Aging with Confidence: A Holistic Approach to Controlling How You Age
Ready to take control of your health with positivity and vitality?
In this episode we address genuine concerns like chronic health conditions and fears of dementia, fostering a supportive environment with actionable tips.
We discuss the power of a holistic approach to health, uncovering eight factors for a fulfilling life.
Discover how mindfulness during exercise boosts well-being and learn the role of self-compassion in enhancing motivation and life satisfaction.
What’s the number one thing you worry about as you age? Share your thoughts on my Facebook page, Fit and Fabulous Over 55. Let’s connect, inspire, and embark on a fit and fabulous adventure together!
In this episode we cover:
- The top worries shared by women over 55, from chronic health conditions to fears of dementia and Alzheimer’s.
- Conversations about health fears are not about dwelling in despair but fostering a community of support and sharing actionable tips.
- The power of a holistic approach to health.
- Blue zones: where longevity and well-being intersect.
- The eight common factors that can significantly impact your quality and quantity of life.
- A unique approach to exercise, cognitive training, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
- How combining physical and cognitive training aligns with our evolutionary history and builds reserves for a healthier future.
- The benefits of mindfulness during exercise, enhancing the mind-body connection and boosting the overall effectiveness of your workout.
- How being present can lead to improved mood, sleep quality, and reduced stress levels.
- Understanding your aging journey with self-compassion, its role in developing healthy habits, boosting motivation, and enhancing overall life satisfaction.
- Joanne’s inspiring journey of overcoming chronic anxiety and physical limitations through a holistic approach.
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitandfabulousover55
- Free mindfulness practice: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nq5mu-L6qwlL3qmfLqtBdCGf97mokY6t/view
- Fit and Fabulous Over 55 book: https://fitandfabulousover50.com/book
- Website: https://primeactive.com.au/
- John Medina book “Brain Rules” https://brainrules.net/
More about No-Nonsense Aging
No-Nonsense Aging is the podcast for wise women over 55 who are ready to take control of how their bodies and brains age with a no-nonsense attitude.
Your host Penelope is an Expert Fitness Coach and Healthy Aging Psychologist with over 35 years of experience. Fortnightly, she dives into the essentials of achieving optimal body and brain health by embracing the combined power of exercise, cognitive training, mindfulness and self-compassion.
In each episode, you’ll gain access to a wealth of knowledge and evidence-based strategies addressing the unique challenges faced by women over 55. To actively shape your aging process and embrace a lifestyle that exudes vitality, strength, confidence, and calm. It’s time to redefine what it means to age with grace and vibrancy.
Subscribe now to No-Nonsense Aging and embark on a fulfilling journey towards a healthier, more confident, and empowered you. Let’s unlock the secrets of controlling how our body and brain age together.