You were the first body builder that caught my attention when I started my fitness journey. I have been a huge fan of you and your character from the moment I discovered you. I’m very grateful you’re putting this video out there, you have no idea how valuable your words are to the younger generation. Thank you
Yessss!!! I agree. I'm very picky about the influencers i follow, and i love DLB!!! Dana, if you read this, know that all the hardships you've overcome have given you the power to touch countless lives and we treasure you!!!! Thank you for doing what you do, and for being you :)
Rob Bailey is a good man , he gave the best piece of advice anyone could give, we all need to take a page out of his book and utilize it against the hate and negativity that’s thrusted upon us, I sure will , and also I forgot to mention to you Dana , you looked amazing and incredible the minute you hit the scene , there was no failure in you ,we all seen it in your eyes, I bet Rob seen it the second he laid his eyes on you, the individuals that criticized you , they are the ones that feared you, way to stick it back up there asses
The first time I saw you was in an ad for mhp in muscle and fitness and I cut it your photo and put it on my vision board and I began training in 2012. I did my first competition in 2013(I placed near the bottom of the pack) I've been up and down with my weight, but I always watch you and Rob and I'm currently back in training still going for it. I have a long way to go until I'm where I want to be , but I can always get motivated and find wisdom through your videos. Rob is the sugar,Honey, iced, tea with advice. Keep up the hard work you're making a difference
What Robsgym said! Thanks Dana for sharing this with us and thanks for showing us how you train stuff in the gym. Cause of your videos I don't hurt myself anymore since I now have a realistic workload in the gym. It's something little but Dana it helps, not being injured all the time means I can train more. I'm down OVER 400 POUNDS from 650+ to a crossfit and powerlifting monster that can do 250meter sprints in between sets now weighing 235-240lbs. You and Rob are my biggest inspiration. I have mental illnesses and know how the suck can fuck us from time to time but we stick to our roots and keep pushing. Suck it up, your loved.
So your daughter want to be a muscle monster ? idk if this should be an inspiration......one day when you see your daughter's head attached to a man's body you not gonna be happy.
Dana, I had the privilege of taking 3rd in one of your shred contests. Talking to you on the phone, the day you let me know I was a winner, I felt how genuinely good of a person you were. Your accomplishments have been phenomenal but the person you are is your greatest success.
What a lady ❤️ Dana, I'm a 31 year old mom. I watch your channel to learn about how I should work in the gym but am reminded of how I should be as a woman. You're such a great example to us all. Thank you for being you!
Dana you are an inspiration to me. I am 68 years old and have only started training with weights in the past two years. We are vegan and I have never been stronger in my life. Just working on shaping my body - that I don't like much of :) - so I know how you feel. Stay determined and ignore all the negative critics. Do it for you, do it for your wonderful, supportive man and the rest of the world can go hang. You have masses of support so just ignore the rest. Any negative thoughts... toss them out and send them flying. All strength to you guys. ❤
I’m subscribed to numerous fitness influencers and I have not received such prolonged and consistent bodybuilding information and motivation from anyone else more than Dana. I’ve been subscribed since 2012. Thanks for staying strong against the haters Dana. You’re appreciated more than you will ever know!!!
We love you Dana! Thanks for sharing the vulnerability and for showing us how certain relationships matter! Having a supportive relationship means the world!
I'll never forget the moment I discovered Dana and Rob. First video I saw was them getting a tattoo on the inside of their lip and I was hooked ever since. I've learned so much from these two that it seriously makes me wonder how much different and possibly worse my life would have been. Rob and Dana have gifted me so much inspiration and knowledge and hunger and growth that I will forever be thankful.
😢, I don’t like having to see Dana cry, but I’m glad she’s overcome so much. 💪🏽 Fit and Strong mentally and emotionally We all know you’re a great person because of what you’ve gone through 🤙🏽🤙🏽 Keep smiling 😁
I love Rob and Dana's relationship. He loves her so much. The support and love he gives her is beyond beautiful and makes you cry happy tears. I'm so happy for you both.
I don’t follow bodybuilders, but I follow you because your energy your personality your sheer determination and sense of fun shine through. You’re an inspiration. Stay true to you ❤
Hey, I'm from Brazil and I barely understand your language, but You are the reason I strive to be better every day, your dedication inspire me to push my limits... I have been watching your videos for 10 years
Thank you for your honesty. I hated my body for so many years but after finding you and starting to lift I am finally in a place where, actually, my body is freaking awesome. You are a total inspiration to me. Thank you 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
Couldn’t stop the tear ducts from activating. Dana, you came a long way emotionally and mentally. This is truly your super power. I visited you gym back in the day at Warhouse gym and you’ve inspired me so much. Watching your determination and fighting will in your fitness journey has been a blessing tremendously. You and Rob are incredible people and I’m happy I had that opportunity to meet you both. Even got a picture with you, Rob and Mike Rashid. Your truly an amazing person. Every single thing you did in your life made you the success person you are today. Love love loved this video so much because it establishes the relationship power and love you and Rob have for each other and how he helped you in such a way that gave you power to sit in your truth and say “this is who I am and I’m never gonna change”. You’re truly undefeated. Stay strong because you are blessed and loved.
I discovered you on Brute Showdown a couple of years ago, and I remember loving your personality, your strenght, your look, your energy and humor. I've been following your channel ever since! You're an inspiration, Dana. Your beauty and sensitivity always comes through in every thing you do and put out. Keep doing you and keep shinning.
Dana....love your vulnerability in this video, you are an inspiration to many women and girls who can relate to this and be inspired by your perseverance and dedication. Keep doing you 😊
You are a badass! I’m 51 and still haven’t learned to love myself…shoot…to even like myself! Thank you for your vulnerability in this video. I know I’m not alone and can accomplish anything. I have worked out for years but never pushed myself to accomplish my goals. I’ve told myself it wouldn’t happen and that I wasn’t good enough. You have inspired me to get serious and to stop being my own worse critic. You’re beautiful inside and out! ✌🏻🙏🏻💪🏻
I still have you and rob on my vision board. I remember when I used to watch your videos before the gym and when Rob came out with music. I was listening to him during the gym. Oh god! It was the first time i ever got shredded. Thank the both of yall! Super power forsure!
I don't have any kids, but I tell my wife that if we had a daughter that Dana Linn Bailey would be one of the women (outside my immediate family) I'd have as a role model for her. I'd point you out to her and say "See, you don't have to fit a mold or be like everybody else. You just need to accept yourself and you can be amazing and beautiful person just like her." Thank you for being such an amazing and inspirational human being Dana!
I'm not crying, you are! Sheesh , so powerful Dana. Thank you! Your beautiful and Rob is an amazing man for telling you that. Way to keep your morals and to not give in to look like everyone else. I am in the middle of my fitness journey now and being 35 I am struggling to find what works for me. But this motivates me to keep going and keep pushing for the results I want. Keep it up Dana we love you!
I love you a lot love! I’ve actually been following you since 2014 and you’ve improved so much and grown a lot. Like because of you, I’m about to get back into the gym myself. You’re gorgeous and beautiful in EVERY SINGLE WAY!!❤️❤️
Dana, I am grateful beyond words for you being one of the strong females paving the way for us others. You have always been my source of motivation and inspiration and without a question does this video resonate so much with me and my own journey. I couldn’t keep my tears from falling and I want you to know that you are exactly what Rob says you are: POWERFUL! You are absolutely amazing. ❤
You have been my inspiration and motivation since 2016 when I started lifting weights. I am not where I want to be physically yet but I keep trying and going through my fitness journey! When I get to where I want to be…it is for me…to finally feel confident in my own skin! Thank you for this vlog and for being vulnerable! I think you are beautiful and strong and I want to feel beautiful and strong too! Thank you for being an inspiration to all of us!
Dear DLB, First off your husband's music rocks! I just wanna say your fitness journey has inspired me. I appreciate all the hard work you put and maintaining your confidence regardless of your insecurities. As a man I've had body issues was made fun of for being chuncky. Today I'm still big but am actively going to the gym and achieved my goal of benching 315. Seeing you working hard in the weight lifting industry really inspires me to work hard and to have self confidence about how I look. 🙌💪
I absolutely love that DLB didn’t just fall in step to get implants, or change who she is just to make others happy. I do wish that she never had such hard feelings about herself because I think she is one of the most beautiful, genuine, and interesting people in the fitness world. So glad that you and Rob have each other. 😊 Keep being you, DLB.
This! This is why I love you Dana. You are not afraid to show your vulnerable side, you are always your authentic self, you inspire me, and your DLB Daily program has challenged my 56 year old body for the better. I cannot thank you enough for that ❤.
I had some success in the gym years ago. Won a couple small contests and never happier than when I’m there. I let myself give it away for others and I’ve never found a way to prioritize myself since and I am sad every day because of it. When I first saw you I was amazed and in awe. I started following you because of your obvious skill and dedication and I couldn’t imagine a better physique to serve as my inspiration. But I soon realized you’re nature and personality was equally beautiful. This story is touching and I’m grateful you share yourself with others. You’ll probably never really know how positive an impact you make, but I still hope you do. Thank you.
Listening to you, with tears because it was like you were telling my story in a way. Filling uncomfortable in my own body. I start lifting weights and getting stronger and then I saw your videos and I was so so amazingly impressed with you. You make me feel comfortable again, and in a way your videos encourage me to continue working hard, and regain little by little my self confidence and for that I thank you 🙏🏻 you are an amazing person. Lots of hugs and blessings to you!! Life was hard for me at one time and listening to you and watching your videos help me a lot in my journey. Thank you Dana!
The fact that you can remain so positive in the face of the negativity others try to impress on you is a testament to your strength. You still put yourself out there even if it isn't always comfortable, and you never gave up and chose "Easy". There is a whole community that is so proud of you and sees what Rob sees, and the people who don't see it never will because they don't get it. We're glad you never gave up.
Can so relate to this. Did my first BB Show in 1999 my family thought I was crazy and wondered why I wanted to look like a man 😢. I was an awkward kid 5’10” at 150 lbs at age 14. Poured myself into the gym at age 23 (1988) been lifting ever since! Keep crushing it!
I've been a fan of yours since 2019. You've inspired me to be more than what I am. It goes beyond training. From a far you have a gift that helps others to want to better themselves. For that I thank you!
I love everything about you and your journey. I look up to you and Rob. My husband is my cheerleader, too. Life is always better when you have someone special in your corner!
When I'm in the gym lifting and I'm really trying to grind out a rep, often I think of you and how hard you would push to get what you want and it keeps me from giving up. You are such an inspiration, thank you for sharing your vulnerable side. 💜
Didn’t expect to have tears watching this, yet here I am wiping tears away😢, drinking my pre workout. You have been the ONLY constant person I’ve followed over the years. You’re the reason I got into lifting heavy. You were the physical form of how I felt inside 😆 I JUST bought a FNF shirt, finally, after 10 years of following your life, the first and ONLY merch I have purchased! That superpower advice will stick with me forever. Thanks for sharing your life on the internet, it’s changed mine for better. 👊🏽💪🏾
I've been following you forever and you were always my goal body. Learning to love yourself is tough, but you helped me get there! ❤ You are such an amazing person and I hope more people see this!
❤❤❤ Love how you stayed true to yourself and pushed all the negativity you faced aside. You are a true role model for everyone who is "unhappy in their own skin" or "not liking themselves" (I am one of those)
So inspirational & relatable I could almost cry. I’ve been following you since I was 17 years old & I’m about to be 27 now. You inspired me to never give up, to be consistent & just feel like a bad assss. You were the reason I started lifting weights at 18! I hope you know how many people you have impacted and continue to do so in a powerful way! You’re phenomenal and important. I love you DANA! ❤️ Thank you for existing 🙏🏼
Dana, I think you are absolutely AMAZING and I have been following you for several years now! YOU inspire me a 66 yr young strong grandmother.....lol! That is one thing in life that we have to learn, is to NEVER give our power to someone else! Learning to LOVE ourselves for who we are, how we look is one tough lesson. Thank You Rob for being Dana's ROCK! You two have something very very Special in your relationship. You can see how much you two value, respect and love each other....Both of you are Amazing!
I just love Dana and Rob Bailey y'all are such an incredible inspiration to me...been watching ya for years and I just love how you take life by the Balls!!🎉🎉🎉
I would 100% say you were a part of the movement that inspired women to be stronger and be confident with it! I started training to stay in shape for the Marines and I became muscular but I was afraid of being "too much" and limited myself as I was insecure. Then one day I was scrolling IG and I saw a video of Dana for the 2014 Olympia prep and it was chest day. I saw someone who was confident in being strong! Your physique is amazing and I thought if you can do it, I could too! That changed my whole perspective! Not just in Bodybuilding but with a lot of things in life. And I know I'm not the only woman with a similar story.
Whew. DLB and Rob are my absolute favorites. Had the chance to meet you both after the Arnold in the gym. Down to Earth great people. The openness and transparency in this video just speaks volumes. Had to pause it myself a few times because I kept getting something in my eye. You are both huge inspirations to your following. Thank you. Never change. PS- Bring back the Work, Hustle, Kill
I have followed you for a long time & never posted... but damn, this hit me in the feels! I, like a lot of women I'm sure, find this so relatable. I spent years loathing myself and it wasn't until I picked up a set of dumbbells that I felt strong & empowered... not quite comfortable in my own skin yet, but definitely getting there and watching your videos has played a huge role in that. You are such an inspiration and your physical/mental/emotional strength, perseverance and UDTC are admirable. Never doubt that you are a beautiful badass!! From the bottom of my heart, thank you!!! ❤️
I respect you 100% for not changing for anyone and just being you. You are truly an inspiration and I wish there were more people in the world like you. 😘
Thank you for going there. This world has so many false masks. Internal positivity gets missed because so many are focused on the exterior. Many of us stand there right with you.
You are the first fitness person and possibly the only one, I have seen that does not look fake. Your physique is beautiful and no one should tell you otherwise. I would have loved to have the courage that you did when I was younger. I turn 60 this year, and have only restarted my fitness journey in the past five years. (trying to keep myself alive during retirement LOL) . Rob, you are a fantastic partner to give your wife such incredible support. I commend you both.
My wife and I have drawn inspiration from you and Rob for over a decade, embracing the athletic physique, uniqueness, and health/fitness lifestyle. Thank you
She is my absolute fave! When I first started thinking about bodybuilding and competing, she was one of the first people to pop up in my research and she continues to be my motivation. Her realness exudes throughout all of her content and that is honestly what makes me look up to her aside from her aesthetics. This video made me cry because it was like hearing myself talk. The self hate I had (and sometimes still do) for my body is so relatable but I'm working hard on not being so self critical.
You absolutely have a power! A positive, resilient, force of nature. I remember finding you when I got into weight lifting and I couldn’t believe how powerful you were and I used to watch your videos before going into the gym and trying to recreate exercises, this was before I knew about DLB of course. Then when you opened up about your health issues I was blown away again as I too struggle with an autoimmune disease. Thank you for being genuinely you, always ❤
You have inspired me for many years, and I am nowhere near defined, or in your class, but I have felt empowered through your content, your words and how humble you are. Thank you Dana..💗🤗
Dana your truly a beautiful strong women. Seeing and listening to you be vulnerable. Your an inspiration to all. You have amazing heart ❤ if not you I wouldn't have gotten myself to where I feel comfortable now to lift weights and not care what others think of my body. I LOVE it! 💪🏽 I look forward each vlog / vid u make. It brings me joy. Keep being you! ❤ p.s ROB is a Great and wonderful husband. You both compliment each other in so many ways!!! 🥲🙏🏽
Thank you for your humility and honesty! You made me cry watching this today, why can’t we accept women period. Your beautiful inside and out! Don’t let anyone tell you any differently! Thank you
You cried, I cried, we all were crying. The industry is ruff and most people don't see the behind the scenes, the emotional toll asside from the physical toll. Watching this and see your honest was beautiful. The first time I came across you, DLB!!! I feel in love with your personality, then I was like damn look at those arm. I was like "yeah, this is a person I can support." You make the difference for so many women and girls to be okay with wanting to take our bodies to the next level. However that my look. So thank you keep being you.
Most of my life, i have seen the words can't and never thrown at me; by family and people i thought were my friends. This has handicapped me in the worst way, to where i was terrified to pursue anything. In some cases, i still am. You are, my hero Dana. Your positivity, honesty, and your humanity has helped me more than i can put into words. You helped me to love myself. Thank you ❤
Thank you Dana for all the training advice and encouragement over the years! It's hard to hear how much self doubt you had to overcome! But you did it girl you won! RESPECT!🎉
Every single person in society should watch this, you teach how to Empower yourself to believe in yourself. Great inspiration and a Great role model. 👊🏼
You are such an incredible inspiration to so many. You give such real and vulnerable videos that is so needed in this community. You are your most authentic self and I strive to be more like that 🙏
Hi I’m 63 years young and I have been following your workout videos for over a year ago. I was over weight and diagnosed for a early diabetic. Now my body and life has made a huge transformation. My doctor has now taken me off all my medication my is under control so I just wanted to say thanks and I love you…
Thank you for sharing this, Dana. I am almost 59yrs old and have spent far too many years not liking myself and trying to please others. I’m finally learning to love myself. You are such an inspiration to me and so many others. And I love DLB daily!
Love your tenacity, and your drive. Don’t ever let stupid people discourage you. I saw you once at the Castle in Fort Worth, Texas, and I think you are awesome! Just wanted to encourage you! Keep up the good work, and content. You look great!
Thank you for sharing that vulnerability 🙏🏻 as a man I had the same experience for many years until the last 6 months….I finally woke up and people like you inspire us all to change and accept ourselves! Thankyou for everything you’ve done I’ve followed you since about 2014
Seeing you sparked a shift in my perspective of myself. I was always trying to be skinny and small, uncomfortable with my chest (or lack thereof). Here you are powerful, kind, and I saw you as confident in yourself despite what most deem attractive, and that’s not only attractive but admirable.
Dana. Im a 110 kg guy living in Slovenia and i love you. I have the same problem as you but you keep me going. You are great. You are inspiration. Bad tongues are not happy with themselfs, not you. Be who you are. I love it. We love it. ❤❤❤
this had me in tears! you are so awesome, keep on being you. people are so fucked up. thank god you have such an awesome, supportive husband! thank you for sharing such an inspirational story!!
If it wasn't for a bodybuilder i follow, i would never of found your channel! So glad i did! 😊 your vulnerability shines through. I can identify with loving fitness. I just want to be fit and healthy. You rock! Thankyou.😊
Superpower…you definitely have some superpowers, Dana. You’re one of the influencers who converted my little boy with epilepsy and a learning disability into the college grad that he’s about to become and a total gym rat for many years now. A lot of his confidence and determination came from watching and learning from you and others like you. Thanks for your example and opening your life and influence up on social media.
I’ve followed you for a while and I know your story already, but I’m in prep for my first show and I needed this video today more than you know! You have changed the lives of so many people ❤ you’re a treasure 😊 Thank you for letting me know I can stay true to myself and it’ll all be ok! Love you DLB! 😘
I cried watching you cry... 😢 I could really connect with the pain I've always felt ever since I developed an ED when I was 14-15,a bullied child with no friends... I wasted many years hating my body - I still do at 40 years old, but I'm working on getting back in the shape I was in 2014, wich is around the time I discovered you and really made a change in my training. But life happens in the years to follow, not gonna make this too long by writing about it. I've always liked your personality, the sense of humor, your muscles, seing how strong you are is truly inspiring ❤ Thank you for sharing this vulnerable video ❤️
You were the first body builder that caught my attention when I started my fitness journey. I have been a huge fan of you and your character from the moment I discovered you. I’m very grateful you’re putting this video out there, you have no idea how valuable your words are to the younger generation. Thank you
Me too, in fact she’s the only one I follow. Love how she wears her hair and makeup while maintaining a strong muscular and compact physique.
Yessss!!! I agree. I'm very picky about the influencers i follow, and i love DLB!!! Dana, if you read this, know that all the hardships you've overcome have given you the power to touch countless lives and we treasure you!!!! Thank you for doing what you do, and for being you :)
I appreciate that! Thank you
10000% same! I have her pics in my kitchen an watched vids over an over before going to the gym! ❤
@@jacinda0406ify .. I have his eyes tattooed on me.. I always have to remind myself what's important
Rob Bailey is a good man , he gave the best piece of advice anyone could give, we all need to take a page out of his book and utilize it against the hate and negativity that’s thrusted upon us, I sure will , and also I forgot to mention to you Dana , you looked amazing and incredible the minute you hit the scene , there was no failure in you ,we all seen it in your eyes, I bet Rob seen it the second he laid his eyes on you, the individuals that criticized you , they are the ones that feared you, way to stick it back up there asses
The first time I saw you was in an ad for mhp in muscle and fitness and I cut it your photo and put it on my vision board and I began training in 2012. I did my first competition in 2013(I placed near the bottom of the pack) I've been up and down with my weight, but I always watch you and Rob and I'm currently back in training still going for it. I have a long way to go until I'm where I want to be , but I can always get motivated and find wisdom through your videos. Rob is the sugar,Honey, iced, tea with advice. Keep up the hard work you're making a difference
You’re loved by all of us Dana!!! Keep kicking ass, you’re amazing! Please never forget that.
What Robsgym said!
Thanks Dana for sharing this with us and thanks for showing us how you train stuff in the gym. Cause of your videos I don't hurt myself anymore since I now have a realistic workload in the gym. It's something little but Dana it helps, not being injured all the time means I can train more. I'm down OVER 400 POUNDS from 650+ to a crossfit and powerlifting monster that can do 250meter sprints in between sets now weighing 235-240lbs.
You and Rob are my biggest inspiration.
I have mental illnesses and know how the suck can fuck us from time to time but we stick to our roots and keep pushing.
Suck it up, your loved.
My daughter is 9 now and still looks forward to your videos! She says she's excited to be strong like you too❤your such an inspiration❤
So your daughter want to be a muscle monster ? idk if this should be an inspiration......one day when you see your daughter's head attached to a man's body you not gonna be happy.
You must be on PEDs too.
I'd be lying If I didn't cry with her on this.. this is dope. I love the authenticity and how raw she is through it all. Forever my woman crush !!
Dana, I had the privilege of taking 3rd in one of your shred contests. Talking to you on the phone, the day you let me know I was a winner, I felt how genuinely good of a person you were. Your accomplishments have been phenomenal but the person you are is your greatest success.
Heck yeah you did!!! You’re incredible man!!
Congrats on that! Even if you came in last, you'd still be a winner, you got out there when others would be on the couch.
What a lady ❤️ Dana, I'm a 31 year old mom. I watch your channel to learn about how I should work in the gym but am reminded of how I should be as a woman. You're such a great example to us all. Thank you for being you!
You sound like 90% of the girls in middle school. You were not alone. Life is so much better after grade school, high school! Love your story.
I'm not going to lie this video hit me hard I bawled my eyes out. This is me before and even now.
Dana is so genuine here…so beautiful that she finds strength in her spouse and they support each other…that’s all you need.
Dana you are an inspiration to me. I am 68 years old and have only started training with weights in the past two years. We are vegan and I have never been stronger in my life. Just working on shaping my body - that I don't like much of :) - so I know how you feel. Stay determined and ignore all the negative critics. Do it for you, do it for your wonderful, supportive man and the rest of the world can go hang. You have masses of support so just ignore the rest. Any negative thoughts... toss them out and send them flying. All strength to you guys. ❤
WELL DONE DLB! You always came off as a kind person. I’ll be showing my athletic middle school daughter this.
I’m subscribed to numerous fitness influencers and I have not received such prolonged and consistent bodybuilding information and motivation from anyone else more than Dana. I’ve been subscribed since 2012. Thanks for staying strong against the haters Dana. You’re appreciated more than you will ever know!!!
We love you Dana! Thanks for sharing the vulnerability and for showing us how certain relationships matter! Having a supportive relationship means the world!
Things has a way to come around at the end. You are great, Dana. A true inspiration for so many of us here.
Amen!!
I'll never forget the moment I discovered Dana and Rob. First video I saw was them getting a tattoo on the inside of their lip and I was hooked ever since. I've learned so much from these two that it seriously makes me wonder how much different and possibly worse my life would have been. Rob and Dana have gifted me so much inspiration and knowledge and hunger and growth that I will forever be thankful.
😢, I don’t like having to see Dana cry,
but I’m glad she’s overcome so much. 💪🏽
Fit and Strong mentally and emotionally
We all know you’re a great person because of what you’ve gone through 🤙🏽🤙🏽
Keep smiling 😁
I love Rob and Dana's relationship. He loves her so much. The support and love he gives her is beyond beautiful and makes you cry happy tears. I'm so happy for you both.
I don’t follow bodybuilders, but I follow you because your energy your personality your sheer determination and sense of fun shine through. You’re an inspiration. Stay true to you ❤
I am 56 and you have helped me to get back into the gym!!! You are amazing and perfect!!!
Hey, I'm from Brazil and I barely understand your language, but You are the reason I strive to be better every day, your dedication inspire me to push my limits... I have been watching your videos for 10 years
Thank you for your honesty. I hated my body for so many years but after finding you and starting to lift I am finally in a place where, actually, my body is freaking awesome. You are a total inspiration to me. Thank you 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
Couldn’t stop the tear ducts from activating. Dana, you came a long way emotionally and mentally. This is truly your super power. I visited you gym back in the day at Warhouse gym and you’ve inspired me so much. Watching your determination and fighting will in your fitness journey has been a blessing tremendously. You and Rob are incredible people and I’m happy I had that opportunity to meet you both. Even got a picture with you, Rob and Mike Rashid. Your truly an amazing person. Every single thing you did in your life made you the success person you are today. Love love loved this video so much because it establishes the relationship power and love you and Rob have for each other and how he helped you in such a way that gave you power to sit in your truth and say “this is who I am and I’m never gonna change”. You’re truly undefeated. Stay strong because you are blessed and loved.
The part where you said, "My rock," broke me. Thank you so much for posting this honest video.
I discovered you on Brute Showdown a couple of years ago, and I remember loving your personality, your strenght, your look, your energy and humor. I've been following your channel ever since! You're an inspiration, Dana. Your beauty and sensitivity always comes through in every thing you do and put out. Keep doing you and keep shinning.
Dana....love your vulnerability in this video, you are an inspiration to many women and girls who can relate to this and be inspired by your perseverance and dedication. Keep doing you 😊
You are a badass! I’m 51 and still haven’t learned to love myself…shoot…to even like myself! Thank you for your vulnerability in this video. I know I’m not alone and can accomplish anything. I have worked out for years but never pushed myself to accomplish my goals. I’ve told myself it wouldn’t happen and that I wasn’t good enough. You have inspired me to get serious and to stop being my own worse critic. You’re beautiful inside and out! ✌🏻🙏🏻💪🏻
I still have you and rob on my vision board. I remember when I used to watch your videos before the gym and when Rob came out with music. I was listening to him during the gym. Oh god! It was the first time i ever got shredded. Thank the both of yall! Super power forsure!
I don't have any kids, but I tell my wife that if we had a daughter that Dana Linn Bailey would be one of the women (outside my immediate family) I'd have as a role model for her. I'd point you out to her and say "See, you don't have to fit a mold or be like everybody else. You just need to accept yourself and you can be amazing and beautiful person just like her." Thank you for being such an amazing and inspirational human being Dana!
Your an inspiration. Thank you for letting us see this side of you and for being vulnerable. 🙏🏼🙌❤️🥹
I'm not crying, you are! Sheesh , so powerful Dana. Thank you! Your beautiful and Rob is an amazing man for telling you that. Way to keep your morals and to not give in to look like everyone else. I am in the middle of my fitness journey now and being 35 I am struggling to find what works for me. But this motivates me to keep going and keep pushing for the results I want. Keep it up Dana we love you!
Dana you are awesome! My husband and I have followed you and Rob since the beginning. Thank you for always being you!
We love you Dana 👊🏻 You and Rob are the reason I started taking lifting seriously. WHK ❤
Such inspiration. Not only for fitness, but life in general.
I love you a lot love! I’ve actually been following you since 2014 and you’ve improved so much and grown a lot. Like because of you, I’m about to get back into the gym myself.
You’re gorgeous and beautiful in EVERY SINGLE WAY!!❤️❤️
I think you are a pure person,good wife and good friend.You made my days❤
Thank you for being real and sharing your story! You're a strength and inspiration to all women! 💙 Thank you!!!
Love you since 2013,never stopped looking up to you and Rob.
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
Thank you Dana from the bottom of my heart for being vulnerable and sharing this.
Dana, I am grateful beyond words for you being one of the strong females paving the way for us others. You have always been my source of motivation and inspiration and without a question does this video resonate so much with me and my own journey. I couldn’t keep my tears from falling and I want you to know that you are exactly what Rob says you are: POWERFUL!
You are absolutely amazing. ❤
You have been my inspiration and motivation since 2016 when I started lifting weights. I am not where I want to be physically yet but I keep trying and going through my fitness journey! When I get to where I want to be…it is for me…to finally feel confident in my own skin! Thank you for this vlog and for being vulnerable! I think you are beautiful and strong and I want to feel beautiful and strong too! Thank you for being an inspiration to all of us!
Dear DLB, First off your husband's music rocks! I just wanna say your fitness journey has inspired me. I appreciate all the hard work you put and maintaining your confidence regardless of your insecurities. As a man I've had body issues was made fun of for being chuncky. Today I'm still big but am actively going to the gym and achieved my goal of benching 315. Seeing you working hard in the weight lifting industry really inspires me to work hard and to have self confidence about how I look. 🙌💪
I absolutely love that DLB didn’t just fall in step to get implants, or change who she is just to make others happy. I do wish that she never had such hard feelings about herself because I think she is one of the most beautiful, genuine, and interesting people in the fitness world. So glad that you and Rob have each other. 😊 Keep being you, DLB.
This! This is why I love you Dana. You are not afraid to show your vulnerable side, you are always your authentic self, you inspire me, and your DLB Daily program has challenged my 56 year old body for the better. I cannot thank you enough for that ❤.
I had some success in the gym years ago. Won a couple small contests and never happier than when I’m there. I let myself give it away for others and I’ve never found a way to prioritize myself since and I am sad every day because of it. When I first saw you I was amazed and in awe. I started following you because of your obvious skill and dedication and I couldn’t imagine a better physique to serve as my inspiration. But I soon realized you’re nature and personality was equally beautiful. This story is touching and I’m grateful you share yourself with others. You’ll probably never really know how positive an impact you make, but I still hope you do. Thank you.
Listening to you, with tears because it was like you were telling my story in a way. Filling uncomfortable in my own body. I start lifting weights and getting stronger and then I saw your videos and I was so so amazingly impressed with you. You make me feel comfortable again, and in a way your videos encourage me to continue working hard, and regain little by little my self confidence and for that I thank you 🙏🏻 you are an amazing person. Lots of hugs and blessings to you!! Life was hard for me at one time and listening to you and watching your videos help me a lot in my journey. Thank you Dana!
The fact that you can remain so positive in the face of the negativity others try to impress on you is a testament to your strength. You still put yourself out there even if it isn't always comfortable, and you never gave up and chose "Easy". There is a whole community that is so proud of you and sees what Rob sees, and the people who don't see it never will because they don't get it. We're glad you never gave up.
JESSICA YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL ADORABLE SEDUCTIVE RAVISHING SENSUAL SEXY CAPTIVATING AND PASSIONATE
Keep Fighting Dana, True Inspiration!
Can so relate to this. Did my first BB Show in 1999 my family thought I was crazy and wondered why I wanted to look like a man 😢. I was an awkward kid 5’10” at 150 lbs at age 14. Poured myself into the gym at age 23 (1988) been lifting ever since! Keep crushing it!
Thanks for sharing. We all have struggles within ourselves. Thanks for being real.
I've been a fan of yours since 2019. You've inspired me to be more than what I am. It goes beyond training. From a far you have a gift that helps others to want to better themselves. For that I thank you!
I love everything about you and your journey. I look up to you and Rob. My husband is my cheerleader, too. Life is always better when you have someone special in your corner!
When I'm in the gym lifting and I'm really trying to grind out a rep, often I think of you and how hard you would push to get what you want and it keeps me from giving up. You are such an inspiration, thank you for sharing your vulnerable side. 💜
Didn’t expect to have tears watching this, yet here I am wiping tears away😢, drinking my pre workout. You have been the ONLY constant person I’ve followed over the years. You’re the reason I got into lifting heavy. You were the physical form of how I felt inside 😆 I JUST bought a FNF shirt, finally, after 10 years of following your life, the first and ONLY merch I have purchased! That superpower advice will stick with me forever. Thanks for sharing your life on the internet, it’s changed mine for better. 👊🏽💪🏾
I've been following you forever and you were always my goal body. Learning to love yourself is tough, but you helped me get there! ❤ You are such an amazing person and I hope more people see this!
❤❤❤ Love how you stayed true to yourself and pushed all the negativity you faced aside. You are a true role model for everyone who is "unhappy in their own skin" or "not liking themselves" (I am one of those)
So inspirational & relatable I could almost cry. I’ve been following you since I was 17 years old & I’m about to be 27 now. You inspired me to never give up, to be consistent & just feel like a bad assss. You were the reason I started lifting weights at 18! I hope you know how many people you have impacted and continue to do so in a powerful way! You’re phenomenal and important. I love you DANA! ❤️ Thank you for existing 🙏🏼
Dana, I think you are absolutely AMAZING and I have been following you for several years now! YOU inspire me a 66 yr young strong grandmother.....lol! That is one thing in life that we have to learn, is to NEVER give our power to someone else! Learning to LOVE ourselves for who we are, how we look is one tough lesson. Thank You Rob for being Dana's ROCK! You two have something very very Special in your relationship. You can see how much you two value, respect and love each other....Both of you are Amazing!
I just love Dana and Rob Bailey y'all are such an incredible inspiration to me...been watching ya for years and I just love how you take life by the Balls!!🎉🎉🎉
You are awesome, Rob is awesome. That is way you guys have million of fans all over the world. We love you guys.
I would 100% say you were a part of the movement that inspired women to be stronger and be confident with it! I started training to stay in shape for the Marines and I became muscular but I was afraid of being "too much" and limited myself as I was insecure. Then one day I was scrolling IG and I saw a video of Dana for the 2014 Olympia prep and it was chest day. I saw someone who was confident in being strong! Your physique is amazing and I thought if you can do it, I could too! That changed my whole perspective! Not just in Bodybuilding but with a lot of things in life. And I know I'm not the only woman with a similar story.
Whew. DLB and Rob are my absolute favorites. Had the chance to meet you both after the Arnold in the gym. Down to Earth great people. The openness and transparency in this video just speaks volumes. Had to pause it myself a few times because I kept getting something in my eye. You are both huge inspirations to your following. Thank you. Never change. PS- Bring back the Work, Hustle, Kill
I have followed you for a long time & never posted... but damn, this hit me in the feels! I, like a lot of women I'm sure, find this so relatable. I spent years loathing myself and it wasn't until I picked up a set of dumbbells that I felt strong & empowered... not quite comfortable in my own skin yet, but definitely getting there and watching your videos has played a huge role in that. You are such an inspiration and your physical/mental/emotional strength, perseverance and UDTC are admirable. Never doubt that you are a beautiful badass!! From the bottom of my heart, thank you!!! ❤️
I respect you 100% for not changing for anyone and just being you. You are truly an inspiration and I wish there were more people in the world like you. 😘
Thank you for going there. This world has so many false masks. Internal positivity gets missed because so many are focused on the exterior. Many of us stand there right with you.
Raw Dana, love it. ❤️ we have to acknowledge our difficulties to grow in our accomplishments.
Started watching this while at work and I had to stop because I started tearing up!! You are soooooo awesome and inspiring ❤❤❤❤
You are the first fitness person and possibly the only one, I have seen that does not look fake. Your physique is beautiful and no one should tell you otherwise. I would have loved to have the courage that you did when I was younger. I turn 60 this year, and have only restarted my fitness journey in the past five years. (trying to keep myself alive during retirement LOL) . Rob, you are a fantastic partner to give your wife such incredible support. I commend you both.
My wife and I have drawn inspiration from you and Rob for over a decade, embracing the athletic physique, uniqueness, and health/fitness lifestyle. Thank you
She is my absolute fave! When I first started thinking about bodybuilding and competing, she was one of the first people to pop up in my research and she continues to be my motivation. Her realness exudes throughout all of her content and that is honestly what makes me look up to her aside from her aesthetics. This video made me cry because it was like hearing myself talk. The self hate I had (and sometimes still do) for my body is so relatable but I'm working hard on not being so self critical.
You absolutely have a power! A positive, resilient, force of nature. I remember finding you when I got into weight lifting and I couldn’t believe how powerful you were and I used to watch your videos before going into the gym and trying to recreate exercises, this was before I knew about DLB of course. Then when you opened up about your health issues I was blown away again as I too struggle with an autoimmune disease. Thank you for being genuinely you, always ❤
You have inspired me for many years, and I am nowhere near defined, or in your class, but I have felt empowered through your content, your words and how humble you are. Thank you Dana..💗🤗
Dana your truly a beautiful strong women. Seeing and listening to you be vulnerable. Your an inspiration to all. You have amazing heart ❤ if not you I wouldn't have gotten myself to where I feel comfortable now to lift weights and not care what others think of my body. I LOVE it! 💪🏽 I look forward each vlog / vid u make. It brings me joy. Keep being you! ❤ p.s ROB is a Great and wonderful husband. You both compliment each other in so many ways!!! 🥲🙏🏽
Thank you for your humility and honesty! You made me cry watching this today, why can’t we accept women period. Your beautiful inside and out! Don’t let anyone tell you any differently! Thank you
You cried, I cried, we all were crying. The industry is ruff and most people don't see the behind the scenes, the emotional toll asside from the physical toll. Watching this and see your honest was beautiful. The first time I came across you, DLB!!! I feel in love with your personality, then I was like damn look at those arm. I was like "yeah, this is a person I can support." You make the difference for so many women and girls to be okay with wanting to take our bodies to the next level. However that my look. So thank you keep being you.
Most of my life, i have seen the words can't and never thrown at me; by family and people i thought were my friends. This has handicapped me in the worst way, to where i was terrified to pursue anything. In some cases, i still am. You are, my hero Dana. Your positivity, honesty, and your humanity has helped me more than i can put into words. You helped me to love myself. Thank you ❤
thank you for being exactly who you are Dana, you’re a true powerhouse and an inspiration to so many of us. I look up to you, and admire you so much❤️
We love you Dana for being vulnerable with us. We believe in you and love you! You are beautiful! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you Dana for all the training advice and encouragement over the years! It's hard to hear how much self doubt you had to overcome! But you did it girl you won! RESPECT!🎉
Every single person in society should watch this, you teach how to Empower yourself to believe in yourself. Great inspiration and a Great role model. 👊🏼
You are such an incredible inspiration to so many. You give such real and vulnerable videos that is so needed in this community. You are your most authentic self and I strive to be more like that 🙏
Hi I’m 63 years young and I have been following your workout videos for over a year ago. I was over weight and diagnosed for a early diabetic. Now my body and life has made a huge transformation. My doctor has now taken me off all my medication my is under control so I just wanted to say thanks and I love you…
Thank you for sharing this, Dana. I am almost 59yrs old and have spent far too many years not liking myself and trying to please others. I’m finally learning to love myself. You are such an inspiration to me and so many others. And I love DLB daily!
old woman delusion
Love your tenacity, and your drive. Don’t ever let stupid people discourage you.
I saw you once at the Castle in Fort Worth, Texas, and I think you are awesome!
Just wanted to encourage you! Keep up the good work, and content. You look great!
Thank you for sharing that vulnerability 🙏🏻 as a man I had the same experience for many years until the last 6 months….I finally woke up and people like you inspire us all to change and accept ourselves! Thankyou for everything you’ve done I’ve followed you since about 2014
Seeing you sparked a shift in my perspective of myself. I was always trying to be skinny and small, uncomfortable with my chest (or lack thereof). Here you are powerful, kind, and I saw you as confident in yourself despite what most deem attractive, and that’s not only attractive but admirable.
Dana. Im a 110 kg guy living in Slovenia and i love you. I have the same problem as you but you keep me going. You are great. You are inspiration. Bad tongues are not happy with themselfs, not you. Be who you are. I love it. We love it. ❤❤❤
TRANSPARENCY!!!💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼❤️... Thank you! 💯
Personally, you are my inspiration. I'm not anywhere close to where I want to be but when I need that lift of inspiration, I always go to your videos.
Your testimony is my break through. Thank you, I'm proud that you kept going. 💌
this had me in tears! you are so awesome, keep on being you. people are so fucked up. thank god you have such an awesome, supportive husband! thank you for sharing such an inspirational story!!
If it wasn't for a bodybuilder i follow, i would never of found your channel! So glad i did! 😊 your vulnerability shines through. I can identify with loving fitness. I just want to be fit and healthy. You rock! Thankyou.😊
Superpower…you definitely have some superpowers, Dana. You’re one of the influencers who converted my little boy with epilepsy and a learning disability into the college grad that he’s about to become and a total gym rat for many years now. A lot of his confidence and determination came from watching and learning from you and others like you. Thanks for your example and opening your life and influence up on social media.
Speaking volumes, Dana. God bless you, and thank you for being you. You are inspirational on so many levels. ❤
Thanks for letting us in. It helps to see that even the elite have struggles. And yes, you ARE the elite.
That’s why I like you Dana!!! Your determination and the desire to get better inspires me. Thank you Dana!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’ve followed you for a while and I know your story already, but I’m in prep for my first show and I needed this video today more than you know! You have changed the lives of so many people ❤ you’re a treasure 😊 Thank you for letting me know I can stay true to myself and it’ll all be ok! Love you DLB! 😘
You are a champion and no one can take that away.
I cried watching you cry... 😢
I could really connect with the pain I've always felt ever since I developed an ED when I was 14-15,a bullied child with no friends... I wasted many years hating my body - I still do at 40 years old, but I'm working on getting back in the shape I was in 2014, wich is around the time I discovered you and really made a change in my training. But life happens in the years to follow, not gonna make this too long by writing about it. I've always liked your personality, the sense of humor, your muscles, seing how strong you are is truly inspiring ❤
Thank you for sharing this vulnerable video ❤️
I looked up to her for a very long time. Still do. Love you Dana.