Brad Shaw
Being a parent is a full-contact sport played in Lego minefields, with stoppage time added whenever someone can’t find a shoe. And yet—somewhere between nappies, the school run, and the nightly toy clear-up—there are dads to follow who’ve managed to squeeze in training without turning family life into a military operation.
This isn’t about chasing a particular look, or pretending everyone’s got the same schedule, metabolism, or patience. It’s about examples—different styles, different approaches—showing that “busy” doesn’t have to mean “stuck.” Here are six accounts worth a scroll when motivation is low and the sofa is calling your name like it’s got your bank details.
Farren Morgan: the tactical dad who turns “fit” into “field-ready”
If you’ve ever thought you’re “pretty fit” because you can jog 5K and carry a buggy up the stairs, allow @farrenmorgan to recalibrate your definition.
Morgan really is a champion of the warrior mentality mindset, a mental tool he uses to push himself beyond his comfort zone to achieve unique feats of physical endurance most recently he achieved a Guinness world record for the fastest marathon whilst carrying a fully loaded 34kg backpack, he achieved this remarkable feat in 6 hours and 50 minutes.
Among all the dads to follow, he’s the one who will make you question whether you’ve truly tested your limits. His content leans into loaded carries, assault courses and brutal conditioning sessions that are as much about mindset as muscle.
Father Fitness: the long-game dad who got serious
Durham-based and a father of two, Paul (aka @fatherfitness) didn’t stumble into fitness because it was trendy—he started because it was necessary. Before his first son arrived in 2009, he was “eating too much of the wrong things ” and decided to change direction.
Now he shares tips and hacks with a steady, practical energy—less “miracle transformation,” more “here’s what actually works when you’ve got children and a life.” He’s built a community of over 13K followers off the back of consistency and relatability, which is the real superpower in dad fitness.
Mark Wahlberg: the high-octane alarm clock
As a Hollywood actor, entrepreneur, and father of four, @markwahlberg has the sort of schedule that makes most diaries curl up and whimper. His much-talked-about “secret” involves waking at 2.30 am and training for an hour and a half before 4am.
That’s not a prescription—it’s a glimpse into an extreme version of discipline, for those who find that watching someone else suffer at dawn is oddly motivating. He’s also a vocal fan of F45, and his Stories offer a look at what happens when routine becomes non-negotiable.
Chris Pratt: training as therapy (with a bit of soul-searching)
@prattprattpratt has one of those on-screen physiques that looks like it was designed by a committee with unrealistic expectations. But what’s more interesting is the honesty he sometimes brings—about anxiety, pressure, and the mental fuel behind the work.
His approach blends P90X-style graft with swimming, boxing, and kickboxing, and his posts can read like a pep talk you didn’t know you needed—equal parts sweat and self-management.
Ulissesworld: the “no excuses” engine (used wisely)
If you want pure momentum—someone who makes discipline look like a lifestyle rather than a mood—@ulissesworld delivers. The mantra is blunt and memorable: ‘dedication has no limits’.
He’s the kind of follow that can spark action on days you’re bargaining with yourself about effort. Just take it in the right dose: inspiration is helpful; guilt isn’t. Use his intensity as a push, not a measuring stick.
Cody Too Fit: bodyweight brilliance and gym creativity
For the dads who don’t always have access to the perfect setup—or simply like seeing what the human body can do—@codytoofit is a highlight reel of strength, movement, and inventive training.
He’s the coach who makes you rethink what “equipment” even means: barrels, pull-ups with serious weight, plyometric push-ups—the works. It’s aspirational, yes, but it’s also practical if you’re trying to get more from whatever space and tools you’ve got.
What these accounts actually teach busy dads
The common thread isn’t perfect routines or superhero willpower. It’s the willingness to start, adapt, and repeat—especially when time is scarce.
- Consistency beats intensity when parenting is unpredictable.
- Training styles can change with seasons of life—strength, swimming, circuits, mobility, bodyweight.
- Motivation is a tap, not a reservoir: sometimes a short scroll of the right dads to follow is enough to get you moving.
And if you do only manage 30 minutes? That’s not “only.” In dad time, 30 minutes is a minor miracle—right up there with a silent car ride and a child voluntarily eating vegetables.
