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Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill493: She Beat Leukemia By Building Muscle: The Truth About Building Muscle After 50 with Helen FritschWhat happens when a 56-year-old woman who's never lifted weights walks into a gym and decides to compete in bodybuilding, and then were diagnosed with leukemia at 57? Most people would scale back, play it safe, maybe give up entirely. But Helen Fritsch did the opposite – she doubled down on building muscle. Helen never entered a weight room until her late 50s - she thought it was "for boys only." As a flight attendant and certified wine specialist, she spent decades doing cardio and avoiding heavy weights. At 56, she gave herself one month to prep for her first co...
2025-11-1846 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 45 yr. old Lauren Roxburgh! Fascia expert, International Best Selling Author, Wellness Educator!Lauren Roxburgh found her calling at the early age of 16. She painfully witnessed her Mother's battle with Stage 4 breast cancer. She realized that the key to living a fullfilling, healthy, joyful life was a holistic aproach and was inspired to find ways to help prevent disease and learn how to thrive, not just survive! She emerged with degrees in nutrition and exercise physiology. Certifications in Classical Pilates, meditation, yoga and Reiki and started working with clients like Gwenyth Paltrow, LaBron James incorporating Fascia releasing techniques( Rolfing) to help them find alignment and healing helping them to cnnect to their aut...
2023-10-181h 10
Age is IrrelevantMeet 70 yr. old Linda Cohn! World Champion Track and Field AthleteDon't let 70 year old Linda Cohn's soft demeanor fool you! She's a household name in the masters track and field community racking up over 900 medals in the last 20 years, consistently winning national and world championship titles and breaking national and world records at the same time! But most importantly though, having a lot of fun on this journey with fellow masters athletes! You can be any age to start your story she says. She definitely knows this first hand as she started her track and field journey at age 50. In this episode we'll hear about her life growing up, q...
2023-10-0352 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 90 yr. old Dot Sowerby! Track and Field World Record Holder, Author, Ambassador.At 90 yers old Dot Sowerby is a force to be recockoned with! Little did she know that at the age of 50, when she decided to take up running that she would become a track and field star racking up 150 medals over the next 40 years, breaking American and World Records along the way as well as writing a book and becoming an Ambassador to a worthy organization. An inspirational conversation proving that it's never to late to start exercising regardless of your age or corcumstances! A must listen conversation!
2023-08-2148 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 78 yr. old Marla Sweeney! Spartan Race Champion!Don't let 78 yr. old Marla Sweeney's age fool you! This Spartan race champion has had a lifetime full of obstables, adversities and health issues, yet her " eyes always foreward" approach to life and positive mindset has led her a plethora of championships in the Spartan Community. Inspired by her son, who competes in Spartan races, she went from a "no exercise" routine to completeing her first Spartan Sprint in 2016 at age 70 and she has never looked back! She's the first female athlete to podium over 70 on a trail race and the only racer over 70 to do the Spartan World...
2023-07-281h 11
Age is IrrelevantMeet 66 yr. old Linda Franklin! State, National, World Masters PowerliftingChampion!A tomboy growing up, Linda was always on the go. Extremely active as a child, she participated in many athletic activities. Even after being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 26, she still had an "eyes always forward" approach and continued her athletic endeavors. Mid Life brought more athletic success with her becoming a champion soccer player, but also took dramatic turns with multiple surgeries and two bouts of melanoma. She still never lost her drive getting back in the gym and then finding her true passion… Powerlifting! She has never looked back ultimately becoming a Masters World Champion! A grea...
2023-06-051h 17Age is IrrelevantMeet 83 yr. old Karmela Waldman! Holocaust survivor, Therapist, Podcast Host!I had the privilege to interview 83 yr old Holocaust survivor Karmela Waldman. Born in 1939 in Yugoslavia, just a few short years later she found herself escaping with her mother from Nazi home invaders. Her mother realized they had to separate and Karmela found herself being hidden at a Catholic Convent/School. She held on to her Jewish heritage while learning all things Catholic. After Russian allies liberated Belgrade she eventually reunited with her mother. Hear her compelling story, how she stayed true to her Jewish heritage at such a young age, her family life today and some fun anecdotes t...
2023-05-2050 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 62 yr. old Helen Polise! "The" TikTok Teacher Sensation, TV Commercial Director, Cancer Survivor.Helen Polise is a force of nature, a champion and a true representative of an Age Is Irrelevant woman! A TV Commercial director for 30+ years, she pivoted during the pandemic and became a TikTok sensation accumulating almost 1,000,000 followers teaching tutorials on how to use the social media platform. Then, literally overnight, she had the health scare of her life. Hear how she faced this life altering situation and how she used this health scare to inspire others documenting her journey and still teaching along the way. Her positive mindset, grit and determination are true characteristics of a champion...in...
2023-04-281h 06
Fit to Lead by Allison JacksonEpisode #157 -- Meet 65-year-old Figure Competitor & Fitness Coach Helen FritschFed up with stereotypes and seeing women give up on their dreams mostly due to age, 65-year old Helen Fritsch was determined to create change and make a difference. She envisioned a podcast that showcased strong, smart women defying age barriers, so she created The Age is Irrelevant podcast show. Helen’s on a mission to inspire and empower women. She believes that age should never define you or govern your way of thinking. She advocates that it’s never too late to jump outside of the box and take that leap of faith to get you where you want...
2023-04-2314 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 70 yr. old Suzanne DePaoli! Pro Barrel Horse Racer, Horse Trainer, Cattle Rancher and Rodeo Queen!Suzanne DePaoli is not your average 70 yr old! Growing up on a farm, her love for horses started very young. At age 19, she turned Pro in Barrel Racing and has never looked back! Today, this rodeo queen still competes on a regular basis throughout the year, works on her 900 head cattle ranch with her husband in Canada, trains horses, coaches other aspiring barrel racers as well as spends quality time with her family, writes songs and sings! Whew! An inspiration to all who know her! We had a great conversation about life on the farm, racing, training, how she t...
2023-04-0945 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 54 yr old Dr. Mary Claire Haver! Board Certified OB/GYN, Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist and Menopause Expert!Dr. Mary Claire Haver is no ordinary OB/GYN! After personally experiencing her own bout with Menopause, Dr. Haver took a deep dive into the science of menopause, aging and inflammation beyond what she was taught in school and residency. She emerged with an evidence-based program so women could wisely invest in their most undervalued asset...their health! This was a very informative discussion about all things in all phases of menopause. Causes, treatment options and most importantly letting women know that " You don't have to suffer anymore!"
2023-03-1756 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 73 yr. old Ruth Yunker! Writer, Humorist, World Traveler!Ruth Yunker has a definite Joie de Vivre! She became a world traveler at a very young age finding herself immersed in Paris solo for weeks on end several different times growing up. Today at 73, she's facing her third trimester in life with confidence, a sense of curiosity, quick wit and personal power. As a writer of 40 years, living a multi-faceted life at home and abroad, she has written 3 books about her journey/love for Paris and her journey to Ageless. A fun, candid chat about exploring the world and achieving the confidence to unapologetically live your best life...
2023-03-031h 08Age is IrrelevantMeet 70 yr old Karen Hurley! World Record Holder Power Lifter, Equestrian, Mental Health Professional!Little did 70 yr old Karen Hurley know that her new found love of horses in her 40's would lead her to a World Record Title in Powerlifting at 69! Hear how Karen got into weight lifting, what it's like to be an older female lifter and the importance of challenging oneself! A true inspitation!
2023-02-201h 18
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr old Life Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker Kwavi Agbeyegbe!Kwavi has been a go-getter from a very early age! Inspired by her Father, she was always planning, going and doing. She loved getting up on stage, debating, speaking in front of others. Little did she know that these qualities would eventually help her help women from around the world to embrace the second chapter of their lives by unleashing their inner goals and desires and empowering them to create the life of their dreams as they thrive and shine in midlife! Hear how her motivational, fun style and simple, yet practical suggestions inspire her clients to take action...
2023-02-0956 minAge is IrrelevantMeet Yolanda Holder! 65 yr. old World Champion Ultra Marathon Walker, 2X Guinness World Record holder, Inspirational Speaker and Author!When Yolanda holder turned 50 she wanted to do some thing special for herself. Some of her friends were taking extravagant trips, one friend climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, but she didn't want to do that. She decided that she wanted to walk. Walk 50 marathons in 50 weeks! Well, not only did she accomplish that goal, but tacked on 16 more for a total of 66 marathons in 50 weeks, AND she has never looked back becoming world champion and breaking world records along the way! Today, At 64 years young, hear about her latest accomplishments, how she originally got started into walking, her joys in life, an...
2023-01-291h 02Age is IrrelevantMeet 40 year old Fitness Instructor, Figure Olympian, Cover Fitness Model, Podcast Host and Successful Entrepreneur Felicia Romero!Felicia Romero learned at an early age from her Mother on how to be a become a succesful, disciplined athlete. Not only was she a star athlete in school, she went on to compete in bodybuilding shows, gracing the Olympia stage 5 times! She graced the covers of fitness magazines 8 times while buying/running/operating gyms. A staple on local and national TV promoting fitness, she realized that she had a wealth of knowledge that she wanted to share. Today, she successfully mentors entrepreneurs and fitness coaches helping them build their businesses and their brands. Such a positive role model...
2022-12-041h 11Age is IrrelevantMeet 43 yr old Finance expert, Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, Author and Philanthropist Candy Valentino!At age 19, Candy Valentino started a business with no degree, no corporate background, no money and no Internet! Today she is a business powerhouse who was able to retire at age 40. How did she get from there to here? She got uncomfortable, she stepped out into the unknown, she took that leap of faith. She started, scaled and successfully sold businesses as well as created a vast real estate portfolio investing and flipping properties. She been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, Inc., CNBC, Business Insider, Wall Street Journal to name a few. She has received countless national awards, founded...
2022-11-1538 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 46 tr. old Mental Edge Coach, Motivational Speaker, Author Darleen Santore aka Coach Dar!When Coach Darleen Santore walks into a room, her infectious smile lights up the entire area and when Darlene Santore speaks...people listen! You can't help but get pulled in to her aura of positivity. As a mental edge coach and motivational speaker she helps people get "unstuck", raise the bar in their lives and break free so that they can breakthrough to reignite their hearts to live a purposeful life. She has had a proven track record in leading professional athletes from all leagues and CEOs to elevate their standards and inspire positive changes to impact not only...
2022-10-251h 05Age is IrrelevantMeet 65 yr. old Julie Holt! 2022 'Fittest Woman on Earth" CrossFit World Champion!Julie Holt made it known to the world in August of 2022 that she was a force to be reckoned with! At age 65, she claimed the title "Fittest Women on Earth" at the 2022 World CrossFit Games. Whaaaat??? A life long competitive athlete, Julie adopted a winning atitude at an early age. Her passion for basketball led to playing 4 years in college and then coaching basketball for 25 years at the University of the Pacific, University of Nevada, UNLV and Head Coach At Gonzaga and Head Coach at University of Idaho. Not only did she coach at these schools but, she trained...
2022-09-231h 28Age is IrrelevantMeet Clare Morrow! 50 yr old Fitness/Nutrition Coach,IFBB Masters Bikini Pro, Author, TikTok Star!50 yr old Clare Morrow is a force to be reckoned with! Over weight and out of shape in her 40's she went "cold turkey" and transformed her life and has never looked back! Hear about her transformation that she and her husband went through, how she got started into bodybuilding, why she bacame on online fitness and nutrition coach, why she decided to write a book called "You Can't Outrun A Fork" and how TikTok has catapulted her into a major influencer helping almost 1,000,000 women along the way!
2022-09-1747 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 61 yr old Gail Gensler! Pro-Ager, Boxer, Brand Ambassador, Cover Girl.Fit and fabulous! Gail Gensler is changing the narrative around aging through fitness and embracing a healthy lifestyle from a "real woman's" perspective. A vibrant, healthy lifestyle is achievable regardless of age! She believes that age should never determine one's lifestyle, appearance and most certainly what type of work-outs you do! She's here to break down the barriers of institutional ageism influencing all ages along the way!
2022-07-1052 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 71 yr old International Marathon Hall of Fame Swimmer Pat Gallant-Charette!Little did Pat Gallant-Charette know that her brother's untimely death would lead her to become a world record holder and International Marathon Hall of Fame swimmer. As a full time Mom and full time nurse, she never had time for sports until her son challenged her to join him in paying tribute to her brother by doing a 2.4 mile ocean open water swim...after a year of training at 47, she completed the Peaks to Portland race and has never looked back claiming several world records and many achievements and accolades along the way! A very inspiring story that will...
2022-06-0850 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 58 yr old Functional Health Coach, Hormone Specialist, Author, Presenter Debra Atkinson!Debra Atkinson is no stranger to the health and fitness industry! With 38 years under her belt, she has helped over 250,000 women " flip" their second chapter with the vitality and energy that they want! LIsten to this best selling author, hormone specialist and TEDx presenter talk all about Menopause and what we can do to lessen the burden of this "4 letter word"!
2022-05-251h 03Age is IrrelevantMeet 69 yr. old Dr. Lynn Anderson! Naturopath, Author,Yoga Therapist, Karma Master,Public Figure.Little did Dr. Lynn know what an impact it would be growing up in a small fishing village off the coast of Maine. Eating organically, using natural resources and spending quality time with family has come full circle! Today, she uses those experiences along with her wealth of knowledge from being a Naturopath, Herbologist, Aromatherapist, Successful Author/Writer, Yoga Therapist, Karma Master, Lecturer, Radio Talk Show Host, Producer andt conversation that you don't want to miss! has helped so many people thrive at life! A great conversation that you don't want to miss!
2022-05-091h 07Age is IrrelevantMeet Dr. Susan Brown, PhD! Medical Anthropologist, Nutritionist, Author, Bone Expert.Live stronger longer! A mantra Dr. Susan Brown lives by. She has devoted 40+ years proving every woman can build strong bones naturally. She has authored a best selling book and written over 1000 articles on ph balance and alkaline health. Hear about her research, supplementation, a healthy alkaline diet, her 6 point natural program, and ways to strong bone health. Her natural approach to bone health has helped thousands of women live long, productive lives! It's never too late to improve your diet and natural bone health!
2022-03-1551 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 41 yr old Beth Bradley! Yoga Trapeze Instructor, Recovering Alcohol and Drug Addict.At 8 yrs old, Beth Bradley's life came to a stand still. Her father committed suicide. From that point forward, she did everything in her power to stop feeling, which eventually led to drug and alcohol addictions, eating disorders and general self sabotaging behaviours. Hear her account of life as a child after her father's death, being stuck in her pain which led her down a very destructive path to how she finally overcame these obstacles and demons to live a fullfilling, joyful and abundant life today! Truly an inspiration!
2022-02-2455 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 57 yr. old Senior Master Soulcycle Instructor Sue Molnar!Sue Molnar hated spin class the first time she took a class. All her friends were doing it so she kept trying, realizing that if she played her own music she could love it. And so the journey began, getting certified and started teaching in LA and in a rear lobby on W72 St in NYC, where Soulcycle started. Little did she know her Soulcycle journey would help her get through Endometrial cancer as well as other tough struggles up to today! Hear her open, raw conversation about life, love and the pursuit of the bike!
2022-02-1753 minAge is IrrelevantMeet 81 yr. old Vicky Durand! Author, Surfer,Educator, Fashion Designer.Surfs up! Catch a wave! Wipeout! Terms Vicky Durand and her Mom Betty were very familiar with back in the 1950's. Two pioneer surfers who were passionate about this sport. Vicky wrote "Wave Woman The Life and Struggles of a Surfing Pioneer" a love letter about her larger-than-life mother's zest for life and love of adventure. An inspiring story revealing important life lessons to anyone searching for self-confidence, fulfillment and happiness! A must-read for those who are following their dreams...at ANY age!
2022-01-2657 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 53 yr. old Facial Intelligence Expert Michelle Butt!Wouldn't you love to be able to walk into a room, look around at the people there and know exactly who you were going to bond with?? Facial expressions are the universal language of emotion and Michelle Butt helps coaches, consultants, sales people and leaders not only read people and their facial expressions but also helps them remove barriers they have to living their most prosperous lives! A very insightful discussion about human behavior and facial nuances you don't want to miss!
2021-12-1358 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr. old Beth Shaw! Founder of YogaFit, Best Selling Author, Educator, Philanthropist.At 6 yrs. old, Beth Shaw knew she was destined for world wide acclaim! A creative visionary, she manifested becoming a successful entrepreneur and didn't disappoint! Beth was passionate about sharing her expertise and revolutionized the fitness industry by bringing Yoga into mainstream US and Canada in 1994 and founded YogaFit International, which has certified over 250,000 instructors worldwide. As a best selling author, her 4 books have received numerous international accolades. A woman with a mission, she continues to transform lives around the world!
2021-11-2552 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet Lauren Fernandez! Secret Service Agent and Author.Lauren Fernandez always knew she was bound for a different life. With the support of her family she pursued her dream of working for the Secret Service! Hear about her life as an agent, the training involved, what it was like working in that male dominated environment at the White House, how she got the nickname " Talk Back Barbie" and why she decided to write a book about her behind the scenes adventure while at the Secret Service! A fun, fascinating hour!
2021-11-0955 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 45 yr old Annabelle Hopper. Ironman and Mt. Kilimanjaro Climber!You won't find Annabelle Hopper hanging around the house watching soaps and eating junk food. However, you will find her lifting weights, swimming, running, hiking in her home town or in exotic locations around the world! Definitely a force to be reckoned with,however, her early life wasn't easy. She gained 60 pounds but was finally was able to lose that weight which motivated her to start running, which eventually led her to complete the Ironman and successfully climb Mt. Kilimanjaro! She continues to conquer new challenges inspiring other women along the way!
2021-10-261h 00
Age is IrrelevantMeet 60 yr. old Jodi Harrison Bauer! World Bikini Champion,Radio Show /Podcast Host, Oldest Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Applicant!60 yr. old Jodi Harrison Bauer doesn't let any dust settle in her path! After walking away from an unhappy marriage, she has never looked back, fearlessly living her truth, pursuing her goals and dreams, not waiting or asking for permission to find her joy nor staying complacent and staying in the box society wanted her to stay in! After hearing she was " too old" to compete in fitness shows she was determined to live the life she deserved, aging fiercely along the way, empowering women of all ages through fitness and nutrition to feel powerful, vibrant and fearless! She...
2021-10-091h 01
Age is IrrelevantMeet 69 yr. old Ginny MacColl! Dancer, Actress, Swimmer and Oldest Female American Ninja Warrior!69 year old Ginny MacColl's motto is "Strength is Ageless" and she has exemplified this through out her life! Ginny is a prime example of how movement is so beneficial to an active, productive life. As a Broadway dancer, competitive swimmer and actress she was always active and always on the go. Life took a dramatic turn when she stepped into a gym for the first time at 63! She got incredibly strong, mastered the pull-up and became America's oldest female Ninja Warrior! She continues to get stronger, compete and advocates lifting weights and exercising to live a long, healthy life!
2021-09-271h 14
Age is IrrelevantInstagram Live Q & A with 64 yr old bodybuilders Julia Olson and Helen FritschIf you missed the live interview on Instagram listen here for a recap to a great Q & A session with Julie Olson and myself! We cover a wide variety of topics geared towards women over 50 including starting a fitness regime, diet and meal prepping, macro counting, what's involved in bodybuilding shows, community and much more!
2021-09-201h 10
Age is IrrelevantMeet Coach Paul Revelia! Bodybuilder, Powerlifter, Owner of Team Pro Physique LLCIf you are into fitness and bodybuilding then Paul Revelia is no stranger to you! As a masters athlete, I decided I wanted to have a guest on the show who is passionate about serving other masters athletes and Paul just happened to fit the bill! As the owner/head coach of Team Pro Physique, Paul has developed a powerhouse team of female masters bodybuilding athletes who are taking the NPC and IFBB bodybuilding leagues by storm! Why are they so successful? Listen to hear about his philosophies on older athletes, mindset, training, diet and much more! An episode...
2021-09-1345 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 47 yr. old Angela Herzner! Fire Fighter/EMT, National Masters Track and Field and Bodybuilding Champion!Angela Herzner is literally a jack of all trades! She's a Fire Fighter/EMT by trade but in her off time you'll find this multi-sport champion at the gym training for masters bodybuilding shows or on the track, training for masters track and field events. A successful track and field athlete in high school, college and post graduating( she qualified for the Olympic Trials in 2004!) as well as fitness competitor, she hung up her spikes and heels to start working as a firefighter/EMT as well as raise a family. At age 40, she returned to her first love of...
2021-08-281h 02
Hi Felicia PodcastEp. 125 - Age Is Irrelevant with Helen FritschIn this episode I chat with Helen Fritsch. IFBB Pro, athlete, and still killing all of her goals at the age of 64. She is here to show women that regardless of your age, you can redefine and rebrand "over the hill" and "old age" and pursue your dreams, goals and aspirations. It's all about positive mindset, self-confidence, determination and surrounding yourself with like-minded people To help you achieve your goals regardless of your age! Resources: follow her on IG https://www.instagram.com/helenfritsch_ifbbpro/ Check out her site: https://www.ag...
2021-08-2738 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 64 yr. old Jackie Halligan! Fitness/Pilates instructor and social media sensation!This retired PE teacher from Ireland didn't sit around during Covid putting on the quarantine 15! She put her time to good use achieving several certifications online and started teaching fitness and Pilates classes online through Zoom. 140,000 followers later on social media, she is a motivational delight! Inspiring thousands of women around the world to get fit and keep moving during these tough times! If you're not bedazzled by her story, you'll definitely be bedazzled by her Irish accent!
2021-08-181h 12
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr old Martina Kwan! 3 X Champion Race Car Driver, Emmy and Telly Award Winner, Entrepreneur, Mindset Coach.Martina Kwan is a busy woman! If she's not winning races in her Porsche 911 you may find her behind the helm at DK Racing School, running her high-end luxury outdoor furniture company or perhaps helping women reach their highest potential as a Mindset/Confidence Coach! Unhappily married and stuck in a rut, at age 50, Martina had an " ah ha" moment that would change her life and she's never looked back! Today, she's here to inspire and convey to people, especially women, that it's never too late to accomplish anything, at any age!
2021-07-191h 05
Age is IrrelevantMeet 73 yr old Kathleen O'Brien! Author, Teacher, Pro-Ager AdvocateBack in the 1980's and 1990's, if you called 411, you heard Kathleen's voice. Today, you still hear her voice through her latest book, "Reclaim Your Right To Grow Old"! One part manifesto, one part field guide to ditching youth obsession and embracing age with style, class and lots of laughs! Now you can concentrate on yourself and celebrate "Elderhood" ....celebrating the most significant time of your life!
2021-06-301h 14
Confessions of a Bikini ProHELEN FRITSCH; Age is Irrelevant, Competing with Cancer, Expect a RollercoasterToday Celeste interviews Helen Fritsch, a 63 year old dynamo who does it all and doesn't let her age dictate her drive! Helen hosts a podcast called Age is Irrelevant where she talks with other athletes about their accomplishments at any age! As a former collegiate track and field athlete, Helen is a life-long competitor. She describes her unpredictable schedule working as a flight attendant and how she manages to stay on track even with all of the travel! With all of her accomplishments and her longevity, Helen believes that mindset is the key to keeping her fire lit. Believing...
2021-06-251h 19
Age is IrrelevantMeet 69 yr old Dr. Joan Ifland! Food Addiction Specialist, Author, Editor, Innovator.Dr. Joan Ifland has been creating breakthroughs in recovery from food addiction since 1999. Selected by the Oprah Winfrey Network as food addiction specialist, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and Innovator in food addiction recovery programs, she has helped people recover from this diet related disease by focusing on addiction to processed foods! She currently runs several online approaches to recovery. Joan is also a food addict in recovery!
2021-06-181h 17
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr old Lorna Kleidman! 5 X World Kettle Bell Sport Champion, Author, Personal Trainer!At 55, Lorna Kleidman is a force to be reckoned with! This 5 X World Kettlebell Sport Champion continues to break national records previously held by women in their 30's! As a young child though, she had debilitating asthma, making it impossible to play sports or games with classmates. She found her "WHY" in her late 20's after joining a gym. As she started boxing, aerobics classes and running. She conquered her asthma and eventually found Kettlebell Sport and has never looked back! Today, she serves women over 40 with LornaFit, her online fitness program designed to help women make healthy choices...
2021-06-011h 02
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr. old Carrie Verrocchio! Speaker, Author, Transformational/Mindset Coach and Podcaster.The night before Carrie's brother died of cancer, he told her to embrace every moment of life and live a life of passion. Prior to this, she was "stuck" in life with a fixed mindset and going no where. At that moment, she promised her brother not only to help herself but became a transformational /mindset coach and author who would help others embrace life, overcome their excuses and live the life they were created to live! Hear about her life's journey, her own cancer diagnosis and her "AHA" moment with her Mother. A compelling story....
2021-05-151h 15
Age is IrrelevantMeet Entrepreneur, Business Mentor, Top Podcast Host and Best Selling Author Lindsey Schwartz!Women are not meant to do business or life alone! Powerhouse Women founder, Lindsey Schwartz lives by this motto! At a young age, she knew she was "meant for more". At one point she was "stuck" listening to her own nonsense about not being good enough or smart enough. Once she "got out of her own way", she was able to find success! Today, she helps other women pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams through community and mentorship collaborating, sharing resources and genuinely rooting for women to win!
2021-04-151h 09
Age is IrrelevantMeet 50 yr. old International Personal Stylist Traci Jeske!If you're over 50, "frumpy" and "grumpy" don't have to be apart of your vocabulary when it coms to your style, says International Personal Stylist Traci Jeske! This fabulous fashionista lets her wardrobe and her style dictate her path in life these days. Strolling the streets in northern Italy, where she lives, she brings so much inspiration, edge, variety and fun to her local and world wide clients! It's time to level up your glamour game and unapologetically create and live your most epic second act ever!
2021-03-2359 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 3 X Ninja Warrior, Celebrity Fitness Trainer, Published Fitness Model AND Biochemist Angela Gargano!She may be only 30 yrs. old, but Angela Gargano is a huge force to be reckoned with! This 3 X Ninja Warrior has experienced incredible highs and devastating lows in her life time. Each setback forced her to pull strength from within to rise back up to the top! Her resiliency, determination and drive were key proponents to her success. Age truly is irrelevant when it comes to mindset and Angela's life story is an excellent reminder of this!
2021-02-281h 05
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr. old Producer, Model, "Empowered Aging" Ambassador Karen Williams!Karen Williams is a woman on a mission! This 55 yr. old pro-aging advocate is out to disrupt fear-based associations with aging and to promote ways in which people can naturally enhance vitality and celebrate change! She produces content that illuminates the ways in which people 50+ are living and thriving! Returning to modeling after almost a 3 decade absence, Karen wants to increase the visibility of diverse people over 50 in beauty and fashion and is succeeding every step of the way!
2021-02-061h 19
Age is IrrelevantMeet 45 yr. old Body/Brain Longevity Advisor, Gerontologist Dr. Nicole Marcione!Aging optimally is something we all strive to do, and luckily 45 yr. old Dr. Nicole Marcione is here to help guide us along the way! As a Gerontologist and Longevity advisor, she strives to show women that we need to age with intention! Our lifestyle dictates 80% of our longevity. How we treat our bodies determines how we age. Hear her top tips for longevity, how a positive mindset is key in the aging process and how you can get a free 30 day brain/longevity tips course!
2020-12-291h 03
Age is IrrelevantMeet 48 yr. old Entrepreneur, Style Expert and Resilient Re-Inventor Icon Karen Mangeney!Karen Mangeney is no stranger to adversity! This 48 yr old has re-invented herself numerous times in her life due to setbacks. At the age of 6, she started working in her parent's hair salon and learned the art of the "hustle" and she's never looked back! When faced with road blocks, hard knocks and hardship in her life, instead of giving up, she stood up to the challenges she faced along the way and conquered them! Her resilience and perseverance to succeed no matter what is inspirational, motivational and transformational! I'm proud to call her my friend!
2020-11-291h 19
Age is IrrelevantMeet 70 yr. old Volleyball Hall of Famer, Coach, Professor, Author and Radio Host Sharkie Zartman!Sharkie Zartman is winning at aging! How? This 70 yr. old treats aging like she's training for a sport. This former world class athlete reminds us that getting older is a challenge, an opportunity and a privilege while laying out simple guidelines that ensure a sporting chance of retaining a full and vibrant life regardless of age! We can not control the process of aging but we can control how we age! Using a sporting analogy is a proactive approach that empowers us to focus on what we can do versus what we can't.
2020-11-131h 09
Age is IrrelevantMeet 53 yr. old wellness/fitness specialist, author and motivational speaker Pam Sherman!One day, Pam Sherman was out for a run. What happened next was a blur but it forced her to change her course in life and start a new path which has had a positive, profound affect not only on her own life but the lives of thousands of others! Her mission is to spread her word....Your Health Is Your Wealth!...to as many people as possible! Today, at 53, she is the fittest she has ever been and a great role model proving it's never too late to start taking care of your health and your life! Truly, a...
2020-10-141h 01
Age is IrrelevantMeet 62 yr. old World Renowned, Iconic Napa Valley Winemaker Heidi Barrett!If you're into good wine, then the name Heidi Barrett is no stranger to you! Born and raised in Napa Valley with a scientist winemaker Father and artist Mother, it was no surprise that she was drawn into the wine industry. Working at various wineries and vineyards locally and abroad, her incredible wealth of experience helped her blend the art of science and winemaking like few can! With an impressive client list and 5 - 100 point scored wines, hear how Heidi continues to "WOW" the wine world today.
2020-09-0957 min
Coffee and Tea with CarrieVeeAge is Irrelevant with Helen FritschHelen Fritsch is the creator of the Age is Irrelevant Podcast - a show devoted to women in their 40's, 50's, 60's and beyond who want to redefine "over the hill," smash age barriers, and rediscover happiness and success. It's never too late to start in a new chapter in your life. Helen's desire is to help make the aging process and those "twilight years" more rewarding, exciting, and fun. Helen's story will inspire you to take action and stop making excuses. Connect with Helen:https://www.ageisirrelevant.com @helenfritsch_ifbbproRadical Empowerment Method:https://www.coachcarriev.com/radicalempowermentmethod
2020-09-0842 min
Age is IrrelevantBack for a repeat visit! Fitness/Internet Sensations, Mother/Daughter Duo Michelle(49) and Joan(74) MacDonald!Back for a repeat visit...dazzling, dynamic mother/daughter duo Joan and Michelle MacDonald are taking the fitness world and social media by storm! Hear how their lives have changed since we last caught up a year ago. Inspirational, motivational and transformational, Joan and Michelle are not only passionate about their own fitness transformations but they are inspiring women, young and old, ALL over the world, that mindset, determination and hard work ALWAYS pay off!
2020-07-291h 05
Age is IrrelevantMeet 63 yr old double organ transplant recipient, triple bypass surgery patient, former Diabetic and Art Professor Julie Johnson Olson!Julie Johnson Olson is not a martyr or a victim! She very well could of taken that path considering ALL her lifetime health challenges and complications! Instead, she proactively forged forward dealing with and conquering obstacles, hurdles and life threatening health issues. Hear how an early Diabetes diagnosis led her to many severe health complications, organ transplants and triple bypass surgery, yet she never gave up along the way. Today at 63, she is a thriving art professor, world traveler and body builder. A true inspiration for us all!
2020-07-201h 11
The Over 50 Health & Wellness PodcastAge is Irrelevant with Helen FritschText us a comment or question!My guest this week is Helen Fritsch. Helen is a 63 year old life-long competitive athlete, a flight attendant, a certified personal trainer, an IFBB body building pro, a certified wine specialist, a cancer survivor, a nutrition coach, and host of the Age is Irrelevant podcast. Helen is also a published fitness model and writer, and has been featured in magazines such as Oxygen, Define, Center Stage, Up Front, and Max Sports & Fitness. Recently Helen was chosen to be an Elite Ambassador for Oxygen Fitness Magazine. She believes that age is irrelevant to p...
2020-07-1054 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 47 yr. old former Miss Universe, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Professional Life Coach Michelle McClean Bailey!Former Miss Universe, Michelle McLean Bailey, it's not your ordinary beauty queen! Winning the coveted title at 19 years of age, representing Namibia, Africa, she used her platform to help empower women around the world as well as set up philanthropic charities devoted to children! Hear about her journey to winning the Miss Universe title, how passionate she is in helping women become skilled and resilient, opening up a primary school for children in Africa and how gratitude and being grateful makes all of this possible!
2020-06-3057 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 74 yr. old retired CEO, Health and Wellness Coach and Body Builder Dr. Maria Cristina Sheehan!"There is NO ceiling on our level of fitness!" claims 74 yr. old Dr. Maria Cristina Sheehan! She's living proof, living her best life at age 74! The retired CEO took up fitness training at age 69 and has never looked back. Presently, she trains and competes in bodybuilding shows, is a health and wellness coach and inspires many other women along the way. Hear her success story inside and outside of the gym and how she fearlessly faces the aging process!
2020-06-151h 12
Age is IrrelevantMeet 42 yr old Empowerment coach, Celebrity Make-up artist, Beauty and Wellness consultant and Podcast Host Roxanne Saffaie!Roxanne Saffaie is a game changer! Don't let her 42 yrs young status fool you. Her "Life is a Sport" mantra has her waking up every day ready to live her life to her highest capacity! No stranger to a challenge, she continuously pursues excellence with passion, purpose and a vision. Hear how her upbringing instilled boldness, courage, resilience and a "greatness" mindset to develop an "Allergic to Average" mentality. How chasing excellence makes her heart beat faster, what the "4 S's" are and when you're authentically consistent, life just keeps getting better!
2020-05-191h 20
Age is IrrelevantMeet 65 yr old Angela Paul! Author, International Model, Political Activist, Life and Wellness CoachAngela Paul lets no dust settle underneath her feet! Born and raised in Yorkshire, England, she started traveling the world in her teens modeling in Europe, Asia and Japan. She met her husbanding her 20's and moved to California to be with him. Since then she has worked on her 35 yr meditation practice, written 2 books, leads relationship/personal transformation workshops and still models! Her outlook on aging gracefully from the inside out is insightful and thought provoking. A must listen!
2020-05-101h 12
Age is IrrelevantMeet 85 yr. old World Record Holder Pole Vaulter Flo Meiler!When 85 yr. old Flo Filion Meiler walks onto a track, ALL eyes are on her! She started her track and field career at age 60 merely by chance! A friend pleaded with her to give the long jump a go at a Senior Games event when she and her husband were there competing in tennis. She complied and hasn't looked back since accumulating over 750 medals and numerous state, national, international and world records in Pole Vaulting. Her life story is compelling and her drive to continue to compete and break more records is inspiring!
2020-04-1046 min
Chosen By Jesus with Kelley Tyan and Taylor TyanWhy Age Is Irrelevant With 62 Yr Fitness Model Old Helen FritschHelen Fritsch popped up on my screen as I was scrolling Instagram one day. I was so intrigued by her physical appearance because at 62, she looked incredible and I had to know her secrets. Listen in today as we discuss where her daily motivation comes from, her willingness to not ever give up on herself, and why she believes everyone can achieve their dreams, and dream body, at any age. I hope this episode changes the way you think about yourself and your life. If Helen can do it, so can you! https://www.instagram.com/h...
2020-04-0249 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 65 yr old Project Runway Finalist and Fashion Designer Nancy Volpe Beringer!At 58 years old, Nancy had an "aha" moment! She left a secure job, enrolled back in school and received her fashion degree and she hasn't looked back! She has been designing under her own label, been featured in an array of fashion shows, designing for private couture clients, winning fashion awards and was the oldest finalist of reality TV show Project Runway! She's living proof that it's never too late to follow your passion, regardless of age or circumstances!
2020-03-3154 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 53 yr. old Olympia Fitness Champion Mia Finnegan! Wellness/Accountability coach, leadership expert and speaker!Mia Finnegan is no stranger to success! A competitive gymnast at age 8, her drive, perseverance and positive mindset led her to numerous athletic achievements, awards and titles including the prestigious first title of Fitness World Champion at the Olympia in 1995. She has graced the cover/been a contributing writer to numerous fitness magazines, hosted DVD's and TV shows and recently did a stint on the Real Housewives of Orange County as Tamra Judge's PT. We talk about her athletic achievements, her family life and a family tragedy. A Compelling story from an amazing woman!
2020-03-101h 06
Age is IrrelevantMeet 40 yr. old Integrative Clinical Nutritionist Inna Topiler Mooney!Inna Topiler Mooney always remembers being sick and not feeling well growing up. She was shuffled from one specialist to the next never getting any definitive answers to her health problems and concerns. She finally found a clinical nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner who helped her figure out the root causes of her issues. She was so impacted by her recovery that she left her Wall St. job to pursue a new career helping thousands of patients get to the root of their unsolved health issues and reclaim their health!
2020-02-271h 07
Age is IrrelevantMeet 75 yr. old World Champion Ironman Cherie Gruenfeld!Cherie Gruenfeld is a driven woman! Not only does she carry 3 college degrees, she is one of the most decorated Masters triathletes in the world today winning the World Ironman Championships in Hawaii 13 times! She has received many other awards and was on the Wheaties cereal box back in 2001! Hear how she got into racing, her philosophy on life, diet, training and her biggest passion today which is helping at-risk kids become the best they can be!
2020-02-1454 min
Powerhouse Women084: Why age is irrelevant when chasing your passion and how sharing our stories with others can save us with Fitness Pro and Podcast Host Helen FritschI believe that our age isn't so much a number, it's a MINDSET. I haven't talked a lot about this topic on the podcast before, but I'm always looking for and surrounding myself with examples of women who are challenging what society wants us to believe is possible in our 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond--women who are reinventing themselves, starting new businesses, going back to school (or performing hip hop choreography at NBA games...if you've heard me talk about my love for the Golden Grannies) When I met today's guest last fall I knew I...
2020-01-3035 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 40 yr old News Anchor Veteran and Fitness Entrepreneur, Kristen Crowley!Kristen Crowley found herself at a crossroad turning 40. The veteran TV news anchor decided to use her diverse background to make a difference in the wellness and fitness world! She quit her job and created WELLFITsocial, the largest networking event for wellness in her area, KC media and reFRAME your Mind + Body, a 5 step method to success. Turning 40 was the catalyst that drove her to push harder, live more and share her story hoping to inspire other women to do the same!
2020-01-1657 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 48 yr old fitness icon, best selling author, fat loss expert Natalie Jill!Meet 48 yr old Natalie Jill. Fat loss expert turned high performance coach who helps women age in reverse and level up their lives! She is gifted in helping women uncover what's holding them back from results and guiding them to uncover and then master their true passions and callings for a life that THRIVES! Best selling author, podcaster, cover model, Natalie has created a globally recognized brand with over 2.5 million followers on social media and is one of the top health and wellness influencers in the world.
2019-12-2258 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 66 yr old Canadian Sprinting World Record holder Karla Del Grande! Karla Del Grande started sprinting as a young child. She competed in high school, college and with local clubs. Life got busy but she maintained an active lifestyle. It wasn't until her mid 40's that she got serious about running again. At age 50 she started competing in Masters Track sprinting and the rest is history! 26 Canadian records and 8 World Records later she is still a force to be reckoned on the track at age 66! Hear her life story, her training regiment and how important her community of fellow masters track athletes are to her!
2019-12-041h 03
Age is IrrelevantMeet 54 yr old Susan Hoff! Napa Valley vineyard owner, WBFF Fitness Pro, Philanthropist.Susan Hoff is a woman with many missions! A corporate executive, fitness professional competitor, philanthropist and vineyard owner are just a few titles she owns. Hear how she worked her way up the corporate ladder at Best Buy, her fitness journey which led to a WBFF Pro title, her love of helping others through her philanthropic foundation and life as a vineyard proprietress producing amazing wine in the beautiful Napa Valley!
2019-11-201h 14
Age is IrrelevantMeet 58 yr. old Entrepreneur, IFBB Bodybuilding Pro and professional dancer/cheerleader Janet Lynn West!58 yr old Janet Lynn West is all about transitioning! She started off in the corporate world as a CPA but she turned her passion for fitness into a full time career as a personal trainer and left the corporate world behind. She started her own business helping others improve their fitness but still found time to cheer for the NFL, compete in bodybuilding shows and winning her Pro card. An international magazine cover fitness model, NPC judge, dance team member for an NBA basketball team and the title holder of several "best fo the best" in fitness titles, Janet...
2019-11-1057 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 61 yr. old Ultramarathoner and solo Atlantic Ocean Rower Shirley Thompson!61 yr. old Shirley Thompson is an extremist. Not only does she run Ultramarathons, come mid November of 2019 she will attempt to become the oldest person to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean from the Canary Islands to St. Barts! "You are never too old to be brave!" she says! Listen to her incredible life's journey going from smoking 3 packs of cigarettes a day to racing 150 miles through the Amazon Jungle to preparing to row across the Atlantic Ocean! Wow....just wow!!
2019-10-1952 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 67 yr old Retired RN and IFBB/NPC Bodybuilding Head Judge Sandy Williamson!67 yr old retired RN and IFBB/NPC Bodybuilding head judge Sandy Williamson has a story to tell! Hear about her life growing up. Her passion for nursing. Her dramatic weight gain followed by an extreme weight loss. When and what happened that got her hooked on bodybuilding. How she became a bodybuilding judge. Her life today on the road eating healthy and staying fit along the way!
2019-09-1156 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 51 yr. old Realtor,Bikini Competitor,CASA Advocate Tamra Trainer!51 year old Tamra Trainer is a woman of MANY talents! Not only is she a very successful, nationally recognized realtor in Las Vegas, she is a health coach, NPC bikini competitor, full time law student and CASA child advocate! Hear about her life and how her ongoing goal to "give back" and help people makes such a huge difference to those around her and how it gives her so much joy!
2019-09-021h 10
Age is IrrelevantMeet Fitness/Media sensations 48 yr. old Michelle MacDonald and her 73 yr. old Mom Joan MacDonald!Meet Michelle MacDonald and her Mom Joan MacDonald! Two very inspirational women who are taking social media by storm! Michelle, 48, better known as @yourhealthyhedonista is a successful lifestyle and transformational and contest prep coach, WBFF Bikini Pro, Professional chef, Yoga Master and fitness model. Her Mom Joan, 73, known on social media as @trainwithjoan has shared her amazing physical transformation with the world losing over 50+ pounds under the guidance of Michelle. Listen how together they inspire, lead by example and motivate women to live their best lives through lifestyle changes, healthy eating and lifting weights.
2019-06-261h 13
Age is IrrelevantMeet 55 yr. old grey haired International Super Model Caroline Labouchere!55 year old Caroline Labouchere and her grey mane are taking the world by storm! Discovered as a model at 53, this former school receptionist has gone to lead full page campaigns in British Vogue, Tatler, Hello and White Magazine just to name a few. She's an ambassador for her generation, public speaker and has been seen in movies, TV and has a huge social media following. She's also an accomplished athlete as a marathon runner. Hear about her life in front of the camera, her travel and her marathon training in Dubai! An inspiration for all women!
2019-06-1753 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 60 yr old best selling author, renowned health, fitness and nutrition icon Tosca Reno!Tosca Reno is not your average fitness guru. She's an icon! Involved in the fitness industry for over 20 years, she has helped millions of people transform their lifestyle and health through her New York Times best selling books, live events and coaching! She believes everyone has a story that can help others succeed. Through education, motivation and inspiration, she is dedicated to empowering and challenging women to embark on a health and wellness journey that leads to a life we ALL deserve!
2019-06-0754 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 77 yr. old Internationally ranked swimming sensation DeEtte Sauer!77 yr old DeEtte Sauer is a rebel with a cause! Plagued with addictions early in life, extremely over weight and dealing with serious health issues, she overcame her addictions, lost weight, drastically improved her health and discovered her love for swimming by chance at age 58! She's never looked back since then. Ranked internationally 6th and 8th in the world, achieving Gold medals at both National Senior Olympics and National Master's Championships and breaking records along the way! She doesn't age gracefully she says, she ages fiercely to find that "bliss point".
2019-04-181h 03
Age is IrrelevantMeet 75 yr. old fitness champion and sensation, bodybuilding guru and world record holder Iris Davis!Meet Iris Davis! A 75 yr old fitness sensation who is defying the odds and redefining the term "old age"! Growing up in Ireland as one of 14 children, Iris said she had to become "scrappy" and fight for(in a good way!) what she wanted with her other siblings. To this day, she still is going after what she wants and breaking world records along the way! Hear about her life, her tragedies at a very early age, her "never give up" attitude, how she found fitness and how she continues to share her fitness passion with others, young and...
2019-03-291h 07
Age is IrrelevantMeet Samantha Lee Wright, host of the world's #1 Essential Oil Podcast!Samantha Wright, podcast host of The Essential Oil Revolution, may be in her 30's but I felt she would be a valuable asset to my show sharing a wealth of information concerning women's health and well being over 40 using essential oils! We'll discuss what essential oils are, types of essential oils, how to use them, the benefits and some of her favorites recommended for hormone balance, beauty, stress, illness and much more! Grab a pad and pen....you'll need it for this show!
2019-03-0849 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 68 yr old soccer player and Huntsman World Senior Medalist Helen Leeds!Helen Leeds was always physically active growing up. At age 30, she discovered soccer. She got sidelined at age 40 because of 4 neck surgeries. Two years ago, at age 66, she got back into the gym, got back into shape and went back to soccer! She became a free agent and got picked up by a San Diego soccer team. Hear how she medaled in the Huntsman World Senior Games and local senior games, her "just try" attitude, her active life today and how she inspires other women to get off the couch!
2019-02-2652 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 58 yr. old MaryBeth Prodromides! 4 x CrossFit Games World Champion!58 yr. old MaryBeth Prodromides, from Grand Junction, CO., is a seven time CrossFit Games masters athlete and 4 time world CrossFit Games Champion(2011,2014,2016,2018)! A former bodybuilder, she started CrossFit in 2010 and literally took the world by storm! Hear about her life, fitness journey, training, diet, her full time gig as a middle school P.E. teacher, why exercise is so empowering and why she advocates to keep moving regardless of your age! What an inspiration!
2019-02-2150 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 72 yr old social media sensation/crossfitter Lauren Bruzzonne!72 yr old Lauren Bruzzonne has taken social media by storm with her cross fit videos! Hear about her life, why she started CrossFit at age 65, her success in the gym with PT Wesley James. Her do it, try it, give it some time approach to starting anything new and most importantly, hang in there, stand up for yourself, go at your own speed and don't ever give up outlook! An inspiration to women of all ages!
2019-02-1350 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 50 yr. old Michelle Johnson. Fitness entrepreneur, writer, speaker, professional body builderMichelle Johnson had a very interesting upbringing. Family addiction, alcoholism, health issues and domestic violence. See how she used these issues to become a driven, ambitious, successful business owner, fitness expert, transformation specialist, writer, speaker and professional athlete!
2019-01-251h 09
Age is IrrelevantMeet 72 yr. old Joan MacDonald! Hear about her recent 50lb. weight loss, becoming a national magazine 2 time cover model, mentor, motivator and inspiration!Meet 72 yr old Joan MacDonald! A true testament to the terms "Age is Irrelevant" and "it's never too late"! Hear about her life, her recent 50 pound weight loss, her transformation, her new lease on life, becoming a "cover girl" for a national fitness magazine twice and how she enjoys helping/mentoring/inspiring others to achieve their fitness goals!
2019-01-1458 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 50 yr old Libby Westphal! 4 x Ovarian Cancer survivor, Air Force Veteran, Cert. PT, Owner of 110 FIT Fitness studio50 year old Libby Westphal is a force to be reckoned with! Growing up self motivated and self guided, she successfully powered through 4 rounds of Ovarian Cancer, 70 pound weight loss, changing careers mid life and reinventing herself as a fitness entrepreneur and fitness professional helping men and women attain their fitness goals in a safe environment. She's still not finished....she is the reigning Mrs. Leesburg America, has been and continues to be nationally recognized in the fitness arena and fitness magazines. She believes anything is possible with hard work and consistency!
2019-01-071h 04
Age is IrrelevantMeet 61 yr. old Kim Lee! Born with Cerebral Palsy and sexually abused as a child, she has successfully overcome these challenges and her compassionate heart now helps restore other women's fractured lives.61 year old Kim Lee has successfully overcome the challenges of being born with Cerebral Palsy and triumphing over dealing with the pain and stigma of being sexually abused as a child. Today, she is a mentor and inspiration to other women who have been "fractured" by life. As a role model, she has taught several sessions to help empower women and has provided tools to help restore their lives. She also shares her fitness journey and her spiritual journey. Her motto? "Blessed are the flexible, because they shalt never be bent out of shape. Stay adaptable and teachable."
2018-12-1956 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 54 yr. old Debra Atkinson! Hormone Balancing Fitness Expert, Author, Podcast Host and TV Host!54 year old Debra Atkinson stays busy! A hormone balancing fitness expert, author, podcast host for Flipping 50 and TV host for Flipping 50 TV, Debra has helped almost 150,000 women "flip" their second half with energy and vitality! We talk about hormonal imbalances, how important exercise is during this time of our lives, how stress and cortisol can wreak havoc if not kept in balance and how important it is to focus on whats right about us...not whats wrong, in order to reach our goals and remain happy.
2018-12-1250 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 44 yr. old Robin Legat. Former DJ, Roller Derby queen, Spartan Racer and coach!Robin Legat, a late in life athlete, never played sports in school. That all changed when she moved to LA in 2003. In search for a social outlet, she answered an ad on Craigs List for an upstart roller derby league. After her first practice with the LA Derby Dolls, she was hooked! She competed with the team for 11 years through her 40th birthday. After retiring, she found a new career as a fitness coach and trainer. Today, she competes in and coaches people for Spartan racing. She also hosts, the "Seasoned Athlete" podcast focusing on athletes over 40.
2018-11-2758 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 63 yr old Brenda Ische. Former flight attendant, entrepreneur and successful business owner!Incredibly talented Brenda Ische, who believes that life's chapters need not be predicted by age, is a successful business owner, entrepreneur and former flight attendant. She owns and oversees 6 locations of Amelie's bakeries located in North Carolina and Georgia. With her background in design and decorative arts, her bakeries were honored to be on the top 10 list of must see bakeries in the world! She has designed chandeliers for Maya Angelou and Oprah and has also been featured in several world publications. Hear how she got started, how she stays in shape and how she looks forward to many...
2018-11-2047 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 46 yr old Powerhouse Attorney and IFBB Bodybuilding Pro Sherry Kubanyi!Meet Sherry Kubanyi! A 46 yr old powerhouse attorney and IFBB bodybuilding bikini pro, who is a force to be reckoned with in Atlanta, Georgia. Since launching the Kubanyi Law Firm in 2015, Sherry and her law firm have been presented with several distinguished awards. Outside of work, she is a "health hobbyist", loving all things healthy. She started competing in bodybuilding shows and won her IFBB Pro Card in the Bikini division. She also volunteers and gives back to her community. We will hear about how she became enamored with the legal system at a young age, her health and...
2018-11-1559 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 57 year old International Model Hillary Bitar!Hillary Bitar is a 57 year old international life style model that is best known for her 100% natural aging. Her natural beauty and gorgeous long gray locks have been seen internationally on magazine covers, in numerous magazines and catalogues, on billboards, and TV. She represents women who choose to age naturally and gracefully. We talk about life as a model after 50 and her road to success as well as her fitness journey along the way!
2018-11-0955 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet Amy Beth Hopkins, 45 yr. old Physical Therapist and founder of Health and Bliss for Life.Meet Amy Beth Hopkins, a 45 yr. old Physical Therapist and founder of Health and Bliss for Life, a company based on educating women on the latest anti-aging science, health and living a soul filled life. We talk about Blue Zones, the concept of your body being a temple, the 5 Pillars of Aging Well and how to optimize our health as we age!
2018-11-0248 min
Age is IrrelevantAmy Beth Hopkins. 45 yr. old Physical Therapist and founder of Health and Bliss for LifeMeet 45 yr. old Amy Beth Hopkins! A Physical therapist and founder of Health and Bliss for Life, a company based on educating women on the latest anti-aging science, health and living a soul filled life. She is committed to making the connection between your health and your soul's purpose. She discusses Blue Zones, treating your body as a temple and the 5 Pillars of Aging Well and how we can nourish these to optimize our health as we age!
2018-11-0148 min
Age is IrrelevantMeet 45 yr old Adriana Morrison! Wife, Mother of 4 (2 in the autism spectrum), competitive athlete and veganAdriana Morrison is a juggler of many hats! Devoted wife, mother to 4 children (2 who are in the autism spectrum), competitive athlete and vegan. She how she "fumbles forward" juggling life as a wife, mom, athlete, vegan and how she makes time for herself to boot!
2018-10-261h 11
Age is IrrelevantMeet 45 Yr old Adriana Morrison! Wife, mother of 4 ( 2 in the autism spectrum), competitive athlete, veganAdriana is a devoted wife, mother of 4 children ( 2 who are in the autism spectrum), personal trainer, competitive athlete, spartan racer and vegan. Hear how she "fumbles forward" as she takes on many hats on a daily basis in her business and at home!
2018-10-261h 11
Seasoned AthleteProving age is irrelevant with bodybuilder Helen Fritsch (037)This week, we meet 61-year old Helen Fritsch - a flight attendant, published fitness model, IFBB Bodybuilding Pro and Certified Wine Specialist who believes that age is irrelevant to pursue goals, dreams and desires. To that end, she started competing in bodybuilding shows when she turned 55 and consistently placed in the top 5. When Helen turned 60 last year, she won a national championship and earned her pro card. Four years ago, Helen was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, but that didn’t stop her from pursuing her athletic goals. Helen has been featured in Oxygen Magazine, D’Fyne Magazine, Center Stag...
2018-09-2141 min