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#177 – Global Marathon Runner in her 70’s with Mary Newell

In episode 177, Jill and Chris talk with Mary Newell, an inspiration!

Mary Newell is a 74 year old runner who started running at 55 and never stopped. She is a mostly retired clinical psychologist. Her two passions are running and travel. She combines them as much as possible.

We were introduced to Mary by Wendy Battles, the host of the Reinvention Rebels podcast. (You may have heard Wendy on this podcast in episode 144.) Mary’s story is inspiring and we really wanted to talk with her on the Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast.

We discussed:

Getting started
How she trains
Why she loves running
How she avoids injury
Her two passions of running and travel
Her most difficult race (The Great Wall Marathon in China)
Cross training

Links mentioned in Global Marathon Runner in her 70’s episode:

Reinvention Rebels: Reinventing at 55, Thriving in Her 70s: Mary Newell’s Running Journey

Partner Podcast

If you like listening to our podcast, then you might enjoy the Late Bloomer Living Podcast, hosted by Yvonne Marchese.

Every Wednesday she brings you inspiring stories of reinvention from people over 40 and expert advice on navigating the challenges of aging to help you embrace your next chapter with playfulness, courage, and curiosity. Whether you’re launching a new career, embracing an empty nest, or simply looking for more joy and fulfillment, this show will empower you to take bold steps toward the life you truly want.

Find Your Passion and Stay Healthy with Pat Bissell #168

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Pat Bissell talks with Jill and Chris about how she found her passion and has consistently found ways to stay healthy and fit.

A long time friend of Chris’s, Pat describes herself as a very active mature female. She has been active her whole life always enjoying sports, exercise classes and strength training for the past 25 years.

We discuss:

How important the social aspect is to enjoying exercise
Working out with strength training on machines
Types of cardio she enjoys
Working through injuries and rehabbing after surgery
Recently turning 70 and keeping fit
Lifetime membership in weight watchers
Her alternative to butter
The key of using Small Steps when you are facing a challenging time
Eating lots of vegetables and fruit everyday.
Measuring what she eats and enjoying lentils and other healthy grains
Tracking minutes or distance with exercise
Healthy eating, exercise you enjoy and socializing as a key to staying healthy with food and activity

To ask Pat a question, please email Chris at Chris@becomingelli.com and she’ll pass along your question and email.

Podcast Partner Spotlight for December 2024:

Wendy Battles is a curious soul who loves to talk to people and understand their experiences. She believes that reinvention is a natural part of life and something that many of us have done numerous times.

Listen to the Reinvention Rebels podcast with stories of unapologetic women, 50-90 years young, who have boldly reimagined life on their own terms, to find renewed purpose and possibilities.

Website: Reinvention Rebels
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Email: wendy@reinventionrebels.com