Footy Hacks with Elijah Taylor - Tough Rugby Lessons You Need To Know

This Rugby Muscle Podcast welcomes Elijah Taylor, a professional rugby league player known for his time with teams like New Zealand Warriors and Penrith Panthers, and the creator of 'Footy Hacks' on social media.Elijah shares insights on mental and physical skills crucial for aspiring players, emphasizing accountability, humility, and the importance of positive influences. The conversation delves into how Stoicism aids athletes in handling pressure and maintaining focus. Elijah's dedication to helping young players succeed is highlighted, with advice on maintaining a growth-oriented mindset and fostering good player relationships. Follow Footy Hacks:https://www.instagram.com/footy_hacks/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4je87rsMPoyc7FkAz_zewABoy Music:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1WfdOvZuaABOyuz9ZHDUgQhttps://www.instagram.com/_boy_music/For The Rugby Athlete Blueprinthttps://rugby-muscle.com/14DRABRugby Muscle Elite 1on1 Coachinghttps://rugby-muscle.com/elite/Team Rugby Musclehttps://rugbymuscle.programs.app/Our Free Communityhttps://www.skool.com/rugby-muscle-athletes/Follow Us on Instagraminstagram.com/rugbymuscle00:00 Introduction01:06 Insights and Advice for Aspiring Players05:19 Challenges and Burnout in Professional Rugby11:23 Transition to the UK and New Opportunities13:28 Footy Hacks and Influencing Young Players26:46 The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with the Right People31:57 Exploring Stoicism in Sports and Life35:29 Personal Accountability in Rugby39:41 Balancing Criticism and Confidence47:50 The Importance of Humility in Professional Sports57:32 Challenges in Rugby League and Union01:03:24 Underrated Skills for Athletes01:05:05 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the show