EP 50 | Tay Mims: Girl Dad, OCR and Hybrid Standout, Fitness Trainer, Deka Affiliate

The Competitive Edge Podcast: Fatherhood | Fitness | Focus

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