense of humour and positive attitude when dealing with every aspect. He is a natural leader and has had no hesitations or difficulties when handling a major project(Slim-4-life - fitness and weight loss programe) or managing a problem. From a personal point of view, he is an unbelievable teacher and as a new instructor myself, he has taught me so much about the profession and given me so much knowledge that I will use for years to come. He would be an essential asset to any team and would, without doubt, have so many new and beneficial ideas to bring to the table 
 
Realtin Howard 
Activity Facilitator at Praxis Care 
Gav McArdle  GAA and Marathon Running
 

Leo Daniel's training techniques were unique, innovative and highly effective.  

I worked with Leo Daniel for a number of years and found the experience challenging, but very rewarding. Leo Daniel's training techniques were unique, innovative and highly effective. Leo Daniel introduced me to a number of breathing methods and techniques which I found to be very challenging at first, but which have helped improve performance over time. Particularly, I find the breathing techniques highly effective in aiding recovery. Leo Daniel's techniques have also helped me breath more effectively in everyday life, through better awareness of my breath. I have used techniques taught by Leo while playing Senior Football and training for a marathon and found them to be effective in improving aerobic fitness and aiding recovery between efforts. 
 
Gav McArdle 
GAA and Marathon Running 
Thomas Moran  Irish Masters International Sprinter & Asthmatic
 

One of the best things I have ever tried and has had a large positive impact to my life and health  

Having been diagnosed with Asthma and Allergies since I was very young but I've always been very active and into sports, most recently competitive sprinting. 
 
When I saw the course advertised I was keen to learn more. I wasn't disappointed. 
 
It became quickly obvious that not only does Leo Daniel have a deep knowledge the breathing techniques but also a thorough understanding of physiology, strength and conditioning training and sports science which allows him to coach the subject in a very clear and personal manner. 
 
I have to say that this is one of the best things I have ever tried and has had a large positive impact to my life and health on many levels including both a reduction in my symptoms and a greater capacity for endurance training. I'm looking forward to learning more! 
 
Thomas Moran 
Irish Masters International Sprinter & Asthmatic 
Emma Pye  Professional Thai Kickboxer
 

I genuinely do not think anyone else could have got me out of the hole I was in  

I went to Leo as a busted up athlete who had no hope of ever achieving the strength I once had. I had a 2 year QL injury that no physio, MRI or amount rest was able to fix. I wasn't sleeping well, couldn't sit for long periods and was very weak in all lifts. 
 
Leo Daniel asked me to give him 7 months and trust his approach that was quite a drastic change for someone who has over-trained for many years, but I did: Leo Daniel quickly highlighted that while I wasn't mentally stressed, I was physically. 
 
Though introducing good stresses, prehab and breathing techniques my sleep quickly improved, as did my health in general -I got a lot of comments on how fresh I looked and relaxed I was. 
 
Leo Daniel's programming is very well thought out and specific to the individual and their goals - I have trained with a lot of top level PTs all over the world and it is very rare to find someone who constently comes back to your goals while also ensuring health is intact. 
 
Combining the above with technique corrections in my major lifts and introducing a key focus on breathing, I am now back to where I was strength wise and stronger than I ever was throughout the whole movement in my lifts. Leo Daniel has given me tools that I can use forever, the focus on breathing and contraction he taught while lifting is something that has had the most benefit and will ensure I stay injury free long term. The technique corrections were things I'd never been taught to focus on before, even though I have been lifting weights and working with PTs for 15 years - they also had a big pay off. 
 
I genuinely do not think anyone else could have got me out of the hole I was in, drastic measures were needed and it was drastic measures that worked. 
 
Emma Pye 
Professional Thai Kickboxer 
 

A blessing to work with and to know  

Leo Daniel Ryan is a great and inspiring leader well beyond his years. His philosophies on the tangibility of creating and achieving ones lifelong dreams, and his humility in encouraging people to strive to reach them are wonderfully intertwined in his approach to coaching and training in the health/performance and fitness industry. He is a memorable colleague who is a blessing to work with and to know. 
 
Alex Nurse 
Co-Director at AXIS Performance + Training, Toronto 
 

Loved learning how much mental strength I have  

Loved the session today, I feel very relaxed still. 
I really enjoyed the experience. I loved learning how to alkalise my body which is currently so valuable to me personally. I also loved learning how much mental strength I have (more) than I give myself credit for which will allow me to push that bit more.  
 
Thanks, Leo Daniel 
 
Caoimhe, 
Executive, Wife and Mother 
 

I have pushed myself to a place I never thought I would go and now I feel like I could do anything  

The cold has always been an issue for me so having survived an ice bath without shivering is a game changer. 
 
It was a great group and I liked the way you used our reasons for being there as your way to explain the method rather than explaining it all at the same time. 
 
You created a very safe environment and a great rapport straight away. I know this is hard to do so it was very impressive. Your energy and zest for life radiates. 
 
You have a great voice and although it can take me time to switch off, I felt I got there way quicker thanks to the music and the tone of your voice. 
 
Overall it was an amazing experience and I feel like I have pushed myself to a place I never thought I would go and now I feel like I could do anything. First step off to the sea. 
 
Audrey 
Executive 
Johnny Peacock  Student Doctor and Senior Club GAA Player
 

I saw great results in the form of speedy recovery following strenuous activity allowing for sustained maximal performance  

Leo Daniel is a very dedicated trainer. He pays great attention to detail across all aspects of fitness, from diet and nutrition to strength and conditioning to cardio. He ensures all exercises are done safely and achieve maximum efficiency. He is always at the forefront of training techniques and nowhere is this more in evidence than in his approach to breathwork. For me personally his coaching in this area really helped in pre-game preparations as I found I no longer required the notorious “second wind” but was ready to go from the off.  
 
In addition I saw great results in the form of speedy recovery following strenuous activity allowing for sustained maximal performance. The training was tough but always had a clear objective and was well explained and coached. Overall I saw great improvements in my fitness and always enjoyed his training sessions. 
 
Johnny Peacock 
Student Doctor and Senior Club GAA Player 
 

I had a fantastic experience today and I felt in good hands with you  

I had a fantastic experience today and I felt in good hands with you today as probably I’ve built up trust with you based on your knowledge through the last time we met and following you on Instagram. 
If you are doing sessions like these again, I would definitely join. 
As I said, the meditative piece, was the craziest experience I’ve ever had. 
 
The breathing exercises were easy to follow. 
 
I thought that the group were brilliant and really enjoyed spending time with like minded people. There was a lot of experience in the group and I felt at real ease there. 
 
Emma 
Team Ireland on Everest 
James Cluskey  Former Davis Cup & Irish International Pro Tennis Player
 

I can honestly say the best decision we made was bringing Leo Daniel on board.  

I can honestly say the best decision we made with the whole world record attempt was bringing Leo Daniel on board. When you want to break a record a lot of people think it's impossible and laugh at the suggestion. When I approached Leo Daniel I was blown away by his energy, passion and support for our attempt. While I approached him about helping us with nutrition and training, the breath work made key difference. Through the 60 hours we used it several times to help us re group relax and fire ahead towards the goal. 
 
Since completing the record I'm giving a lot of talks in the corporate sphere. I use the breath work exercises before these talks to help me get in the right mindset to perform. I would recommend everyone learns these simple techniques and I look forward to working with Leo Daniel on other "crazy projects" in the future. 
 
James Cluskey 
Former Davis Cup & Irish International Pro Tennis Player 
David Mullins  Former Irish Davis Cup Tennis Player & NCAA Division I Coach
 

We could not have asked for a better coach, motivator and human being to help us  

We could not have asked for a better coach, motivator and human being to help us through this unique test. Leo Daniel was quick to figure out what this challenge was going to entail, understanding what we needed as a group but was also very adept in determining each individual’s personal needs. He gave us every chance to put ourselves in position to accomplish our goal, and was absolutely pivotal in getting us through the toughest moments of our World Record pursuit. Leo Daniel is a true expert in everything related to optimal health and performance. We look forward to working with him again on future projects 
 
David Mullins 
Former Irish Davis Cup Tennis Player & NCAA Division I Coach 
Derry Temple  Founder Temple Training
 

One of the best coaches I have come across in twelve years of the fitness industry  

Having worked and trained with Leo Daniel for over a year I can honestly say that he is one of the best personal trainers I have come across in twelve years of the fitness industry. He has a great passion and drive for fitness which transfers to his clients in terms of their motivation to achieve more then they taught possible! As personal trainers go he is educated to a very high level in many different facets of health and fitness; still he continues to study and stay on the cutting edge of training and nutrition techniques. I would highly recommend him as a personal trainer as I have seen first hand how he can help clients transform themselves and achieve new heights in their own health. 
 
Derry Temple 
Founder Temple Training 
 

His positive attitude is a constant reminder that fitness can be enjoyable  

I have trained bi-weekly with Leo Daniel Ryan for two years,to put it simply it was a fun journey! 
 
Over time, assessments and diversified work-outs he enabled me to achieve my personal goals. His coaching techniques encourages his clients to focus and recognize their achievements big or small. 
Impressively Leo Daniel designed a program to accommodate the fact that my left arm was in a sling due to a skating injury. I wore a harness and we carried on into a new program! 
 
Leo Daniel Ryan is attentive to his clients needs, no matter their age or fitness level. His expertise is evident and his positive attitude is a constant reminder that fitness can be enjoyable. 
 
Renee Bienvenu 
Toronto, Ontario , Canada 
 

I feel ten years younger and my kids tell me I look it  

When I began training with Leo Daniel I was overweight and under motivated to do something about it. Not being able to run up a stairs, play footie with my young son, and all the other little things that required a bit of physical effort. 
 
Leo Daniel helped me change my outlook by first realising what I wanted. Then setting the goals and putting together a programme of exercise and nutrition that suited me. What began as a challenge became a way of life and a very enjoyable one at that. I am off medication for blood pressure and cholesterol that my doctor said I would be on for life! I feel ten years younger and my kids tell me I look it so that is good enough for me. Leo Daniel's strength is that he will always put his clients needs first and will work with them through motivation, encouragement and most of all getting the results you are looking for. I lost two stone but more importantly I reduced my body levels from 29 to 19. 
 
Brian Fitzpatrick 
Company Director 
Nick  from Chile
 

A week later, I felt ready to wake-up and energised to start the day  

For four years, I had been plagued with common allergy symptoms – rhinitis, itchy pallet and even being woken up at night with sneezing attacks. Leo Daniel took us step-by-step through the BreathFix programme with personalised exercises, clearly explaining how to begin breathing through the nose again. A week later, I felt ready to wake-up and energised to start the day each morning and by the end of the programme – no more sneezing attacks! 
 
Nick 
Chile 
Alejandra  from Chile
 

I never even imagined that something so simple could have been the answer I was looking for  

I had been feeling tired and without energy for a little while, lacking good sleep without an apparent reason. After researching and asking around on forums, someone suggested the Buteyko method, this person explained that people focus on training and eating well too much, but not many consider the one thing we do 24 hours a day, breathe! It was then that I found Leo Daniel, his online coaching style and program quickly made me realize that this was the logical approach. I never even imagined that something so simple could have been the answer I was looking for. I now sleep the whole night through, feel rested in the mornings and more energized during the day. 
 
Leo is very enthusiastic and passionate about his BreathFix programme. I had always hoped there was a way to avoid taking medication – this was it. This was definitely time and money well invested. 
 
Alejandra 
Chile 
 

Leo Daniel's passion and enthusiasm for life is infectious, and this permeated all aspects of his interactions with his clients  

I've had the pleasure of working with Leo for 2 years and have watched him grow from a Level 3 personal trainer to a level 4 personal trainer, and from assistant manager to general manager. As a trainer, Leo Daniel worked hard to build his business – making connections in our community and cold calling. Once he started to establish a name for himself as a quality trainer, word of mouth took over. I have consistently received positive feedback from his clients about how much they have enjoyed their experience with Leo Daniel. He was the first trainer in our organization to get to Level 4. Leo Daniel's passion and enthusiasm for life is infectious, and this permeated all aspects of his interactions with his clients. In addition to his success as a trainer, Leo has proven himself to be an effective leader in his role as General Manager. Leo has worked with his team to acquire new skills, achieve their full potential, and deliver meaningful results to our clients. He was also instrumental in developing a vision for his club and worked with his team to make the vision a reality. He also worked with the rest of the senior team to implement strategies for how to make Body + Soul Fitness a great workplace 
 
Darren Katz 
President, Body + Soul Fitness, Toronto 
 

He is extremely knowledgable in both nutrition and strength training  

Leo Daniel has been a very effective and motivational trainer who has worked with me for over a year. He is extremely knowledgable in both nutrition and strength training. He also is very optimistic and is a pleasure to train with. I would highly recommend him for his persistence and support while working with him.You are guaranteed to get success and reach your personal goals with Leo Daniel's help and commitment 
 
Kieran Mageen 
Principal Consultive Sales Engineer at BT 

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