Unshrinkable midlife moves - Movement, meaning + midlife magic

Back On The Mountain - Finding Your Joy On The Slopes With Sarah Gilbertson

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2553295/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Unshrinkable Midlife Moves, I’m joined by therapeutic ski coach  and instructor, Sarah Gilbertson to explore what it really means to start or return to skiing in midlife. From skiing after 40 and rebuilding confidence on the slopes, to navigating fear, fitness, injury and menopause, Sarah shares how you can become confident and why midlife women deserve to take up space on the slopes. In this episode you'll learn: *  why skiing can feel different in midlife  *  about the role of the nervous system when skiing *  the stereotypes women face in skiing after 40 and how to tackle it *  how fitness, balance and strength can transform your skiing experience  *  the importance finding the right people to ski with  Whether you ski, dream of learning, or simply want inspiration to reconnect with movement and challenge yourself again, this episode is filled with insight, and encouragement. This conversation is for you. Find out more about Sarah at www.flourishwell.coach [https://www.flourishwell.coach/] Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @unshrinkablemidlfemoves [https://www.instagram.com/unshrinkablemidlifemoves/] Find out more about Onika on Instagram: @lifeopenedup [https://www.instagram.com/lifeopenedup]

Movement, Strength and Mounjaro - A Midlife Reset With Charlotte Barton

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2553295/fan_mail/new] What happens when the woman who once completed Ironmans suddenly no longer recognises herself?  In this open, honest and inspiring episode, physiotherapist Charlotte Barton shares her journey of menopause, injury, weight gain and rebuilding her confidence through movement, strength training and Hyrox. From Ironman racing to pelvic health, muscle, longevity and the realities of starting again in your 50s, Charlotte combines expert insight with lived experience in a conversation that will challenge the way you think about ageing. In this episode, you’ll learn: * The truth about muscle, menopause and longevity * Simple ways to reduce injury risk as we move and age * Why recovery, mobility and pelvic floor health matter more in midlife * Charlotte’s  experience using Mounjaro as part of her lifestyle change Whether you’re starting again, rebuilding after a setback, or simply looking for inspiration to move your body differently, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered to rethink what’s possible in midlife.  Visit Charlotte's Website www.thelionclinic.com [https://www.thelionclinic.com/] Follow Charlotte on Instagram at  menopausephysio.triroxmum [https://www.instagram.com/menopause.vetphysio.triroxmum] Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @unshrinkablemidlfemoves [https://www.instagram.com/unshrinkablemidlifemoves/] Find out more about Onika on Instagram: @lifeopenedup [https://www.instagram.com/lifeopenedup]

Couch To 50 Miles - Falls, Storms and Ultra Running With Lornette Valentine

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2553295/fan_mail/new] "Sometimes I can't even run to the start line, now 50 miles is normal." What happens when a woman who once preferred sitting indoors in the dark becomes someone who runs through storms, mud, and 15-hour races—sometimes barely able to see? In this raw and unexpectedly funny episode, Lornette Valentine shares how a post lockdown moment, a treadmill fall, and a quiet decision to try something new sparked a complete identity shift in midlife. Fast forward just a few years and she’s calling herself an ultra runner after completing 50Ks, 30-milers, and a brutal 50-mile coastal race in the middle of a storm where she went partially blind, was knee deep in mud, nearly slipped off a cliff and still finished. This isn’t about being fearless. It’s about just getting to the next aid station. Inside this episode, we talk about: *  The real mindset of endurance,the power of the next aid station *  Why even ultra runners start races thinking, “how am I going to do this?” *  The power of music, community, and messing around in the woods with your mates *  How Lornette went from I don’t even like running to not being able to imagine life without it  *  Training lessons, doing less, trusting the process, and getting stronger in midlife  *  The identity shift that impacts everything from family life to confidence to what feels possible  Lornette’s story is proof that you don’t need to feel ready, confident, or even capable to begin, because five years ago, this wasn’t her life. And now?  She’s the woman who signs up for races without even knowing the route. If you’ve ever thought, I could never run 50 miles, this episode might just change your mind. Find out more about Lornette at @lornette_valentine [https://www.instagram.com/lornette_valentine/] Find out more about Lornette's restuarant, Maison @maisonfarnham [https://www.instagram.com/maisonfarnham/] Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @unshrinkablemidlfemoves [https://www.instagram.com/unshrinkablemidlifemoves/] Find out more about Onika on Instagram: @lifeopenedup [https://www.instagram.com/lifeopenedup]

Sunsets and Skateboards - Overcoming Fear and Finding Joy With Milly Manley

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2553295/fan_mail/new] What if the thing that scares you most is the very thing that brings you back to life? In this episode, Milly Manley shares how, at 40, she stepped into something she never thought was for her, skateboarding and found far more than just a new hobby. From panic and self-doubt, to freedom, joy, and unexpected sisterhood, this is a story about stepping out of your old identity and creating a new one. You’ll hear how an everyday item led to a powerful practice of being present, letting go of expectations, and reconnecting with fun. In this episode, you’ll discover: *  Why you don’t have to be good at something to truly enjoy it  *  How to experience joy alongside fear, not after it disappears  *  The unexpected power of beginner spaces and female community  *  Why midlife might be the perfect time to try something ridiculous  *  How movement can become less about fitness and more about freedom  If you’ve ever told yourself that’s not for me, This conversation might just change your mind. Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is get on the board while you’re still scared. Find out more about Milly at @MillyManley [https://www.instagram.com/millymanley/] Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @unshrinkablemidlfemoves [https://www.instagram.com/unshrinkablemidlifemoves/] Find out more about Onika on Instagram: @lifeopenedup [https://www.instagram.com/lifeopenedup]

Flying Through Midlife - Cheerleading, Motorbikes and Starting Again With Debbie Barry

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2553295/fan_mail/new] Debbie didn’t find cheerleading at 16. She found it at 38. And it changed everything. In this episode, Debbie Barry, law firm office manager by day, Masters cheer captain by night, shares how saying “I’ll give it a go” on a girls’ holiday led her to a sisterhood, a stage, and a version of herself she didn’t even know existed. What started as one Wednesday night training session, turned into eight years of stunts, competitions, glittered uniforms, and the kind of friendship that feels like therapy in trainers. But this conversation goes far beyond cheerleading. In this episode you'll learn: *  Why midlife isn’t a crisis, and what it really is * How confidence is actually built  * The unexpected power of female friendship formed later in life  * What happens when you stop organising everyone else’s life and start asking what you want  * How one brave “I’ll give it a go” can completely redirect your life This is a story about trust, courage and taking centre stage in your own life.  If you’ve ever felt like you lost yourself in supporting everyone else… If there’s something you’ve quietly wanted to try… If you’re ready to fly instead of stand on the sidelines… This episode will show you why it’s not too late and may in fact be perfect timing. Because sometimes midlife isn’t about starting over. It’s about finally finding your wings to fly. Find out more about Debbie @debbiebaz [https://www.instagram.com/debbiebaz] Find out more about Cheer London Allstarz www.cheerlondonallstarz.com [https://www.cheerlondonallstarz.com/] Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @unshrinkablemidlfemoves [https://www.instagram.com/unshrinkablemidlifemoves/] Find out more about Onika on Instagram: @lifeopenedup [https://www.instagram.com/lifeopenedup]