Mar 7, 2024
Summary
In this conversation, Tay Mims, a standout OCR racer and hybrid
athlete, discusses his journey as a father and fitness coach. He
shares his daily routine, upcoming events, and training strategies.
Tay also talks about his transition from calisthenics to OCR and
his favorite part of Spartan races. He highlights the importance of
being present with his daughter and incorporating fitness into
their activities. Tay reflects on missed opportunities and his
passion for running. He defines competitive edge as a community of
athletes and parents who go above and beyond for themselves and
their families.
In this conversation, Tay Mims discusses his journey as a dad
athlete and the challenges he has faced. He shares how his passion
for sports and the support of his family and mentors have helped
him overcome obstacles. Tay emphasizes the importance of
motivation, grit, and discipline in training and competing. He also
provides insights on time management hacks and offers advice for
dads looking to take back their health. Tay shares his upcoming
events and collaborations, highlighting his commitment to inspiring
and motivating others.
Takeaways
- Incorporate fitness into activities with your children to teach them the importance of staying active.
- Being present and involved in your child's life is a significant accomplishment as a father.
- Overcoming obstacles and setbacks can lead to new opportunities and personal growth.
- Competitive edge is a combination of athletic drive and fatherhood, where athletes incorporate their children into their passion for sports. Find passion and enjoyment in sports to take the pressure off and attract others to want you on their team.
- Having supportive figures like mentors and family members can make a significant impact on your athletic journey.
- Quotes that motivate and remind you that you are better than you think you are can help you stay focused and driven.
- Balancing training and fatherhood requires organization, communication, and making healthy choices.
- Motivation, grit, and discipline are essential qualities for achieving your goals as a dad athlete.
- Take back your health by realizing that it's never too late and you should never settle for less.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Appreciation
00:28
Being a Dad and Fitness Coach
03:00
Daily Routine and Life in North Carolina
04:15
CrossFit Open and Content Workouts
05:04
Transition from Calisthenics to OCR
06:20
Favorite Part of Spartan Race
06:54
Training with Dylan Scott
11:34
Missed Opportunity to Represent the US
15:07
Passion for Running and Fitness
22:52
Definition of Competitive Edge
24:43
Development of Competitive Edge
32:21
Finding Passion and Enjoyment in Sports
33:11
Supportive Figures in Sports
33:44
The Influence of a Mentor
36:07
Quotes that Motivate
37:46
Balancing Training and Fatherhood
39:10
The Purpose of Competing and Training
40:41
Preparing for Hyrox
43:09
Time Management Hacks
44:07
Setting Goals and Targeting Competitors
46:37
Motivation, Grit, and Discipline
52:22
Taking Back Your Health
54:30
The Importance of Motivation, Grit, and Discipline
56:52
Animal Representation of Personality
57:57
Where to See Tay Mims
59:29
Upcoming Events and Collaborations
01:01:08
Closing Remarks and Advice