In the first inspiring episode of the "Silver and Strong" podcast, host Ilene Block kicks things off with the awe-inspiring stories of two dynamic women, Susan Guidi and Renee Landers, who are redefining what it means to age with grace, strength, and determination. Susan, a fierce 66-year-old competitive bodybuilder, shares her incredible journey of transforming her health, mindset, and physique, proving that age is just a number when it comes to living your best life. Alongside her, Renee recounts her own path to rebirth as a fitness competitor at the age of 69 years young!
The episode uncovers their unique experiences, the challenges they've overcome, and their unrelenting commitment to fitness and self-improvement. "Silver and Strong" isn't just a podcast about aging gracefully; it's a testament to the indomitable spirit of women who are boldly rewriting the narrative.
Susan Guidi
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Renee Landers
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Ilene Block
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Timestamps:
00:01:09 - Introduction to Silver and Strong
00:01:18 - Introduction of Susan Guidi and Renee Landers
00:02:38 - Renee’s fitness journey and first competition at 69
00:06:51 - Susan's backstory and life transformation
00:09:58 - Susan’s turning point
00:12:00 - "What if Wonder Woman were 66?" - Susan’s one-woman show
00:12:26 - Ilene's transition from a legal career to becoming a fitness competitor and coach
00:16:20 - Guests share their favorite parts of competing
00:19:44 - The hardest parts of competition preparation
00:25:20 - Surprises encountered during prep or at the show
00:29:20 - Reflections on what they would do differently in their fitness journeys
00:34:43 - Differences in competing as a 60-year-old
00:41:30 - Joan MacDonald makes a cameo
00:42:33 - Discussion on Global Bodybuilding Organization
00:47:56 - Closing
