FITLETE Radio: Coach’s Spotlight: Let’s Meet Taylor Edwards
About This Episode
In this episode of FITLETE Radio’s Trainer Spotlight, host George Pagan III sits down with Taylor Edwards, a personal trainer and online coach from Reno, Nevada. Taylor’s blend of analytical precision and human connection—rooted in her background in mathematics and teaching—defines her holistic coaching philosophy. She focuses on helping clients create sustainable routines and mental flexibility so they can thrive even during life’s busiest seasons.
Taylor’s Coaching Mindset
Taylor’s approach to fitness is grounded in empathy, structure, and personal responsibility. “At the end of the day, my role is that of a helper. I can’t do the work for you, but I can clear the path for you and guide you toward your own vision of success.”
She sees her mission as teaching clients to challenge their current realities—whether physical, mental, or lifestyle-based—through simple but powerful habit changes.
Key Takeaways
Holistic Coaching: Taylor emphasizes that most client barriers are mental or lifestyle-related, not just physical limitations.
Intentional Planning: Known as “the planner” at Team Iron & Lace, she uses yearly calendars to design personalized training phases that adapt to each client’s schedule.
Community Collaboration: She believes great coaching comes from collaboration, saying, “Build your network. I’m huge on collaboration. It’s more important than certifications.”
Smart Technology Use: For Taylor, tech is a tool, not a substitute for presence. She uses MyPT Hub for programming, check-ins, and client communication, yet still commits to weekly video calls to maintain the human connection.
Fun Moment
In one of the lighter parts of the episode, Taylor shares her unlikely obsession—with umbrella catalpa trees. After finding her “dream tree” on social media, she planted it in her yard and turned it into a quirky local project, joking that one day she’ll make a scrapbook of every catalpa tree in Reno.
Quotes
“At the end of the day, my role is that of a helper. I can clear the path, but the client has to make the journey.”
“Nearly anything is possible if you’re willing to challenge your own reality.”
“The best coaches invest in themselves and serve their clients first—that’s the foundation.”
Connect with Taylor
Stay up to date with Taylor and Team Iron & Lace:
Instagram Live: Wednesdays at 5:30 PM Pacific – @team_iron_and_lace
Coaching & Inquiries: @Taylorce on Instagram
Why Listen
If you’re a coach looking to improve your client relationships or someone struggling to stay consistent, this episode delivers wisdom from a coach who merges data-driven planning with empathy and humor. It’s about growth, curiosity, and showing up for yourself—one habit at a time.
