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We want to be like Elli because she was the Norse Goddess of Aging who beat Thor in a wrestling match. We want to be like Elli, fit and strong as we age
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Adventures in Iceland with Pordis Rosa Sigurdardottir 188 be

Adventures in Iceland with Þórdís Rósa Sigurðardóttir

October 14, 2025
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Episode 188 – Fit Strong Women Over 50 Podcast Download | Play in New Window  In this inspiring episode of the Fit Strong Women Over 50 Podcast, Jill and Chris talk with Þórdís Rósa Sigurðardóttir, a nurse, personal trainer, public health professional, mother of three, grandmother of five, and lifelong athlete from Iceland. Imagine racing your bike up steep Icelandic mountains, through snow, across rivers—and doing it with your daughter and grandson. That’s exactly what today’s guest, Þórdís Rósa Sigurðardóttir, know as Disa for short, does. Disa is a competitive cyclist from Iceland who races on road and gravel courses in one of the most challenging climates on earth. She’s passionate about cycling, fitness, and community—and she’s sharing that love across three generations of her family. ...

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A Review of the Blueberry RX Bar

October 2, 2025
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Road Trip Fuel: A Review of the Blueberry RX Bar I recently took a long weekend road trip from Ohio to Rhode Island—about 600 miles each way. On drives like this, I know how easy it is to fall into the trap of grabbing fast food or relying on vending machines at rest stops. Most options along the highway are high in sugar, salt, and fat, and they rarely leave me feeling energized. To avoid that, I packed a small carton of Blueberry RX Bars. I wanted something convenient that would take the edge off my hunger without derailing my healthier eating habits. Why I Chose the RX Bar When I travel, refrigeration isn’t always practical. Protein bars are one of the easiest solutions, but not all of them...

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Bone Health with Dr. Lisa Moore 187

Bone Health with Dr. Lisa Moore

September 23, 2025
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187 - Bone Health with Dr. Lisa Moore Download | Play in New Window Bone health is a topic that affects so many women, especially as we move through midlife and beyond. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lisa Moore, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Brick House Bones®. Lisa’s mission is to help people with low bone density or osteoporosis rebuild confidence, strength, and resilience—so they can keep doing the things they love with the people they love. Dr. Moore is trained through BoneFit™ and the Institute of Clinical Excellence in bone health exercise. She blends the latest research with yoga, strength training, and mindful movement to help women strengthen their bones safely. She also offers a program called Journey to Fracture-Proof, which provides practical,...

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Thyroid and Hormonal Health with Dr. Angela Mazza 186

Thyroid and Hormonal Health with Dr. Angela Mazza

September 9, 2025
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#186 - Thyroid and Hormonal Health with Dr. Angela Mazza Download | Play in New Window In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Angela Mazza, a triple board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid disorders, diabetes, and hormone imbalances. Dr. Mazza is the founder of the Metabolic Center for Wellness in Central Florida, where she takes an integrative and personalized approach to patient care. She is also the co-host of the Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza podcast and the author of Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Thyroid Health. Together, we explore how the thyroid gland affects women’s health, especially during midlife transitions such as perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Mazza helps us understand the signs and symptoms of thyroid issues, the role of hormones, and the kinds of...

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Changing Habits: Making One Change at a Time Works Best for Me

September 2, 2025
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Have you ever tried to lose weight, gain muscle, add some new habits, quit bad ones, exercise more and meet all your goals at once. To me, that's overwhelming! When I first started my journey to better health in 2007, I felt like I had to change everything at once—my eating habits, exercise routine, sleep, and even my mindset. It seemed overwhelming and unattainable. For years, work and family responsibilities had been my top priority. Once my kids were grown and off to college, I suddenly had the space to focus on myself, but I wasn’t sure where to begin. Finding Structure and Accountability One of my first steps was joining Weight Watchers. Looking back, I think the real benefit wasn’t  about counting points—it was the consistency of showing...

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Pilates and Gut Health with Charlyn Huss 185

Pilates and Gut Health with Charlyn Huss

August 26, 2025
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#185 - Pilates and Gut Health with Charlyn Huss Download | Play in New Window In this episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, we talk with Charlyn Huss, a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, movement educator, and gut-health specialist with over 25 years of experience. Charlyn’s innovative approach blends movement science, psychology, and nutrition to help people optimize posture, boost confidence, and achieve lasting wellness. Charlyn is the co-creator of CoreSpring®, a patented Pilates-inspired portable apparatus and training method, and the founder of Playhouse Pilates, a studio that integrates movement, mindset, and gut health to help clients feel their strongest. We discuss: Charlyn’s journey to becoming a Pilates teacher and studio owner What “optimal alignment” means for both the body and life How CoreSpring® works, what makes it unique,...

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A Year of Racing at 50 with Lauren Paulson

August 12, 2025
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#184 Download | Play in New Window Last year Lauren Paulson ran a race every month for her 50th birthday. Those included her first 100 miler, her first 100 K, the SOS triathlon, and the rim2rim2rim of the Grand Canyon. She is also a professor of psychology and the chair of the department and oversees a $15 million grant. So Lauren understands what it’s like to be an aging female endurance athlete who is trying to balance work and life. In a A Year of Racing at 50, Lauren suggested: Find what you love and take little steps towards that. Consistency. It's like a muscle that becomes part of my day. Remind myself of my goal We discussed:   The spark that led her to mark her milestone birthday with 12 months of races. Her...

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Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris 183 be

Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris

July 22, 2025
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#183 - Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris Download | Open in New Window In this enlightening episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, Jill and Chris sit down with Dr. Marcia Harris, a trailblazer in women's health and hormone optimization. With over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Harris shares her wisdom, compassion, and science-backed insights to help women better understand the powerful (and often misunderstood) transition of midlife. Dr. Harris breaks down what’s really happening during perimenopause and menopause, debunks the most persistent myths, and explores the emotional and physical shifts women experience. The conversation dives into hormone therapy, including what “bioidentical hormones” really mean and how symptoms and lab results both play a role in determining the best course of care. She also sheds...

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Aging with Purpose and Passion with Beverley Glazer 182

Aging with Purpose and Passion with Beverley Glazer

July 8, 2025
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#182 - Aging with Purpose and Passion with Beverley Glazer Download | Open in New Window In this inspiring episode of the Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast, hosts Chris and Jill sit down with Beverley Glazer, seasoned psychotherapist, empowerment coach, and host of the Aging with Purpose and Passion podcast. With over 30 years of experience helping women overcome adversity and step confidently into new life chapters, Beverley brings a wealth of wisdom and practical strategies for navigating midlife with resilience and authenticity. Beverley shares why she’s passionate about working with women over 50, what it really means to “redefine midlife,” and how we can all reclaim our purpose—even after life’s biggest transitions. From managing the emotional challenges of the empty nest or the end of a...

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Amino Acids, Protein, and Creatine with Liz Plosser

June 24, 2025
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181 - Amino Acids, Protein, and Creatine with Liz Plosser Download | Play in New Window In episode 181, we talk with the former editor of Women's Health, Liz Possler, about the importance of protein and amino acids for women in midlife for aging well, maintaining muscle, losing weight, and for overall longevity. We discuss: Body composition and the importance of protein for muscle Muscle mass and women over 50 What's the right amount of protein to eat and ways to increase your protein What are amino acids and why they are so important to women over 50 Using supplements and protein powder to be sure you get enough Her experience of adding creatine to her daily regimen Why she uses and recommends Kion Links: Website: www.Lizplosser.com To get a 20% listener...

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