International Model Amy Taylor Reveals Her Fitness & Beauty Secrets!

Amy Taylor is a native Californian. While spending nearly most of her life working as a published model, she also received her undergraduate degree in Berkeley, MBA in Los Angeles, and commercial pilot’s licenses in Arizona. When she’s not found in front of the camera, she’s enjoying the sunny skies flying, keeping fit at her gym in Los Angeles, or at the beach playing with her dog.

Miss Taylor has been the cover of magazines such as Maxim or Playboy (to mention a couple).

Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness talks to Amy Taylor about her spectacular journey into the modeling world.

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Walk us through your incredible modelling journey so far and tell us how it all began?

Ms. Amy Taylor:

I always loved performing as a young girl, as I was in the city’s ballet company. I have also always loved fashion, so modelling seemed like a good mix of the two! To begin with at 15, it was very much just for fun; I was and still am far too short to be scouted for runway or editorial work (I was painfully rejected from several agencies, when I was a teenager!). My parents checked out photographers and modeling jobs to ensure everything was legitimate, and I started to build a resume and portfolio. It was at that point that I realized that modeling allowed me to meet interesting, creative and brilliant people, work in new, fun and exciting locations, and also make decent money from doing very little (just being honest).

However, at this point I see it as a way to set a good example on a number of fronts. Alongside modelling, I have gotten my undergraduate degree in biology and an MBA, as well as several pilot’s licenses, and I am very passionate about maintaining a fit and healthy body. I like to think young girls can see that you don’t have to limit yourself to one thing; it’s possible to excel in multiple areas of your life. I am also a strong advocate for healthy aging and pride myself on maintaining my fitness into my older modeling years, again as an example to younger girls. Basically, to me, modelling can be far more than just having your photo taken!

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Introduce us to a day in your life.

Ms. Amy Taylor:

On days that I’m home, I typically wake up around 7 a.m., walk my dog, shower and dress, have breakfast and coffee, and work on the computer through lunch. After lunch I work out—weights, cardio, then yoga. I then run any needed errands and do any needed housework, and by the late afternoon/early evening I get ready for whatever plans I have in the evening with friends, clients, family, or by myself. I get home from those plans late at night, walk the dog again, and go to sleep before midnight.

On days that I’m out of town, the day can vary: I might spend the entire day at a spa, in nature, being a tourist, trying new foods, or just stay in bed by myself or even better, with someone special (wink)!

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Ms. Namita Nayyar:

What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine?

Ms. Amy Taylor:

I lift weights with a trainer a few times a week; I add a spin class or treadmill for some cardio. I do a barre class or pilates sometimes, to keep things interesting, and I add yoga (bikram, hatha, or yin) a few nights a week for flexibility and relaxation. I like to keep things different and interesting, as it all develops different parts of my body and mind, and prevents boredom.

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Do you take some special diet or have a strict menu that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?

Ms. Amy Taylor:

I try to eat somewhat healthfully; however, I don’t deny myself enjoyment. I’ve eaten Paleo, and sure, my body gets even better (I’ll do that before photo shoots). But I drink wine, eat bread, enjoy chocolate…this is a short life, and I’m not going to skip delicious food just to have even leaner muscles. Food is one of life’s pleasures…I’m here to taste all of life.

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

You have glowing skin and gorgeous hair. Do you take some kind of skin treatment to keep it young and glowing and secondly what you do to your hair to make them look so stunning?

Ms. Amy Taylor:

I use Zo skin products (Dr. Zein Obagi is a genius), and I use Wen on my hair (shampoo is awful!). I scrub, moisturize, get regular massages, and don’t bleach or over-heat-treat my hair. I try to drink plenty of water and eat my veggies…a healthy diet definitely shows in one’s skin and hair. And sleep! Oh, heavens…sleep is the best beauty treatment I know.

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Share with us your Top 5 Beauty Tips to get flawless skin.

Ms. Amy Taylor:

1. Get regular professional facials
2. Get your sleep!
3. Drink plenty of water
4. Eat fruit and vegetables
5. Wear sunscreen!

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

You have featured in top magazines like Maxim, Playboy, etc. Give us your Top 3 Tips to give your best shot in a magazine photoshoot.

Ms. Amy Taylor:

• Eat healthfully the weeks prior to the shoot; slender looks better on camera, so be a few pounds lighter than normal. You can eat that pizza after the shoot, haha.
• Use bronzer with shimmer; when the lights pop, your skin will be beautiful
• Learn your angles so that you’re aware of what camera sees (practice in the mirror). Be able to deliver 10-20 solid shots, so that you’re not wasting the crew’s time.

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Tell us your current Top 5 Fashion Must-haves.

Ms. Amy Taylor:

1. Alo Yoga leggings
2. J-Brand skinny jeans
3. Vince loose blouses
4. Valentino shoes (all of them!)
5. Louis Vuitton bags (again, all of them!)

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Advice and motivational words to the inspiring and budding models, who all are your followers and shall like to know from you for their climb to the ladder of success in this field?

Ms. Amy Taylor:

Be reliable and honest, have integrity, do the job with joy and gratitude. Word gets around and you’ll get hired more and more, once folks know you’re a pleasure to work with. Success takes time to build, so be patient and grind away. Nothing good happens easily or overnight, but most success comes from simply refusing to give up. No matter what it is you’re trying to do.

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

What do you wish to say about the website Womenfitness.net and message for our visitors?

Ms. Amy Taylor:

It’s such an honor to be part of your website! I’m so happy to be a part of such a positive female community; women are the future, and when we support and lift up one another there’s absolutely nothing we can’t do. Men do not determine for us women what’s beautiful, strong and fit..we do for ourselves. Here’s to fit women, healthy in body and mind!