Natasha Van Der Merwe: Learning from Nick Bare, The Mental Side of Sports, & Discipleship | MMP #232

In a few short years, she went from training Nick Bare for his first Ironman to running one of the most accomplished triathlon teams in the country. We first had the chance to meet Natasha the day before our first Ironman in Waco, Texas in the fall of 2021. While we weren't her athletes, she made a point to track us during the race and check in to see how we were doing. Since then, we've become great friends and she's played an incredibly important role in mentoring us over the last two years that we've known her. But, we are not alone. Natasha coaches and mentors many of her athletes in triathlon, as well as life. She's a true leader, and NVDM Coaching is a true testament to her love for her athletes and her commitment to putting God first in everything she does. In our conversation with Natasha, we discussed: Her path from professional tennis to NVDM Coaching What makes NVDM Coaching different Building mental toughness as an athlete What she learned coaching Nick Bare Putting God first in her business and life We're incredibly honored to call Natasha a friend, and we hope you find value in our conversation. Enjoy!SPONSORS Fold App - Earn Bitcoin on all of your purchases by using the Fold Debit Card - it's simple, easy, and a fun way to earn bitcoin as you spend money on healthy foods! Use code MEATMAFIA to earn 100,000 sats when you sign up for Fold's FREE bitcoin rewards debit card & spend $20 with the card.  NOBLE ORIGINS Complete and simple, animal-based protein powder with an organ blend for additional nutrition! Use Code: MEATMAFIA at check out! Sacred Hunting is enabling people to experience hunting trips all across the United States and sharing the traditions of coming together through the sacred practice. Mention the Meat Mafia on your introduction call for $250 off your next trip! AFFILIATES LMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb diet The Carnivore Bar - CODE MAFIA for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican Bar Perennial Pastures - 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & Montana Farrow Skincare - Use the CODE 'MAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFF Heart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA10’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins! Carnivore Crisps - 10% OFF - Carnivore / Animal-based snacks for eating healthy on the go! CODE: MEATMAFIA Pluck Seasoning - 10% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! CODE: MAFIA