The Pursue Your Potential Podcast

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In today's episode, we wrap up season 1 by taking you back in time to an episode that was recorded the beginning of 2022 (arranged end of 2021). It is an interview with the CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp, Bryce Henson. This episode is long overdue, however, the timing is perfect. What is interesting is that this was the only interview that was done and hadn’t been published. For many guests, this...

Whether you're in a fat loss/weight loss phase, a building phase, or trying to maintain where you're at (neither lose or gain), there are certain "must dos" you need to continue doing.  In this episode, Taylor goes over 5 of her "must dos", no matter the phase or season, to ensure she doesn't get "too lost" on her journey to pursue her potential.

In this episode, Taylor goes into detail about her decision to compete again and the journey 12 weeks in and 5 weeks out. She also dives into some of the personal hurdles she's faced as she's made the changes to better her life and physique, not only over the last 12 weeks of prepping for competition day but the months leading up to it as well. Tune in to this episode to hear more! Inter...

This episode is part 2 of a 2-part episode diving into the basics of nutrition and training. In these 2 episodes, Taylor has broken down everything you need to know to get started on your fitness journey, to see great results. So much of the information that you find on social media can be really misleading or it's steps you don't need to take until you've got the basics down and un...

In this episode, Taylor dives into the basics of nutrition, how to track your food, and how to lose weight. Tune in and if you got value from this please leave a 5-star rating and a written review, share with your friends! If you need help in your health and fitness journey APPLY FOR COACHING HERE

After being born through a c-section because of a breached (feet first) position and umbilical cord wrapped around her neck, Taylor was moments from death and spent a few weeks  in the NICU. She had a physical therapist briefly as a baby to help with a condition that she would have called "Torticollis". Though she spent her whole life with this, she wasn't aware of it until her 30s...

On today’s episode, Taylor brings you a special guest to discuss evaluating your relationship with alcohol, being sober curious or living an alcohol-free lifestyle. Ashley Tvardzik is a former party girl turned sober, CEO and founder of Sober Lining. She is a wife and homeschool mom of 2 that discovered a sober path the beginning of 2023. She enjoys helping individuals on their journey to sobriety...

If you're here listening to the Pursue Your Potential Podcast then it's safe to say you're on the journey of pursuing your potential. You know you're made for more and you've set out to see what that is in different areas of your life. In this episode, we dive into the idea that you're probably not working as hard as you could. This doesn't mean running yourself...

In this episode, Taylor discusses being obsessed with working out, food, and other aspects of your fitness journey. Please note that while Taylor is speaking in favor of being obsessed, she does recognize that there are lines that need to be drawn, that unhealthy obsession does exist, and that those with an eating disorder may not fit what is being discussed here. If you are dealing with disordere...

In this episode, Taylor dives into what it's been like being a stay-at-home working mom. Back in 2013 when Taylor had her baby, she and her husband decided it would be best for her to be a stay-at-home mom. Her husband traveled for work a lot, typically home for 10 days and gone for work 10+ days at a time. This came with a lot of challenges, but was the best decision for their family at that...

Have you heard of “Get Funky” it is a 2-day rave/ festival with awesome EDM djs. I went to this event last weekend (only 1 of the days) and I enjoyed the experience, sober. In this episode, I share my story, why I went sober, as well as some insight into my relationship with alcohol. Having been someone who has drank since the age of 16 and have done psychedelic drugs like magic mushrooms, ecstasy...

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Have you noticed there is a reoccurring struggle(s) that you face in your health and fitness journey? Do you have goals to change that this year? In this episode, Taylor goes over a perspective you might not have thought of or heard in regard to your goals. While you may be looking into 2023 thinking about your goals and excited, there is something more important that you need to look at, your sys...

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In this episode, Taylor goes over some things to recognize within coaching, how it works, and how you can get the most out of it. Are you giving your undivided attention during calls? Are you showing up on time and giving the same respect you would to a doctor, therapist, or any other professional that you are hiring to help you solve a problem? Are you being open-minded and vulnerable? Or are you...

Back in Episode 84, Taylor went over 7 Keys to Succeed in Your Health and Fitness Journey . In this episode, Taylor is bringing up a hard conversation as to why you may have failed or are failing your fitness program. Here is the link to 7 Keys to Succeed in Your Health and Fitness Journey if you'd like to go back and listen. Interested in joining Taylored for You Coaching? APPLY HERE to see...

In today's episode, Taylor breaks down the importance of recognizing your "health and fitness journey" is multifaceted. You are multifaceted with different parts and sides that need to be taken care of.  It may feel overwhelming, but it's important to meet that overwhelm with action and those actions will turn into habits that make it easier. Those things become a part of you....

In this episode, Taylor Interviews Andy Tsz Chiu Chan. Andy is a husband, father, strength and conditioning specialist, educator, a presenter from Hong Kong, and author of the book Dynamic Balance. (#1 New Release on Amazon) Drawing on his master's degree in exercise science and influenced by his 10-year stay in the United States, Andy has a unique outlook on health and athletic performance....

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In this episode, Taylor addresses a really important topic. Do you need to exercise to lose weight? The answer may shock you. Tune in to hear all about it! Interested in the TFY Taylored for You 90-Day Transformation Program ?  Book your call HERE

In the previous episode, Taylor opened up about her upcoming surgery and the mental battle she faced after hearing about Breast Implant Illness (BII).  Taylor decided to go ahead with replacing her (almost) 12-year-old implants and talks about that experience in this episode.  This is an update at 11 weeks post op.  It's important that you use your own discernment and make the choice that is...

Chances are you know someone who has breast implants, you have them, or maybe you want them. In this episode, Taylor goes into her story of getting breast implants, the extremely difficult decision that has come up about whether to explant or replace her implants after having them for 11 years. The conversation to be had here is one that thousands of women are having in regards to their implants,...

How is your lack of boundaries and people-pleasing tendencies holding you back from pursuing your potential? Whether it be eating out with family and friends, pot luck and going to lunch with co-workers, being offered food when you’ve already meal prepped and planned what to eat, there are times that these situations could be holding you back. This doesn’t mean you can’t do those things, however i...