Our story
Why we exist
Founded in 2021 by Dylan Ignacio and Phil Morse, The Lift To Live Society is built on the belief that fitness is the strongest foundation for overcoming life’s challenges and thriving physically and mentally.
We’re not a clothing brand that decided to build a community.We’re a community that built a brand.
The story
Dylan Ignacio
Founder
What’s up Homie,
In 2010, I took a turn that would reshape my life: I entered law enforcement. This decision was a blessing in disguise, though it took years for me to realize just how humbling it would be. The constant exposure to traumatic events and the addiction to adrenaline led me down a dangerous path. I found myself abusing energy drinks, alcohol, and nicotine, habits all too common in my line of work. My personal life became a mess, and by 2017, I was battling inner demons that would haunt me for years to come.
I knew this wasn’t the life I wanted for myself, so I made a change.
After some delay, I reached out for help, and the gym became my anchor. It was where I found my sense of masculinity and regained control of my life.
Years of making better decisions, leaning on supportive friends, and developing healthier coping mechanisms completely transformed me. These changes opened doors I never imagined, and I felt compelled to give back.
In 2021, Phil and I founded The Lift To Live Society. I truly believe that, by using fitness as a foundation, we can overcome any obstacle and thrive against all odds.
Meet the homies
Phil Morse
Associate
What’s up, Lift to Live Family!
From a young age, my passion was sports, particularly baseball. I played through high school and college at Shenandoah University, eventually going pro. My professional baseball career spanned from 2016 to 2019.
After my release and retirement from baseball, I transitioned into another profession I grew to love: law enforcement. This transition was not without its challenges. Adjusting to the demands of policing was tough, both physically and mentally.
I’ve faced the harsh realities of the job, from dealing with difficult relationships to witnessing the darker sides of humanity. These experiences have shaped me and deepened my understanding of resilience and mental health.
I’ve been fortunate to be mentored, coached, and trained by some of the best in both my baseball and law enforcement careers. These experiences have taught me invaluable lessons about perseverance, teamwork, leadership, discipline, and self-love. I am excited to share these principles with the Lift to Live community and to offer my experiences, guidance, and passion for mental health and physical fitness.
From surviving to living
Fitness is where it started.
We started with fitness because that’s what worked for us. The gym gave us somewhere to show up, put in the work and take control when other parts of life weren’t going right.
That’s still our foundation. Build the body. Work on your mindset. Find your purpose. Strengthen your relationships. Put Christ first.
Our pillars
What we believe
No homie left behind
Different tools.One mission.
Whether you’re rebuilding your life, chasing your potential, or simply refusing to quit, you belong here.
Community
Explore the communityLift To Live isn’t just about fitness. It’s a community built around living better.
Accountability Calls
Learn about the callsFree. Every Sunday. 6:00 PM ET. About 60 minutes on Zoom.
Podcast
Visit the podcastDylan and Phil talk fitness, mindset, faith and life.
Apparel
Shop apparelThe gear is part of the message. Wear what you stand for.
Lift To Live OS
Learn about the OSOne system built to help you take a harder look at where you are, stay accountable, and keep moving forward.