MTNTOUGH Launches Daily Yoga: A Game-Changing Power Yoga Program for Mountain Athletes and Hunters

If there’s one thing we’ve learned at MTNTOUGH, it’s that strength alone isn’t enough for conquering the backcountry or thriving in the mountains. True mountain athletes need a combination of power, mobility, flexibility, and a rock-solid mindset to stay at peak performance—no matter their age or stage of life. That’s exactly why we’re thrilled to announce the launch of MTNTOUGH Daily Yoga: a power yoga program specially designed to help you move better, recover faster, and gain mental toughness along the way.

The Evolution of MTNTOUGH Dailies

A few years ago, we asked ourselves one simple question: If the entire MTNTOUGH staff were your personal trainers, how would we train you every single day? This led to the creation of our Daily Workouts—fresh, new routines that drop each day and then disappear 24 hours later, just like an in-person class you don’t want to miss.

We started with the MGD (Minimal Gear Daily), then added the Gym Daily, Mobility Daily, and eventually Daily Prayer to address the spiritual side of performance. Now, we’re bringing you Daily Yoga—another critical piece of the performance puzzle. Like the rest of our Dailies, the yoga workouts will be fresh every day and only available for 24 hours. It’s a unique blend of accountability and excitement that keeps you motivated to show up, put in the work, and never miss a beat.

Why Yoga Matters for Mountain Athletes

Power yoga may not be the first thing that comes to mind for hunters, ultra-runners, or backcountry enthusiasts. But it’s something we’ve seen transform athletes—and our founder—firsthand.

• Recovery and Injury Prevention: Many folks on hardcore strength or endurance programs neglect flexibility work. Eventually, that can lead to overtraining, tight muscles, and even severe back or hip issues. By prioritizing a power yoga routine, you’ll keep your body supple and help prevent nagging injuries, especially in your hips and spine—two areas that take a beating when climbing mountains or carrying heavy packs.

• Unmatched Core and Bodyweight Strength: Think yoga is just gentle stretching? Think again. Our style focuses on strength-building moves—like plank and warrior sequences—that generate serious muscle burn. You’ll be surprised at how quickly your shoulders, hips, and legs start shaking under the tension. These bodyweight challenges develop the deep core strength and stability you need on uneven terrain.

• Mental Toughness: Holding a difficult posture for a minute or more is mentally demanding. Your muscles scream for a break, but staying in the pose forces you to push past your comfort zone. That’s the same grit you need when you’re working your way through an exhausting climb or a tough hunt. Through MTNTOUGH Daily Yoga, you’ll practice staying engaged and focused in the face of discomfort—turning mental ceilings into new floors.

Introducing Coach Danni

Coach Danni Mackenzie brings a background in ballet, competitive sports, and hot power yoga to craft classes that push you to the edge of your limits. Her sessions blend dynamic movements, balance challenges, and intentional holds—all designed to build full-body strength, boost mobility, and hone your mindset.

This isn’t “relax-and-gently-stretch” yoga; it’s a true bodyweight workout with a mental toughness twist. You’ll see men and women from all backgrounds—backcountry hunters, ultrarunners, snowboarders, even special operations veterans—embracing this style of yoga because it complements their existing training and enhances their performance in the field. 

Check out our in-depth podcast discussion on the program:

“When I bulged my L5-S1 disc, the orthopedic said I’d either need surgery or I had to start doing yoga. That was a wake-up call. I went to hot yoga and, within a few weeks, my back started healing, and I discovered this incredible mental and stress-relief component I never expected. It honestly saved me from surgery—and in many ways, saved my life.”

— Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH

How It Works: 5 New Sessions Every Week

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 30-minute sessions
• Tuesday, Thursday: 40-minute sessions

Each day’s practice is unique and disappears after 24 hours, just like our other Dailies—so you’ll always have something fresh to look forward to. The 30-minute routines are perfect for busy schedules or pairing with another workout in the MTNTOUGH app. The 40-minute sessions let you dive a bit deeper, focusing more on stability, balance, and extended mobility work.

All you need is a mat (or a little space in your living room) and an internet connection. If you want an extra mental challenge, try cranking up the heat or using a space heater to mimic a hot yoga environment—just be sure to hydrate!

Why You Should Add It to Your Routine

1. Prevent Injury: Loosen tight hips, shoulders, back, improve core strength, and alleviate the stress of day-to-day life.
2. Improve Performance: Whether you’re training for bowhunting season, an ultra race, or just daily adventures in the mountains, better core strength, mobility and flexibility will help you move efficiently and reduce fatigue.
3. Build Mental Toughness: You’ll learn to stay locked in when the body wants to quit—exactly the skill you need for that next summit push or long hunt.
4. Train Anywhere: At home, in a hotel room, or even in your garage—no fancy equipment needed. 

Join the Daily Yoga Movement

The goal at MTNTOUGH has always been to create complete mountain athletes—physically, mentally, and spiritually capable of thriving under challenging conditions. With Daily Yoga, you now have one more powerful tool to build bulletproof fitness, stay flexible, and push your performance envelope.

Whether you incorporate it as a standalone workout or pair it with our Gym Daily or Minimal Gear Daily sessions, you’ll discover how power yoga can be the missing link between strength, endurance, and longevity in the backcountry.

Ready to experience one of the hardest—and most rewarding—bodyweight workout of your life? Head into the MTNTOUGH app, check out the new Daily Yoga, and commit to leveling up your mobility, strength, and mental toughness. We can’t wait to see you step onto your mat and into the next frontier of MTNTOUGH training.