Dan Tatton and John Sinclair are the co-founders of Seven Movements. We talk about their innovative approach to making non-movers into movers.  Their platform aims to make fitness accessible to those who feel alienated by traditional fitness models through 'microdosing' movement, focusing on small, manageable exercises that can significantly enhance mobility, and long term health. Starting from personal training backgrounds, Dan and John developed Seven Movements to invite non-movers into...

Interview with Matt Mulligan, founder of Body Roots Coaching. We talk  about his unique approach to coaching and facilitating movement, especially amongst the over 50 population. Matt shares his journey from technical movement coaching to a conversational, joy-focused method that invites individuals to discover and explore their own paths to physical joy, regardless of age. He discusses the importance of not boxing individuals into specific expectations due to age and shares insights into his...

Alisa Tagg is the Association Director of the National Association of Activity Professionals (NAAP), in this episode we explore how health and fitness professionals can collaborate with activity professionals to cater to the senior population's physical activity and wellness needs. We discuss: -The evolving landscape of senior care and the opportunities for fitness professionals to contribute to this significant sector. -The shift towards preventive and holistic health measures, like...

Paul Holbrook is the founder of Age Performance training center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Paul shares his insights on the importance of speed and power training over traditional strength training for older adults, backed by his extensive experience and a master's degree in gerontology. He discusses muscle physiology, the benefits of speed training for balance, and why fast-twitch muscle fiber work is crucial for aging well. Paul also gives practical examples of exercises, such as elevator...

Dr. Mike Studer is a neuro physical therapist and educator specializing in working with older adults. Get ready for a deep dive into actionable advice and strategies aimed at fostering independence, resilience, and a higher quality of life for older adults through thoughtful and focused programming. Mike shares invaluable insights on: Addressing the fear of falling: Learn how to assess and talk to someone about their fear and discover practical ways to help them build confidence and...

Bob Ryan hosts yoga practitioners of all abilities and ages through creative movement workshops and classes, both online and in group settings.  His personal yoga practice has subtly shape-shifted over the years into something he feels is more authentic to who he is.  He has redesigned yoga classes that encourage participants 50+ to approach movement with a beginner’s mindset; drawing them within arm’s length of autonomous movement that is personal, curious, playful, and...

Anne Ondrey shifted from a career in social work and reporting to teaching yoga in 2007. She specializes in therapeutic, restorative and chair yoga. Anne discusses the importance of interoception and how it has guided her teachings to help individuals, especially older adults, move in a way that feels right to them. She highlights her transition to yoga in her late forties, and what led her to the exploration of various movement and body work modalities including fascial stretch therapy,...

Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade as well as host  and creator of the Wellness Paradox Podcast. He is dedicated to advocating for, fitness and wellness professionals to  become an essential constituent in the healthcare delivery system.  With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching,...

Celebrating the 1 year anniversary of the podcast! The episode highlights the journey of the podcast, featuring discussions with health and fitness professionals who are making a significant impact in the lives of aging adults. I’m sharing memorable excerpts from past guests, including stories of motivation, the importance of mindset in fitness, the concept of informed and engaged aging, and personal stories of overcoming challenges. This episode underscores the power of exercise and wellness...

Shelby is a natural fitness coach and personal trainer with a background in ninja, parkour and MovNat. She teaches movement-based fitness and movement skills to people aged 0-85. She believes in the power of movement to help find connection with ourselves, one another, and our environment. Shelby is an NASM certified personal trainer, MovNat L3 Certified Trainer, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist and a Parkour Silver Coaching Specialist. She teaches classes with...

Nancy Burns, is founder of Body Wisdom Studios in Point Richmond, California. She is is a corrective exercise specialist, who trained with nationally recognized biomechanist and bestselling author Katy Bowman. Her and her team of instructors help people master movement skills that improve body alignment and how people move throughout their day and with their daily activities..  Her mission is to empower people with the knowledge, skills and motivation to regain pain-free natural movement,...

Seasoned fitness professional, Holly Benson, shares her insights about entering the fitness industry. She discusses employment opportunities in fitness, advantages and drawbacks of being an employee versus an independent contractor, the importance of continual education, and potential challenges in the field. She also provides tips on choosing a fitness facility to work in, the importance of establishing relationships and exposure, maintaining professional integrity, and the necessity for...

Kelly Howard is a Fitness Consistency Expert with a touch of adventure and the author of FIT: Active & Ageless for Life. For 25 years Kelly has helped thousands of women prioritize their fitness so they can feel great and have more fun in the second half of life. She invites women to adventure out of their comfort zones by trying new experiences they may have only dreamt of previously.  Her Fit is Freedom Podcast, coaching, online courses and retreats have changed the lives a thousands...

Hildy Feen retired from working in information technology and project management to teaching low flying trapeze to older adults. She has been dancing on the ground and in the air for over 20 years. Having started taking aerial classes at 47, she studies and performs trapeze, silks, cloud swing, wall running, and contact improvisation. When she choreographs, she likes her pieces to tell a story, often with humor. With over a decade of experience teaching low-flying trapeze, she's on a...

Round 2 with Robert Linkul where we discuss recent articles that have come out on resistance training for older adults.  We talk about the critical importance of overload in training a factor that often gets overlooked in articles about strength training for older adults. We also unpack a  Washington Post article revealing the astonishing performance improvements seen in  adults over 80 from a basic resistance training program of just 5 lifts. Robert also shares his personal journey of...

Jim Brown is founder of A Balance You. After facing a layoff, he discovered he had heart disease and cancer. Hear how a diet change and  a push-up challenge led him into the world of health  fitness, eventually becoming a certified Primal Health Coach and personal trainer. You'll also hear how a single TikTok post catapulted Jim into the digital spotlight, garnering over 38,000 views overnight. This led him to create Instagram and TikTok accounts dedicated to showcasing diverse movement...

Sandy Bramlett is a Certified Ageless GraceⓇ Brain Health Educator and Trainer. She has over three decades of hands-on experience in mind/body modalities, and is a passionate movement specialist dedicated to whole-person wellness and lifelong brain and body fitness. In our conversation, Sandy shares  insights into the transformative power of Ageless GraceⓇ and its profound impact on brain health.  The behind Sandy's inspiring transition from a computer analyst and school teacher to...

Ryan is a Physical Therapist Assistant. He holds certifications as fall prevention specialist, and functional aging specialist, brain health training and is a fellow of applied functional science from Gray Institute.  Ryan transitions between roles, serving as a physical therapist assistant and providing in-home personal training to adults over 60. His mission is to empower clients to move better, experience less pain, and enhance their confidence, mobility, power, strength, resilience,...

Interview with Holly Benson, a medical fitness specialist and expert mentor. She is a seasoned professional in fitness program management, personal training, and group exercise instruction.  As a medical fitness and corrective exercise specialist, she builds bridges and forges partnerships with healthcare providers and integrates fitness into patient care. But that's not all—Holly is a beacon for aspiring fitness professionals, she has expertise in coaching and mentoring newcomers into the...

Dive into the fitness industry with Dr. Jan Schroeder, a distinguished professor of kinesiology at Cal State Long Beach. We explore the ins and outs of the fitness industry, and she offers valuable insights for aspiring fitness professionals. Dr. Schroeder shares her wealth of knowledge on how to kick start a career in fitness, emphasizing the importance of education and certifications. Her guidance provides a roadmap for success in this dynamic field. We delve into the latest income trend...

Robert Linkul is the owner of TOA (Training the Older Adult). He provides continuing education for personal trainers and is passionate about helping older adults fight against sarcopenia. In this episode we discuss: The disconnect between the healthcare providers not understanding sarcopenia and not endorsing resistance training Barriers for older adults to start resistance training How workout spaces influence beliefs and expectations His mission to educate personal trainers to be a...

Podcast guests share their stories on how training and teaching has transformed the lives of their clients and and participants. From 95-year-olds wielding chainsaws to dancing on the beach and conquering Machu Picchu. The stories aim to highlight and inspire the positive impact health and fitness professionals have on improving the health, well-being and physical abilities of older adults. Podcast guests featured in this episode: Randi Bethel https://www.movethrulife.net/ Becky...

Paul Mross lives in New Glarus, WI (USA). He is a certified yoga instructor through the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT 200). He has been the project manager and yoga consultant for 5 research studies on Fall Prevention and Yoga with UW-Madison. Paul has presented at conferences, including Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association, and the International Association of Yoga Therapist. Paul is the designer of The Happ:y Mat, a portable template with visual cues that...

n this heartwarming episode as we delve into the profound power of movement and storytelling in the lives of elders. I’m interviewing Laura Treglia and Shawn Womack, two passionate dance instructors, who lead the Dancing Your Stories for Elders class at the Hillside Community Center in Colorado Springs. This innovative class provides a platform for older adults to express themselves, share their treasured stories, and reminisce through creative movement. Through a collaboration between Ormao...