In this episode with my guest, Megan Hayden, we discuss how we can build sustainable strength, performance, and functionality so that we can perform optimally well into our later years of life. We discuss the biggest struggle in obtaining and sustaining fitness and health goals, the importance of motivation and goal setting, the benefits of functional training and key moves to ensure functionality.

Meghan Hayden is a Division 1 soccer player turned athletic strength and conditioning coach based in NYC. She is passionate about educating and guiding others how to perform optimally at work and in life. She believes everyone should train to be able to do the things they love, for as long as possible. Growing up with parents older than most grandparents, she was constantly reminded from a young age how precious life is, and how important it is to live in a body that functions for you and enhances your life rather than holds you back.

Meghan’s journey as an athletic strength and conditioning coach is deeply rooted in her belief that everyone deserves to thrive in their pursuits, uninhibited by physical constraints. She is the Founder of Take Off With Meg which is A personalized program remote based, tailored to your preferences, fitness level and body requirements. Specialties include grounded movement, athletic strength and conditioning, event prep, long-term sustainable wellness and includes Personalized Meal Plan with Shopping List

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“How To Maximize Your Performance, Improve Your Functionality, And Lose The Extra Weight”

In this conversation, Erica Lippy interviews Meghan Hayden, a New York-based strength and conditioning coach, about sustainable health and wellness. They discuss the biggest struggle in obtaining and sustaining fitness and health goals, the importance of motivation and goal setting, the benefits of functional training and key moves to ensure functionality, the differences between using kettlebells and dumbbells, the timing and benefits of foam rolling, the difference between performance training and reaching health or fitness goals, and the approach to gaining muscle while losing weight. They also touch on the importance of sleep, nutrition, and hydration for staying lean and strong. In this conversation, Meg emphasizes the importance of prioritizing recovery and getting enough sleep for overall health and weight loss. She also discusses the benefits of walking for weight loss and overall health. Meg recommends intermittent workouts throughout the day to combat sedentary behavior and improve cognitive function. She cautions against overcomplicating fitness and nutrition and encourages simplifying and focusing on the basics. Meg shares her top three recommended supplements: creatine, greens supplements, and clean protein powder. She also talks about her online program, Take Off with Meg, which offers customizable fitness plans.

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