Episode 12: Masters Track & Field Athlete Alice Greene

Episode 14: Mother Daughter Time!

Solo host Hilary Cairns sits down with her daughter, Page Lester, to discuss her athletic journey from a young athlete to a competitive long-distance runner today. Page shares her thoughts on competition, what sport means to her, what Division 1 running was like and how running for herself feels today. Page touches on getting older and what's ahead, friendship, goals, training, nutrition and her overall mindset. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Update * 05:20 Challenges and Pressures in College Running * 15:03 Training, Recovery, and Supplementation * 23:05 Training for Grandma's Marathon and Race Preparation * 48:24 Advice for Young Athletes

Episode 13: Conversation with heart expert, Dr. Ankit Shah

Our first expert episode features Dr. Ankit Shah, a renowned sports cardiologist who delves into the relationship between exercise and heart health. We explore topics including atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, max heart rate, and the impact of exercise on heart disease. We also touch on training, sleep, and aging, providing insights into maintaining heart health as aging athletes. Enjoy! Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Aging Athletically Podcast * 10:11 Warning Signs and Symptoms of Heart Issues * 19:59 Athlete's Heart and Exercise-Induced Cardiac Remodeling * 25:58 Supplementation and Hormones for Athletes * 31:10 Atrial Fibrillation and Endurance Exercise * 36:07 Max Heart Rate and Aging * 42:52 Athletic Training and Heart Health * 48:05 Sleep and Athletic Aging

Episode 12: Masters Track & Field Athlete Alice Greene

Hear about Alice Greene's journey into track and field competition in her 50s, her training routine, and her achievements in senior games and national events. Alice shares her experience as a senior athlete, discussing her family's involvement in sports, her motivation, and her approach to training and competition. Alice is living proof that it's never too late to start exercising and competing in sports, regardless of age!

Episode 11: Checking in with the Hosts

Join Hilary Cairns and Michael Wardian as they catch up on recent adventures, training, and insights from their latest interviews. They share personal stories, training tips, and reflections on staying active and motivated as they age.

Episode 10: Chat with Vegan Powerlifter Tammy Albanese

Sixty year-old Tammy Albanese shares her journey from dance and cheerleading to bodybuilding and now powerlifting. She discusses the ins and outs of powerlifting, how she has set records, and the impact of injuries on her training. Tammy shares what motivates her, how she transformed herself after potentially career-ending injuries and other health issues resolved through hard training and a vegan diet. She's a grandma, an architectural designer, and an athlete with eyes on competing for decades to come!