Rebuild From Within

Rebuild the
body you were built
to build.

Strength training, conditioning, and nutrition coaching engineered around your life — not the other way around. No gimmicks. No quick fixes. Just relentless, repeatable progress.

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5+
Years Coaching
100+
Clients Trained
7
NASM Certifications
1:1
Coaching Approach
About

Meet Joshua.

Joshua Danko — CNQR Fitness & Nutrition

I'm Joshua — personal trainer, prep coach, and the guy behind CNQR Fitness & Nutrition. Before I started coaching anyone else, I had to rebuild myself first. I lost over 200 pounds of my own, then went on to compete in both powerlifting and bodybuilding. That dual experience shaped my approach to powerbuilding — strength and physique work built into one program. So when I'm coaching you, this isn't theory. It's lived experience.

I've spent the years since coaching clients across every level — first-time lifters building a foundation, lifestyle clients reclaiming their health, and competitive physique athletes prepping for the stage. The common thread is that real transformation isn't built on punishment or willpower. It's built on systems that actually work for your life.

CNQR was built on a simple idea: rebuild from within. When the foundation is solid — mindset, habits, recovery, and how you move — everything else follows. I don't sell motivation. I build programs that adapt with you, whether you train next to me in person or check in remotely from anywhere.

If you're ready to commit to the work, I'm ready to coach you through it.

NASM Certifications

  • Certified Personal TrainerCPT
  • Physique & Bodybuilding CoachPBC
  • Nutrition CoachCNC
  • Corrective Exercise SpecialistCES
  • Behavior Change SpecialistBCS
  • Youth Exercise SpecialistYES
  • Virtual Coaching SpecialistVCS

Service Areas

In-person training at 40 South Meridian, Youngstown, OH. Serving Youngstown, Boardman, Canfield, Austintown, Poland, Struthers, and the surrounding Mahoning Valley. Online coaching available worldwide.

200+ LBS Lost Personally

Before I coached anyone else.

Services

Programs built
around you.

Whether you train next to me in the gym or check in remotely from anywhere in the world, every program is custom-built. Choose what fits your goals, your schedule, and your life.

01 / In-Person

One-on-One
Training

Private sessions in person. You get my full attention, hands-on coaching, and a program that evolves with you week to week.

  • Custom strength & conditioning programming
  • Form coaching and real-time feedback
  • Mobility & recovery integrated each session
  • Ongoing progress assessments
Per session $65 / 45 min
02 / Remote

Online
Coaching

For self-motivated clients who want a professional program and consistent accountability without being in the same room.

  • Fully custom training program
  • Weekly check-ins
  • Direct messaging access
  • Tiered options based on your needs
Monthly from $100/mo
03 / Hybrid

Hybrid
Training

The best of both. Train with me in person plus follow a structured program for your other sessions throughout the week.

  • In-person sessions plus programmed solo workouts
  • Ongoing nutrition & recovery support
  • Regular progress check-ins
  • Tiered options based on session frequency
Monthly from $150/mo
04 / Nutrition

Nutrition
Coaching

Standalone nutrition coaching for clients who already train but need help with the other 23 hours of the day.

  • Habit-based, not meal-plan based
  • Regular check-ins & adjustments
  • Body composition tracking
  • Travel & social-event strategy
Monthly from $75/mo
05 / Premium

Contest
Prep

Dedicated prep coaching for physique and bodybuilding athletes. Tiered options based on how dialed-in you need to be.

  • Periodized prep programming
  • Peak week & show-day strategy
  • Nutrition, cardio & check-in cadence
  • Posing & presentation support
Monthly from $200/mo
What You Get

Coaching includes.

Custom training programming

Built around your goals, schedule, and current ability.

Custom nutrition & macros

Habit-based and sustainable. Adjusted as you go.

Weekly check-ins

Stay accountable. Adjust the plan. Keep moving.

Direct messaging access

Reach out whenever. No middlemen.

Private CNQR groupchat

A community of clients training alongside you.

Progress tracking

Real data: strength, body comp, habits, consistency.

Specialty programming

Contest prep, powerbuilding, and strength work.

Lifestyle & recovery

Sleep, stress, recovery — the work outside the gym.

The Method

How we conquer.

01

Assess

We start with a full movement screen, goal-setting conversation, and lifestyle audit. No two clients start from the same place — your program shouldn't either. Everything is measured: strength, mobility, recovery capacity, and where you actually want to go.

02

Build

You get a periodized program built around your assessment and your life. It progresses weekly. We adjust based on real data — your strength gains, sleep, stress, and how recovery actually feels — not a generic 12-week template.

03

Conquer

Every four weeks we reassess and recalibrate. Progress isn't linear, and your coaching shouldn't pretend it is. This is where most programs fail — and where CNQR stays one step ahead of your plateau.

Training Programs

Build it yourself.

Not ready for full coaching? Start with a program. Each one is built from the same methodology I use with private clients — structured, percentage-based, and engineered to drive real results in eight weeks. PDF guides delivered instantly after purchase.

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8-Week Bench Build

Two days a week. Eight weeks. Percentage-based programming engineered to put real pounds on your bench. Whether you're chasing your first plate or breaking through a plateau, this is the system.

$19.99 Buy Now
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8-Week Squat Build

Two days a week. Eight weeks. Percentage-based programming designed to add real strength to your squat. For lifters tired of grinding the same weight and ready to break through it.

$19.99 Buy Now
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8-Week Deadlift Build

Two days a week. Eight weeks. Percentage-based deadlift programming built to put weight on the bar — without the burnout from pulling heavy three days a week. Smart volume, hard sessions, real progress.

$19.99 Buy Now
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8-Week Glute Build

Two days a week. Eight weeks. Glute-focused programming that maximizes activation, volume, and time under tension. Built for serious growth — not just burn.

$19.99 Buy Now
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Big Three Bundle

Bench. Squat. Deadlift. The three lifts that define real strength. All three 8-week programs together for $45 — $15 off buying them individually.

  • 8-Week Bench Build
  • 8-Week Squat Build
  • 8-Week Deadlift Build
$45 $59.97 Get the Bundle
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Ready to conquer?

Coaching is an investment, and I take it seriously. The application below helps me understand where you are and where you want to go. If I think we're a fit, I'll be in touch within 48 hours to schedule a free consultation call. No pressure, no sales tactics — just an honest conversation.

01

Submit your application

Tell me about your goals, experience, and what you're working toward.

02

Free 20-min consultation

If we're a fit, I'll reach out within 48 hours to schedule a call.

03

Start training

Once we've aligned on the right program, we begin.

Application Received

Thanks for applying. I'll review your responses personally and reach out within 48 hours to schedule a consultation call.

Your information stays between us. No spam, no shared lists, no surprise emails. I'll respond within 48 hours.

FAQ

Common questions.

Do I need to be in shape to start? +
No. The best time to start is now, wherever you are. Many of my most successful clients started with zero training background. Everything is built around your current ability and progressed from there.
How is online coaching different from in-person? +
Online clients get a fully custom program, weekly check-ins, ongoing messaging access, and the same level of programming and nutrition support as in-person clients. The main difference is autonomy — you'll be running your own sessions.
What if I have an injury or medical condition? +
I work with a lot of clients managing past injuries or chronic conditions. As long as you're medically cleared to exercise, we can build a program that respects your body. For complex cases, I sometimes coordinate with your PT or physician.
How long is a typical commitment? +
Most programs start with a 12-week minimum because that's the timeframe where real change becomes visible and habits become permanent. After that, most clients continue month-to-month. Long-term coaching is where the deepest results live.
Do you offer free consultations? +
Yes — every accepted application gets a complimentary 20-minute consultation call before we start. It's how I make sure we're a good fit, and how you get to ask anything you want before committing.
What if I don't live in Youngstown? +
No problem — I have clients all over the country. Online coaching delivers the same custom programming, weekly check-ins, and direct messaging access you'd get in person. We adapt the program to your training environment and schedule. Many of my online clients have never set foot in Youngstown.
How does payment work? +
In-person sessions are paid per session or in packages. Online, hybrid, and prep coaching run month-to-month after the initial 12-week commitment. I accept all major credit cards, Venmo, and Zelle. We'll go over the specific payment structure on our consultation call so it's clear before you start.
How is contest prep different from regular coaching? +
Contest prep is more intensive across the board — higher check-in frequency, more detailed nutrition tracking, peak week strategy, posing guidance, and a structured post-show plan. The pricing reflects that increased involvement. It's not for everyone, but for physique athletes preparing for the stage, it's a different level of coaching than general training.
What's your cancellation policy? +
Online programs run month-to-month with 30 days' notice to cancel. In-person sessions follow a 24-hour cancellation policy — any cancellation inside of 24 hours will be charged for the session. Full details are in your client agreement at the start of coaching.
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