episode 42 - sylvie d'aoust

My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Sylvie D’Aoust. Sylvie is a 50 year old life long fitness enthusiast and coach with a passion for cycling. Join us this week as Sylvie discusses her troubled youth and how she found solace and sanctuary in high school sports, and how that early love of physical activity carried her from bodybuilding competitions to competitive cycling. Sylvie shares her fitness journey and her thoughts on staying in peak condition as we age!

You can connect with Sylvie in the following ways:

YouTube - @SylvieDAoustWorkoutsCyclingCoaching

Facebook - @Daousttrainingsystems

Instagram - @sylviedaoust_cyclist

TickTock – @sylviedaoust_cyclist

Website – www.sylviedaoust.ca

Podcast – Secrets from the Saddle

Cycling Club – www.cyclefitchicks.ca

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My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Michael Cohen.  Michael is a 63 year old former weight lifting Olympian and two time Olympic head coach.  In addition to Olympians, Michael has coached numerous Senior, Junior, and Youth National Champions.  In this episode we’ll hear how Michael became an Olympian in 1980, and how he went on to become the head coach for the 2000 and 2004 Olympics.  Along the way Michael shares his wisdom on working with elite athletes, as well as introducing older adults and even special populations to weight lifting. And of course we’ll hear Michael’s take on how old is too old for weight lifting.  You can connect with Michael in the following ways:

Instagram - @cohen_weightlifting

Website - www.cohenweightlifting.com

Facebook - www.facebook.com/cohenweightlifting

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My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Darla Leal.  Darla is a 56 year old personal trainer, blogger, wife, mother and grandmother, who coaches her clients to feel their best at every age, helping them create healthy habits that last a lifetime.  Join us this week as we discuss why you shouldn't go on a diet, why women should not be afraid of the barbell, the difference between motivation and discipline, and how even very small changes can create big results.  You can connect with Darla in the following ways:

Instagram @stayhealthydarla
Blog - https://stayhealthyfitness.blogspot.com/
Facebook @stayhealthyfitness

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 My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Laurie Meschishnick.  Laurie is a 56 year old Mindset Coach teaching athletes, leaders, and teams how amazing they are through world class mentorship, programs, and presentations.  Laurie is also an athlete.  She has been to the CrossFit Games 7 times, winning 4 podium spots, including winning the Gold Medal in 2019.  That same year she went on to set two world records at the World Masters Weight Lifting Championship.   In this episode Laurie shares her journey to becoming a CrossFit champion, how she deals with rheumatoid arthritis, and what she learned about the criticality of mindset to not only set goals, but to achieve them.   You can connect with Laurie in the following ways:

Instagram - @onpointwithlaurie
Website - www.onpointcoaching.ca
2021 CrossFit Collective Summit - www.onpointwithlaurie.ca/2021ccs 

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My guest this week is Kenneth Lein.  Kenneth is a 51 year old former physicist who specialized in studying black holes with a serious passion for fitness.  Kenneth spent a great deal of time and resources earning a PhD in physics, and he specialized in studying black holes. But despite being drawn to space and academics, he wasn’t fulfilled.  Something was missing. So he left academia and moved his family to the foothills of the mountains in Chile and became a climbing guide.

Today Kenneth teaches men and women over 40 how to regain mobility and correct postural imbalances, and to increase strength as they age. Join us this week as Kenneth discusses how he stays in the best shape of his life in his fifties, the importance of patience, and following your passion.  You can connect with Kenneth on Instagram @kenneth.lein.

Kenneth mentioned the following books in this episode:

Building the Gymnastic Body by Christopher Sommer

Healing Back Pain: The Mind Body Connection by Dr. John Sarno

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My guest this week is Michele Smith.  Michele is a 64 year old anti-aging body transformation coach with over 25 years of coaching experience.  In 2009 - at age 52 - Michele became the oldest figure competitor in the INBBF to earn professional status.  Today Michele is a certified private clinic owner of the Permanent Weight Loss Solution, a certified Charles Poliquin Biosignature Practitioner, as well as a Certified Holistic Health & Nutrition Coach.  Join us this week as Michele shares her thoughts on healthy holistic aging.  We discuss the importance of strength training as we age, how she coaches her clients to eat and recover, and why self-care is critical for showing up as the best version of yourself.  You can connect with Michele in the following ways:

Instagram - @forever.fit.with.michele

Website - https://foreverfitwithmichele.com/

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My guest this week is Rudy Kadlub.  Rudy is the CEO and co-owner of Kaubki Strength whose mission is to make the world a better place through strength.  And Rudy knows a thing or two about strength… he began powerlifting at age 55, and now at age 71, he is a powerlifting world record holder in three different weight classes.  Join us this week as Rudy shares his knowledge and passion for healthy aging.  We’ll hear what his workout routines look like, how he prioritizes recovery, and how he manages to stay motivated to put in the hard work it takes to become – and remain – a world record powerlifter.   You can connect with Rudy in one of the following ways:

Instagram @rudykadlub

Website - https://store.kabukistrength.net/

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My guest this week is Dr. Andrea Wilkinson. Dr. Wilkinson has a Ph.D. in Psychology, with a specialization in Cognitive Aging. She has been researching brain health and cognitive maintenance for over 15 years. She founded BrainShape for adults who want to optimize their mental vibrancy and physical energy as they age. Dr. Wilkinson is also the host of the BrainShape Podcast – a weekly show that covers the latest brain-health research and shares interviews with experts about aging well. Join us this week as Dr. Wilkinson shares the four pillars of brain health – Physical Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Socialization, and Mental Considerations – and how these pillars can be utilized to optimize your brain health as you age! You can connect with Dr. Wilkinson in the following ways:

Instagram - @brainshapeto

Website - www.brainshape.ca

BrainShape Podcast - www.brainshape.ca/podcast

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My guest today is Tom MacCormick. Tom’s mission is to educate, inspire, and motivate skinny guys through the process of building a bigger, stronger, and healthier body. And he would know, as a former skinny kid himself, he added over 50 pounds to his frame. Not only did he experience a physical transformation, but in the process of getting bigger he became a happier, stronger, and more confident person. Tom has a Master’s degree in strength and conditioning, and today helps clients from all over the world gain muscle and self-confidence. Join us this week as Tom shares some great tips on how to add lean muscle mass to your body! You can connect with Tom in the following ways:

Instagram - @tommaccormick

Website – www.tommaccormick.com

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My guest this week is Jennifer Fisher.  Jennifer is an award-winning recipe creator, food & fitness blogger, healthy cooking coach, spokesperson, competitive runner and CrossFit enthusiast. Whether in person or through her blog, TheFitFork.com, Jennifer offers ways to quickly and confidently prepare healthy, delicious, well-balanced meals.  She has been featured in numerous publications including Saveur, Everyday with Rachael Ray, US Weekly, and Better Homes & Gardens. Jennifer demonstrates with ‘real person passion’ how food can enhance health, well-being, and athletic performance through interactive and entertaining presentations.  Join us this week as Jennifer shares her tips on staying healthy, strong and vibrant as we age!  You can connect with Jennifer in the following ways:

Instagram @thefitfork
Website www.thefitfork.com

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