You've Been Through the Fight. Now its time to Rebuild stronger.
I’m Bobby Machado — Navy veteran, aneurysm survivor, and founder of Yard Dogs Fitness & Nutrition Coaching (YDFTNC).
I help fighters, veterans, and everyday warriors rebuild confidence, strength, and endurance through forged discipline and heart
MY STORY
After 11 years in the Navy and surviving a brain aneurysm, I had to rebuild from the ground up — body, mind and purpose.
Yard Dogs was born from that journey. It’s for those who refuse to quit — fighters, veterans, and everyday individuals ready to become unbreakable
Program Focus Goal
Fighter Performance Conditioning & Recovery Dominate every round
Hybrid Strength + Mobility Build lean, strong, athletic muscle
Fat Loss & Rebuild Weight loss + Confidence Burn fat and move better
THE YARD DOGS DIFFERENCE
Yard Dogs isn’t just training — it’s transformation through discipline.
Three Pillars of YDFTNC:
• Forged Discipline — Structure > Excuses
• Adaptive Strength — Train for your life, not just the gym
• Real Results — Performance that lasts beyond the mirror
CHOOSE YOUR PATH — EVERY YARD DOG TRAINS DIFFERENT.
When you strap on your Yard Dogs, you step into purpose. You accept the grind and the responsibility of the journey, Yard Dogs are for the workers, the fighters, the reborn. Welcome to the Yard Dogs Family.
Start Your Free Gameplan!
Everyone starts somewhere — this is yours.
The Yard Dogs Game Plan is a free 1-on-1 session where we talk goals, struggles, and how to build something real.
No pressure. No gimmicks. Just a straight-up plan built around you — your schedule, your mindset, and your fight.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to start.
Welcome to the Yard Dogs Family.
"THE YARD DOGs CREED"
I lace up with intention.
These shoes aren’t decoration — they’re a reminder of where I started and how far I’m willing to go.
I show up with discipline.
When excuses rise, I rise higher.
When it gets heavy, I get stronger.
I don’t wait for motivation.
I build it through consistency, effort, and refusing to quit.
I own my mistakes and grow from them.
Setbacks don’t define me — my response does.
I push through the discomfort.
Transformation demands sacrifice.
Progress demands honesty.
Growth demands work.
I sharpen my mind and strengthen my body.
I strive to be better — not perfect.
Dedicated — not distracted.
Relentless — not reckless.
I stand for resilience, discipline, and the pursuit of becoming more.
I lift myself and others.
I lead by example.
I grind with purpose.
I am forged through adversity, not gifted by ease.
Tougher than my past.
Focused on my future.
Committed to the process.
I am Yard Dogs.
I am discipline.
I am resilience.
I am transformation.
And every day, I earn these shoes.
Bobby Machado
Certified NASM Personal Trainer | MMA Conditioning Specialist | Nutrition Coach | Performance & Corrective Exercise Expert
Coaching powered by experience, discipline, and evidence-based training.
FROM BROKEN TO BUILT — THE STORY BEHIND YARD DOGS.
I’m Bobby Machado, founder of Yard Dogs Fitness & Nutrition Coaching.
After 11½ years in the U.S. Navy and surviving a brain aneurysm, I rebuilt my body and life through discipline and purpose.
Yard Dogs was created for those who refuse to quit — fighters, veterans, and everyday people determined to transform through grit and growth.
PHILOSOPHY
Forged discipline beats fleeting motivation — every time.
My approach combines restorative strength, functional athleticism, and performance conditioning so you can move better, perform harder, and recover faster.
CERTIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS
NASM & AFAA Certified:
Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC)
Certified Sports Nutrition Coach (CSNC)
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Specialist (MMACS)
Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
Advanced Cardio Programming Specialist (ACPS)
Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
Behavior Change Specialist (BCS)
Senior Fitness Specialist (SFS)
Weight Loss Specialist (WLS)
Youth Exercise Specialist (YES)
Stretching & Flexibility Coach (SFC)
Home Gym Design Specialist (HGDS)
Virtual Coaching Specialist (VCS)
AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor (CGFI)
SPECIALTIES:
• MMA Conditioning & Fight Preparation
• Hybrid Strength & Performance Training
• Weight Loss & Body Recomposition
• Adaptive & Special-Needs Fitness
• Corrective Movement & Mobility Training
• Nutrition & Behavior Change Coaching
• Home Gym Design & Setup
MISSION
Yard Dogs is more than fitness — it’s a lifestyle of resilience, discipline, and growth.
My mission is to help you develop strength, structure, and confidence — one day at a time.
"Training with Bobby taught me that fitness is more than physical — it’s a mindset. He’s truly an incredible coach!"
Rubi Ojeda, Elkhorn CA
"Bobby helped me with training for BUDS. He was an amazing coach. Very patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time to explain things when you don’t understand. Would recommend to anyone trying to get in shape or anyone training for something."
Valley Center CA
Bjorn-Brando Davis, Valley Center CA
I started my journey at over 440lbs. With Bobby's guidance for nutrition and gym work i have lost over 75 lbs. in the 7 months we've worked together. I still have a long way to go but with Bobby in my corner I know it's just a matter of time
Niner Faithful, San Jose CA
"This is what Yard Dogs Coaching is All about"
I started training with Bobby in early 2023 after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I met him by chance while cutting his hair, and we immediately connected. He helped me sign up through the gym and got me started on a plan right away.
I trained with Bobby twice a week for about six months, and the progress was life-changing. I’ve lost 40 pounds, come off all my medications, and now manage my blood sugar completely through diet and exercise — something I’m beyond proud of.
What I love most about Bobby is his consistency and care. He’s always just a text or call away, answers every question, and makes sure you understand the “why” behind everything. You can tell he genuinely wants to see you win both inside and outside the gym.
Training with Bobby has helped me become the strongest, healthiest, and most confident version of myself — and I’ll always be grateful for his guidance.
Rubi Ojeda, Elkhorn CA
"When Patience Meets Progress"
“As the mother of Oscar, an autistic boy, I am grateful to Bobby for the impressive work he does with Oscar, to the point that Oscar has increased his self-confidence, helping him communicate and be patient.”
Lupe Pamatz, Valley Center CA
Coach’s Note:
I’ve had the honor of working with Oscar through swim training for over 7 Months to this day. Watching him grow more confident in the water, open up, and learn to channel his focus through swimming has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Every session reminds me why I do what I do — helping others find their strength, one small victory at a time.
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Every journey starts with a step — take yours today.
