Testimonials

I reached a point in my life where I had achieved tremendous success in business and fitness, yet I was overwhelmed with stress and unhappiness. All of my energy was being poured into growing my business and taking care of my team, and as a result, my family life and mental health were suffering.
Darren came into my life at exactly the right time- when I knew something needed to change. I started with a couple free sessions, and after just the first one, I walked away with a simple but powerful tool that helped me create space in my “bucket” for my family.
As the weeks went on, I began applying the tools we discussed. They helped me become more present, less stressed, and less anxious. What started as small adjustments has turned into meaningful change. It’s been a process of stacking small habits that lead to big shifts.
This journey is just the beginning, and I’m still learning every day. But I can confidently say that without Darren, I might have continued believing that the way I was living was just “how it is.”
Now, I’m excited about the future and committed to improving daily. Darren has also played a key role in shaping my mindset as I pursue my goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon. The tools we’ve developed together have helped me push through some of my toughest training runs.
Without his support, I truly believe I can achieve both a life of joy and any ambitious goal I set for myself.
-Anonymous

Working with Ashes to Ascent Coaching has been a game-changer for me, both as an athlete and as a person. As a competitive CrossFit athlete, I’ve always pushed my body to its limits, but I realized that my mindset was just as important as my physical training. The mental performance talks gave me practical tools to manage pressure, build resilience, and stay focused during high-stakes competition.
I’ve noticed a huge difference in how I approach training sessions, setbacks, and competition days—I’m more confident, intentional, and consistent. Ashes to Ascent helped me see challenges not as roadblocks, but as opportunities to grow stronger. That shift in perspective has taken my performance and overall outlook to a new level.
If you’re serious about reaching your potential—whether in sport, work, or life—I can’t recommend Ashes to Ascent Coaching enough. The tools I’ve gained will stay with me long beyond the competition floor.
-Tia
4-time CrossFit Games Athlete
