Episode 32 - Caroline Taylor

My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Caroline Taylor. Caroline is a 57 year old personal trainer and animal flow coach in the UK with 22 years of military service. She is passionate about helping clients feel strong, energized, and fit for life – whether that means getting into and out of a car or climbing a mountain. Her classes include Animal Flow, mobility, boxing, kettlebells, TRX and boot camps. Join us this week as Caroline shares her fitness journey and enthusiasm for all things fitness! You can connect with Caroline on Instagram @pinkphys.

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My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Steve Ortgiesen. Steve is a 70 year old who began body building a little over a year ago. At the beginning of this journey he wrote, “I’m hoping that by telling my story as a 70-year old (young) bodybuilder, others will be inspired to reinvent themselves, to do things they thought impossible, to realize that often we are limited only by our own lack of belief in ourselves.” Steve has led a fascinating life; in this episode we discuss his time as a karate instructor, a member of a Hawaiian canoe team, a dog sledder, and finally how at age 70 he decided to become a body builder. Steve is very inspirational… you won’t want to miss this motivational episode! You can follow Steve on Instagram on these two accounts:

Body Building Account - @ bodybuildingtransformationat70

Personal Account (go here for the dogs!) - @steveortgiesen

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My guest this week is Mark Lussier. Mark is a 64-year-old certified Master Fitness Instructor and Sports Nutritionist who specializes in helping men and women over 40 achieve their fitness goals. Mark has participated in numerous long-distance races and marathons and worked as a fitness instructor for the Connecticut Police Academy. Mark has had to overcome and persevere to be where he is now; he had a total of four knee replacements and two knee surgeries, as well as adrenal failure caused by life stressors compounded with his intense workouts. Listen in this week to hear Mark’s remarkable story, and on how he keeps himself – as well as his clients – healthy and fit as they age. You can connect with Mark on Instagram @babyboomerfit or on the web at www.rbtshow.com/mark-lussier.

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My guest this week is Ray Gallagher. Rays is a 66 year old former triathlete and fitness junkie who loves to workout and inspire others. Ray spent 30 years biking and running, competing in road races, numerous marathons and triathlons, including 4 Ironmans. After struggling with AFib (Atrial Fibrillation) and an eventual ablation surgery, he backed away from endurance training and embraced weight training. Join us this week as Ray discusses his personal fitness journey, and how he’s gotten in the best shape of his life at 66 years of age. You can connect with ray on Instagram @ bboomerfit.

During the show Ray mentioned the following resources:

The Haywire Heart by Christopher Case

Online Personal Training Services by Tom MacCormick

Online Training and Nutrition Services by Live Lean TV

MyFitnessPalFood Tracking App

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My guest this week is Liz Ferro.  Liz is a mother of two, wife, athlete, speaker, author of  the books “Finish Line Feeling” and “Girls with Sole: A Girl-Power Guide to Unleashing Your Inner Superhero.”  She is also the Founder and CEO of Girls With Sole, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing fitness and wellness programs to at risk girls.  Liz lived in four foster homes before her adoption at the age of two. As a child, she was sexually abused by a neighbor and found solace in fitness and running. To date Liz has crossed many finish lines. She has completed 77 marathons, 2 50K Ultras, 5 Ironman Triathlons, and countless other road races and triathlons. The empowerment gained from sports led her to found Girls With Sole, which has received extensive national attention for its innovative and successful programming.  She has been featured on the NBC TODAY Show, and in SELF, Runner’s World, Town & Country, Traditional Home and Family Circle magazines.  She is the recipient of the 2016 Medical Mutual Pillar Award; the 2015 Women Who Excel Entrepreneur Award; and the 2014 SELF Women Doing Good Award, and many, many others too numerous to list here. 

You can connect with Liz on Instagram @girlswithsole or on her website www.girlswithsole.com.

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My guest this week is Paul Harter. Paul was as a partner in a major international law firm where he had a successful 35-year career. However, like so many successful people, he was paying the price. He was overweight, exhausted and stressed out both in the office and at home. He knew he had to take back control, and at age 45 he embraced exercise and good nutrition, and never looked back. He retired from his law practice at age 60 to pursue his passion for fitness. He founded Goal Master, London’s leading provider of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle coaching for busy professionals who want to lead fitter, leaner, healthier and happier lives. He is also a co-founder of Hytro, a UK based company that is bringing safe and effective Blood Flow Restriction to the gym market through its patented gym wear that incorporates BFR technology. This week we discuss Paul’s personal fitness story as well as his thoughts on healthy aging. We also explore the topic of blood flow restriction and its application for rehabilitation, aging, and athletic performance. You can connect with Paul in the following ways:

Personal

Instagram: @paulman57

Facebook: Paul Harter

Linked In: Paul Harter

Email:  paul@goalmasterfitness.com

Goal Master

Website: www.goalmasterfitness.com

Instagram: @goalmasterfitness

Facebook: Goal Master Fitness

Hytro

Website: www.hytro.com

Instagram:  @hytro_

Facebook: Hytro Training

Linked In: Hytro

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My guest today is Dr. Serena Liu.  Dr. Liu is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who has spent the last 5 years working with the older adult population and has realized that even though we will all experience normal age-related changes as we get older, there are ways to combat these changes. She is on a mission to share her experience and knowledge about how to take control of the changes that come with aging and empower you to continue doing what you love no matter your age or what you have been told before.  In this episode we discuss Serena’s love for rugby (she is a professional rugby player for the Berkley All Blues!) along with her insights on how to assist the elderly population to get stronger and fitter to actively meet the challenges of aging.  You can connect with Serena in the following ways:

Instagram: @resilientaging

Facebook: https://facebook.com/resilientaging

Website: https://resilientagingpt.com 

E-mail: serena@resilientagingpt.com

Free 4 Week Workout Program: https://resilientagingpt.ck.page/workoutprogram

Free "What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Arthritis" Guide: https://resilientagingpt.ck.page/arthritisguide

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My guest this week is Archie Israel.  Archie is a 52 year old personal trainer, medical exercise specialist, and post-rehab conditioning specialist who has dedicated his life to obtaining optimum health.  His fitness mission is to help clients make a positive change in their lives and to build a healthy lifestyle from the inside out.  Archie believes a healthy lifestyle is not just about looking good; it is about being able to enjoy life. Join us this week as Archie shares his personal fitness journey, and discusses topics such as workouts, nutrition, recovery and how his faith shapes his coaching philosophy.  You can connect with Archie in the following ways:

Instagram - @archieisrael

Website - www.fortisfitdc.com

Phone 301-801-7712

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My guest this week is Jane Thurnell-Read. Jane is in her seventies and loves going to the gym and lifting weights. She regularly posts gym videos on Instagram to encourage other older people. It wasn’t always like this. As a child she hated exercise and couldn’t even touch her toes. In her twenties her diet was half a bottle of scotch, 40 cigarettes, chocolate, toast and orange juice. Now she’s a passionate vegan and committed to staying healthy and strong as she gets older. She is an author, blogger, and speaker on the subject of health and happiness regardless of your age. Join us this week as Jane shares her own fitness story and how she says strong and vital in her seventies. You can connect with Jane in the following ways:

Instagram @thrivingjane

Website www.janethurnellread.com

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My guest this week on the Over 50 Health & Wellness podcast is Dave Linton. Dave is a 52 year old body builder with an amazing transformation story. Dave got his first weight set when he was seven years old which started a life-long passion for weight lifting and building strength. He spent his twenties as a professional wrestler, traveling around the southeast US. But somewhere along the line he lost his way and his healthy lifestyle, and at age 36 he had his first of four heart attacks. He gained a lot of weigh - topping the scales at over 350 pounds – and was on a number of prescription medicines. Join us this week as Dave recounts his story of how he “rediscovered” himself, and returned to the strong, healthy man he was in his youth, and how at age 52 he is training for first ever bodybuilding show. You can find Dave on Instagram at @mountainman_commando.

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