It’s 3 a.m., and you’re staring at the ceiling, thinking, How did I end up feeling so stuck? You’re not alone. We’re here to help you break free from those limiting beliefs and outdated habits. With clear, practical strategies, we help you take control and thrive in midlife, using fitness and wellness tools for real transformation. Unlike other podcasts that offer broad advice, we focus on tangible, practical, and actionable steps that make a difference. Whether it’s building confidence, man ...
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Welcome to the Fit Strong Women over 50 podcast where the cohosts from the Becoming Elli Community, Jill McCauslin and Chris Brown, interview experts and share their insights about losing weight, keeping it off, working out and becoming fit and strong. Hear from others who are making it work, become inspired and motivated. For more information find Becoming Elli on Facebook and Twitter or visit our website at http://www.becomingelli.com for more motivation, work-out ideas, recipes, tips and ...
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REDESIGNING MIDLIFE | Workout Motivation Over 50, Nutrition Facts, Health & Wellness, Fitness, Exercise Inspiration, Menopause Symptoms, Self-Care, Midlife Crisis
Lesley McShane | Certified Personal Trainer & Accountability Coach | Pro-Aging / Midlife Enthusiast
*It is never too late to feel AMAZING!* Welcome to the place where you are allowed to Redesign your Midlife! Are you a midlife woman craving a happier, healthier, and longer life? Are you ready to prioritize your well-being like never before? Do you find yourself yearning to shed those extra pounds, unlock the mysteries of menopause, navigate your midlife mental health challenges, or simply achieve optimal wellness? You are not alone. I'm your host Lesley McShane and I am on the same path as ...
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219. Flip-Flops to Focus: Reclaim Your Fall Routine Today
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Can you believe summer is over already? If you’re struggling to shift gears, I've got the perfect tip to help you find your footing this fall. From flip-flops to focus, it’s time to reclaim your fall routine! Trust me, you won’t want to miss this! After a busy summer, taking a moment to reclaim our personal space and time is essential. It helps us …
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Finding Wellness with Dr. Makaila Woods
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Great conversation with Dr. Woods about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, the effects of menopause on weight loss and her advice for women 50 and over. A functional medicine doctor, Dr. Makaila Woods has Double Board Certification with the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology. We discuss: why…
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Elite Athlete Bree Lambert
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160 - Elite Athlete Bree Lambert Bree Lambert is a personal trainer, running coach, nutritionist and ultra runner. She has been pursuing endurance sports since her teenage years, starting with road triathlon, Xterra off-road triathlon and now ultra running. Bree completed her first 50K in 2005 and since then has completed distances from 50k to 100 …
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218. Organize And Simplify Your Midlife/ft. Janet M. Tailor
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Ready to declutter your midlife? Join us as we chat with Janet M. Taylor, the "Clutter Free Queen," who has been transforming lives since 1994. Discover practical strategies and emotional insights to simplify and organize your daily life. This episode, "Organize and Simplify Your Midlife," is packed with expert tips to bring harmony and peace to yo…
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Healthy Living with Alicia Jones
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In episode 159 of the Fit Strong Women Over 50 Podcast, Jill and Chris talk with Alicia Jones who helps transform the health and the lives of women over 40 through her fitness and weight loss strategies. She has a B.A in Kinesiology and has many certifications, including National Coach of Canada (NCCP), Advanced Sport Nutrition, Certified Group Fit…
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217. Lessons From The Blue Zones
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Ever wonder what the secret to a long, healthy life is? In this episode, "Lessons from the Blue Zones," we're exploring the fascinating lifestyles of the world’s healthiest and longest-living people. These are places where folks live well into their 90s and beyond, staying vibrant and happy. One of the biggest takeaways is their primarily plant-bas…
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Food Finds with Chris and Jill
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In Food Finds with Chris and Jill, they discuss various websites and ideas for food challenges. They talk about what they love to eat in the summer and where they get inspiration. For links and more info visit the Becoming Elli website.Becoming Elli with Jill McCauslin and Chris Brown
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216. How Black Women Advocate for Better Healthcare
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Healthcare advocacy for Black women took center stage as Elaine Curry and Brenda Barbour, the Body Wealth Sisters, joined us. Their expertise and personal journeys shed light on the critical path of navigating the healthcare system as a Black or African American woman. "How Black Women Advocate for Better Healthcare" wasn't merely an episode title—…
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Mind Body and Soul with Elaine Glass
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In episode 157, Jill and Chris talk with Elaine Glass, author, speaker and personal coach. For over a decade, Elaine has helped countless people unlock their truest selves. She works with them to find purpose, peace, and self-empowerment. Elaine’s newest book, Get Quiet: 7 Simple Paths to the Truth of Who You Are, is a guide to healing and transfor…
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215. 5 Transformative Habits for Midlife Mastery
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Are you ready to turn midlife from a challenge into your greatest opportunity? Today on '5 Transformative Habits for Midlife Mastery,' we’re shedding old labels and forging new paths! Let’s explore how the simple choices we make every day can lead to profound transformations in the prime of our lives. Habits often boxed into 'good' or 'bad' categor…
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The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age with Gwendolyn Bounds
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The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age with Gwendolyn Bounds Gwendolyn Bounds is an award-winning journalist and author of NOT TOO LATE: The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age. A few months shy of her 47th birthday, author and journalist Gwendolyn Bounds asked herself, “How is it possible to become good at something when you are already far behind …
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214. Radiant Skin Secrets After 40 Revealed/ft. Dr. Jen Haley
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In 'Radiant Skin Secrets Revealed After 40,' we explore the captivating intersection of health and beauty with Dr. Jen Haley, renowned host of the Radiance Revealed podcast. From her prestigious education at Cornell University to her service as a Navy Officer, Dr. Haley offers a unique and insightful perspective on dermatology, nutrition, and holis…
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Defeat Your Cravings with Dr. Glenn Livingston
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In episode 155, Jill and Chris speak with Glenn Scott Livingston, Ph.D. about dealing with food cravings. He was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. Disillusioned by what traditional psychology had to offer overweight and/or food obsessed individuals, Dr. L…
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213. Redefining Bone Health In Midlife
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Welcome to your action plan to combat osteoporosis, which you can manage with the right strategies. This episode shifts our focus from shock and worry to empowerment through proactive prevention. We discuss the importance of early screening, especially for those at increased risk due to factors like early menopause or a family history of osteoporos…
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Ageless Aging with Maddy Dychtwald
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In episode 154, Jill and Chris speak with Maddy Dychtwald, an internationally acclaimed author, public speaker, and thought leader on longevity, aging, the new retirement, and the ascent of women. She co-founded Age Wave, the world’s leader in understanding and addressing the far-reaching impacts of our aging population. She is the author of "Agele…
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Dealing With Elevated Stress & Cortisol Levels? | Why Working Out Could Be The Solution You Are Searching For
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Do you wear your stress like a heavy jacket that you never take off? Does it keep you from doing the things you know you need to do for your midlife health? Does it cause you stress eat or skip your workouts? You wouldn't be alone. Being stressed and skipping workouts is a vicious cycle. One you need to break. Because when you workout, your stress …
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212. How To Keep The Weight Off For Good In Midlife/ft. Jill McCauslin & Chris Brown
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We will explore a topic that many find challenging and crucial: maintaining weight loss in midlife and beyond. I enjoyed chatting with Jill McCauslin and Chris Brown, the inspirational founders of Becoming Elli, a community where women over 50 come together to celebrate and support each other in becoming fit, strong, and vibrant. Jill and Chris sha…
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Your Weekly BOOST | Don't Get Mad, Don't Quit, & PREPARE For When You Feel You Can't | Your Midlife HEALTH Needs You
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Have you ever had a pact with someone else like a family member or a friend, that you were going to do something together - to lose weight, to train for an event or trip, but then you ended up quitting and she didn't and reached her goal? And you didn't. I’m here to tell you that if YOU don’t do it, someone else will. And you’ll be pissed. But I as…
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Encore Presentation: Inspiring Stories of Fit Strong Women Over 50
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In episode 153, we feature an encore presentation of one of the inspiring stories of Fit Strong Women Over 50. This episode was first released five years ago as episode 31. We wanted to revisit this episode for our listeners who may not have had the opportunity to hear the story of this inspiring woman. Enjoy! More details at our website: BecomingE…
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Why do so many – and not just midlife women – struggle with their health, with their fitness, with making nutrition a priority? Especially when they know that focusing on these things will bring them overall vitality and longer life? I’ll tell you why. Because it is hard to do all the right things, especially when we’ve been conditioned that things…
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211. Midlife Mindset Shifts To Strength and Flexibility
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Today, we're diving into how changing your mindset can literally change your life, especially during midlife. It's not just about getting stronger or more flexible; it's about how your thoughts shape your journey. Our bodies and minds are evolving in midlife, and it's prime time to align our mental wellness with our physical health. We're talking p…
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Monday Motivational Musing | Are You Making Your Workout and Health Goals Too Big Of A Deal? | STOP!
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In this episode, I am challenging the conventional wisdom around health journeys, urging all of you not to turn them into grand declarations. Instead of broadcasting every step, I suggest a quieter, more effective approach: simply commit to yourself and take action without fanfare. By avoiding the pressure of public announcements progress becomes m…
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Adapting for Health with Maria Molvin
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In episode 152 of the Fit Strong women Over 50 Podcast, Jill and Chris speak with Becoming Elli member, Maria Molvin about how she finds strategies to stay healthy and fit as she ages. Balancing work, family obligations, focusing on healthy eating, prioritizing sleep, and finding time to be active can be challenging. Maria lives in Northeast Ohio w…
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I've had the privilege of witnessing the ebbs and flows of countless women on their midlife health journeys. One undeniable truth that emerges time and again is the rollercoaster of emotions tied to progress, especially when it comes to weight. Week by week, I've seen elation morph into frustration at the slightest deviation from expectations on th…
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210. Break Midlife Barriers As A Gateway To Self-Love/ft. Deb Blum
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We're getting up close with Deb Blum, the inspiring soul behind The Whole Soul Way. She's not just the brains of this operation; she's a certified life, parent, and health coach with a Business Administration/IT background from the University of Connecticut. Deb recently started a new chapter, moving to Arizona with her husband of 20 years. Join us…
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Mindset Matters | Take Your Midlife Health To The Next Level When You Watch Your Words And "Never Say Never"
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In today's motivational episode, I'm diving into the power of our mindset and the impact of words on our beliefs and actions. It's easy to fall into the trap of saying "I'll never," but let's challenge that notion together. By reframing our mindset and embracing the possibility of "I can," we open ourselves up to a world of potential. Join me as we…
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Get More Fit with Kathy Murray
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Episode #151 Get More Fit with Kathy Murray Kathy Murray is a certified personal trainer with over thirty years’ experience in the fitness industry. She is a graduate of The Ohio State University where she was a member of the 1983 National Cheerleading Championship Team. After college she competed in and won the United States Aerobic Championship i…
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No one has to tell me how hard it is to get in a workout early in the morning before work or in the late afternoon when you’ve been working all day. I am right there with you. But did you know that exercise increases your heart rate and blood flow, making you feel awake – more energized? Now you do! The thing is, you have to go get it. No one can g…
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209. 3 Ways To Breaking The 'All-or-Nothing' Cycle
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We're diving deep into the concept of reframing health goals, directly addressing the 'All-or-Nothing' cycle that can hinder our progress. This episode is an invitation to those seeking to break free from this restrictive mindset, offering a fresh, flexible, and joy-driven approach to health and fitness. It's designed for anyone whose fitness journ…
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SPRING Is For New Beginnings | Even For Your Midlife Fitness & Nutrition | CHALLENGE Yourself This Month
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Winter is over, and so are the excuses of why we haven’t committed to our health during this time. Start your spring by recommitting to yourself. Pick something you want to focus on doing or cutting out through April. Master that. Then add to it the next month. It's amazing what small changes can do when performed consistently. I'm right here with …
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Get Healthy with Chris Freytag
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In episode 150, Jill McCauslin and Chris Brown interview Chris Freytag, the founder of Get Healthy U and Get Healthy U TV. Chris Freytag has been teaching, training, writing books, creating DVD’s, and speaking on the subject of health and fitness for the last 30 years. Get Healthy U TV is a streaming website with workouts for midlife women. They ha…
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The realization is that you are aging, whether you like it or not. There is no going back in time to what you may consider better days in your health. But instead of mourning those days, let’s write a new story for ourselves and for our bodies. Let’s get over the fact that aging happens, but be happy and grateful that we’re still here, and move on …
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208. Declutter Your Midlife And Make Room For Joy/ft. Tracy McCubbin
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We're opening the doors to a world where joy isn't just a feeling but a space we live in. We're talking decluttering with the queen of clean, Tracy McCubbin. Imagine your home, but with breathing room, where every nook cradles peace instead of piled-up papers. That's where Tracy takes us, transforming cluttered caves into serene sanctuaries. So, le…
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[REPLAY] MOTIVATING Your Monday | DON'T QUIT Before You Get To The Corner - That's Where The Rewards Are
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Welcome to a MOTIVATIONAL REPLAY this week. Motivational words don't have an expiration, so I'm sharing these with you again this week. You may be so close and don't even know it. Here's a goose to get you ALL THE WAY to the corner where those reward are waiting! Go get it my friend! And know that I am here with you to make sure you get there. If y…
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Preventing Dementia with Mitchell and Emily Clionsky
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In episode 149, Jill and Chris talk with Emily and Mitchell Clionsky, the authors of Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain. Their book is the culmination of 45 years of extensive clinical evaluation and treatment. A husband-and-wife team, they have a combined 70 years of professional and clinical experience in medicine and neurops…
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WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? | Questions To Motivate & Fire Up Your Midlife Fitness & Nutrition
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If we sat down across from each other and I asked you point blank "What do you really want in and from your midlife health, in your fitness, in your nutrition?" - would you have a good, solid answer? Do you even KNOW what you want? Today we're talking about digging in and digging down on those those. Giving ourselves ammunition to motivate us to ma…
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207. 6 Ways To Redefine Courage In Midlife
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Courage in midlife isn't about grand, sweeping gestures. Instead, it can be found in the everyday acts of bravery that lead to significant changes in life. In today's episode, '6 Ways To Redefine Courage In Midlife,' we dive into offering insights and practical tips for women in this vibrant life stage. We debunk common misconceptions about courage…
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Answer This Question | Are You Lying To Yourself? | MOTIVATING Your Midlife Fitness & Nutrition
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There are many that think they are doing what they should be doing and making all the right decisions when it comes to their midlife fitness and nutrition. But how many lies are the telling themselves? "I deserve this cookie". "I worked out yesterday so I don't have to do it today." "I lifted weights. They were only 1pounders, but they count." "Thi…
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Avoiding Menopause Weight Gain with Amy Wilson
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Amy Wilson is a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness professional, and a certified nutrition coach. She helps people prevent and reverse diseases with nutrition and fitness. Amy believes diet and exercise can change a person’s life, and how the right nutritional program can be the key to improving health and fitness. She has se…
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You Don't Have To Do It All Today | MOTIVATING CHANGES In Your Midlife Health 1% At A Time
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Are you familiar with the old navigator’s 1 in 60 rule? This is the rule that says that if you deviate just 1 degree from a path, which seems in consequential, in 60 miles you will be 1 mile off course. And a mile off course really is a big deal. We're taking this rule and put it in terms of fitness and nutrition. What good are 1% changes in your f…
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206. Finding Love After 40 In The Digital Age/ft. Hoyt Prisock
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Our guest, Hoyt Prisock, the innovative creator behind a successful online speed dating platform, launched with Match.com nearly two decades ago. Hoyt, who found himself navigating the online dating world after a long marriage, has since become a seasoned voice in this arena, offering unique insights through his podcast, 'Behind the Swipe.' Hoyt sh…
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Let me ask you...what have you got to lose if you don’t get that body in motion – EVEN when it is cold and dreary outside? Everything. You could lose everything – your physical health and your mental health. So make sure it isn't a choice, it's just something you do. Get that midlife body moving my friend! Find me on my Website: https://www.lesleyl…
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RELATIONSHIP GOALS For 2024 | 6 Ways To Reconnect With Your Spouse In Midlife | FNBB 111
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Most couples have a heaps of unrealized potential in their relationship, but it takes a lifetime of sharing and caring to achieve it. You could be standing on the edge of a complete breakdown of your relationship if you don't tend to it every day. But you could also be getting ready to embark on some of the most amazing days together, so it is wort…
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Cue The Confetti! | REDESIGNING MIDLIFE Turns THREE | All The Health & Wellness Highlights To Get Your Midlife Moving
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How can it be THREE YEARS already!? Are you ready for "The Best Of Redesigning Midlife" - Year Three? I have many, many great tidbits from all of my guests this year. We're talking midlife health, we're talking midlife fitness, midlife nutrition, and we're talking midlife overall wellness for body and soul. Thank you for your support over the last …
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If you have a LONG WAY to go in your midlife fitness journey, you may feel overwhelmed with the whole thing. But I'm encouraging you to get comfortable with that overwhelm and just start somewhere, anywhere. Because there is no such thing as a "right" first step. There are just first steps. Pick one. And then GET UP and GET THAT BODY MOVING. Make t…
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205. 6 Ways To Double Down On Your Midlife Wellness
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We dive into '6 Powerful Ways to Boost Your Midlife Wellness.' No more grand resolutions that fizzle out – we're all about practical steps leading to lasting health. First, let's rethink the whole New Year's resolution game. It's not about massive changes overnight; it's about those small, consistent steps that genuinely transform your wellness jou…
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Using Emotion To Fuel Your Midlife Health Journey | 7 Reasons WHY You Should Start Prioritizing Yourself Today
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You know all the rational reasons WHY you should start taking care of your health in midlife, but you still don't. Maybe it's because your brain has to have emotion triggered in order to make a change that you crave or desire. You'll get ot the rational reasons, but you need that emotional reason to just take the first step. Today, I've got 7 emoti…
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From Wheelchair to Weightlifting Podium with Kim Rahir
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Kim Rahir is a 60-year-old mother of three who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) 10 years ago. She decided to ignore her then doctor's advice... muscle her way back to a happy life... and in 2023, become the European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. Her journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism…
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We have certain ideas of how we "think" we should feel or perform in our workouts at our age. But bottom line: We will never feel the same way we did when we were 20. We won't be able to throw as far, run as fast, hit as hard - and so on and so on. You have to learn to be okay with that and work to just be as fit as you can for the age you are. You…
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What You Need To Put Your HEALTH FIRST | Make DESIRE, CHOICE, And COMMITMENT Work For You With Performance Coach Leah Jantzen
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Performance and Mindset Coach Leah Jantzen has heard all of the midlife excuses - I can’t. I don’t have time. It costs too much. I don’t know how. I’m too old. And on and on. She says it's time to put yourself on the hook for a change. Of course you can, change your priorities. Choosing good health doesn't cost anything. Everyone has time. And what…
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