“You have to be able to tell yourself, “All right, I'm at that point where I don't need to do these things I don't like”.”  –  Kevin Snow

In today’s episode, we welcome, Taylor Merritt, Taylor is a champion college athlete that attended the University of North Georgia and began her fitness journey performing at the top of college sports. She was later inducted into the UNG Hall of Fame and began a career of personal training and group fitness in Savannah, Georgia, and later moved to Atlanta to continue building her community.  

Taylor also competed in NPC competitions as a figure and bikini competitor to test her capabilities as a fitness professional. This is where Taylor really honed her skills in fitness and nutrition and placed top 5 in each competition!

[00:01 - 03:24] Who is Taylor Merritt?

• Zack introduces his guest, Taylor Merritt!
• She introduces, “Daddy Tay Fitness”
• Values are a huge part of her why and how she carries forward
• How her experience in a traumatic event shaped her mentality
• The mindset piece starts with self-reflection and being realistic

[03:25 - 23:13] Work Ethic And Values Translated Into Success

• Nutrition is 80% of how you look and feel
• Moderation is key when it comes to diet and fitness
• Reward yourself but be mindful when drinking alcohol
• Recognizing the balance between indulging in simple pleasures and maintaining a healthier lifestyle
• Exercise as a form of therapy, allowing for personal time and clarity
• Taking time for yourself
• There is such a thing as overtraining and it’s important to recognize when your 100% isn’t what it used to be
• Different types of exercise can be beneficial depending on individual goals and references

[23:14 - 47:14] Committing To Consistency When It Comes To Health And Wellness

• Group fitness can be motivating for those who have been used to working out with teams
• High-intensity interval training for lean muscle mass and cardiovascular efficiency
• Scheduling time for self-care, creativity, and exercise
• Making your day with intentionality in the morning and at night
• Committing to consistency
• Physical therapy and adaptive training for injuries
• Plateaus happen and may require more intensity or different exercises
• Carbohydrates can be beneficial for some people

[47:15 – 01:01:46] Closing Segment

• Taylor highlights bodyweight movements and light weights that can be attached to things
• Connect with Taylor (links below)
• Join us for Tactical Friday!
• Head over to myvoicechallenge.com to find out how you can discover your voice, claim your independence, and build that thriving business that you've always wanted!

Key Quotes:

“Find out what you love by trying different things.” - Taylor Merritt

“Think about what filling your cup looks like. If you can't fill your cup, you will never be able to give a hundred percent to anybody else.” - Taylor Merritt

Connect with Taylor

Website: Daddy Tay Fitness

LinkedIn: Taylor Merritt

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