Joan Virginia Allen has a unique career journey from attorney to becoming a fitness trainer in her 60s. At 71 she had a serendipitous meeting with biomechanist, Katy Bowman where she trained to become a Restorative Movement Coach. Her journey doesn’t end there. At 81 she trained to become a life coach and now owns her own life coaching business.
She then went on to start Dynamic Aging 4 Life online magazine which is a compilation of individual’s stories that challenge the stereotypes of aging and inspire and empower others to explore what’s possible. Today, at 85 she’s at the helm of the Dynamic Aging 4 Life magazine and continues to embrace life’s adventures.
Joan's journey is a reminder that it's never too late to pursue your passions, take on new challenges, and live life to the fullest.
Links to mentions in the podcast:
Dynamic Aging for Life online magazine
Katy Bowman Nutritious Movement website
Dynamic Aging book by Katy Bowman
Beating the Odds article by Joan’s husband Willis Allen describing their hike to the top of Vernal and Nevada Falls
McLaren Coaching (life coach training)
Half Dome Joan uses
Washington Post article “Don’t want to retire? Here’s how to maintain a fulfilling career into your 80s and beyond” featuring Joan
Breaking the Age Code book by Becca Levy
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Functional Aging Group Exercise Specialist Certification
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