About Us

Daniel Hargrave

Education and Fitness Expertise

Daniel Hargrave has been passionate about fitness for over 35 years, starting his journey at just 12 years old. His dedication led him to earn a degree in Nutrition and Fitness from Florida State University, where he served as the Fitness Coordinator, managing a state-of-the-art fitness center and overseeing more than 30 fitness instructors. Daniel furthered his education at Georgia Southern University, obtaining a master’s degree in Sport Management and authoring the fitness training manual for the university’s wellness staff.

Fitness Background

In Georgia, Daniel successfully helped numerous clients achieve their fitness goals, with several winning body transformation contests under his guidance. His journey then brought him to the Winter Park YMCA in Florida, where he excelled as the Senior Wellness Director. In this role, he trained and supervised personal trainers, coordinated community events like Healthy Kids Day, and promoted overall wellness.

Mayor’s Fitness Challenge

Daniel's extensive fitness expertise led to a collaboration with the City of New Smyrna Beach and Bert Fish Medical Center to launch the Mayor’s Fitness Challenge, a 12-week self-improvement program aimed at enhancing community health. His contributions included organizing a health fair and fitness assessment to kick off the event, offering group exercise classes, personal training, health seminars, fitness events, and culminating in a celebration banquet. The success of this initiative has led to its expansion across multiple cities, positively impacting thousands of individuals on their fitness journeys.

Commitment to Youth and Education

Daniel's passion for fitness extends to the youth, where he combines his love for teaching, fitness training, and coaching to inspire secondary students. He has dedicated over 20 years to the education system as a teacher, high school football coach, and basketball coach for middle and high school students. Currently, he serves as the principal of a secondary school focused on equipping students with real-world skills and preparing them for future success.

Misty Hargrave

Misty Hargrave is passionate in health and wellness and the co-founder of FLFitLife. With a strong belief in the transformative power of nutrition and an active lifestyle, Misty dedicates her time to helping others achieve their personal, wellness, and financial goals. Her approach focuses on mindset and proper nutrition to create a balanced and fulfilling life.

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Misty's journey into the world of health and fitness began over eight years ago when she discovered and fell in love with The Thrive Experience. Through her own dedication and commitment, she experienced firsthand the profound impact that proper nutrition and regular exercise can have on overall well-being. This personal transformation fueled her desire to help others find their path to a healthier lifestyle and inspired her passion for helping people live the life they deserve.

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At FLFitLife, Misty plays a crucial role in creating engaging content, developing personalized nutritional programs, and providing ongoing support to the community. Her friendly and encouraging demeanor makes her a trusted guide for anyone looking to improve their health and lifestyle. Misty believes in meeting people where they are on their wellness journey and helping them set achievable goals to move forward.

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Outside of FLFitLife, Misty has been an educator for over 11 years, most recently teaching Entrepreneurship to 9th-12th grade students. Her love for education, commitment to supporting others, and goal-focused approach inspire those around her to pursue their best selves.

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