AGEnts of Movement

Susan Frikken is a Physical Therapist and co-creator of Ballroom Basics for Balance. Ballroom Basics for Balance provides inter-generational and accessible balance and falls prevention classes based on the best therapeutic principles of balance and falls prevention. In this episode we discuss: -The inspiration for creating Ballroom Basics for Balance and how she developed the program -The importan...

Dr. Splichal is Functional Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist. She is the Founder of EBFA Global (formerly Evidence Based Fitness Academy), creator of the Barefoot Training Specialist® Certification, author of Barefoot Strong and inventor of Naboso Barefoot Technology. In this episode we discuss: -Functional podiatry -What fitness professionals should know about feet -The resources EBFA Glob...

Melinda Sukle has a background in fitness and working at senior living communities. She's also pursuing her pilates certification in her second act. In this episode we talk about: -Creating an over 50 Hike Up Pikes Peak training group -Using encouragement over fear for fall prevention -The opportunities for fitness professionals to work in senior living communities -How to get started working...

Jay Croft’s business is Prime Fit Content where he helps gym owners reach out to the over 50 population. We discuss -How he's applied his past career and skills to older adult fitness -How he started Prime Fit Content -The opportunities to engage the over 50 demographic in fitness Links for Jay Croft: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Prime Fit Content Optimal Aging Podcast Second Act Fit Pros Linke...

Dr. Dan Ritchie is President and Co-founder of the Functional Aging Institute (FAI). FAI is the go-to resource for training mature clients. In this episode we discuss: -Why he went from training Division 1 athletes to training older adults -The inspiration to start Functional Aging Institute -Resources FAI provides for aspiring fitness professionals -The future of fitness training for older adults...

Marla Mulkey is a certified health coach and graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and has a passion for wellness. Her philosophy is that our bodies have the natural capacity to heal and will do so with optimal nutrition and lifestyle. In this episode we talk about -How she serendipitously became a health coach -Creating individualized nutritious and lifestyle programs -Helping people...

Becky Harkema is a group exercise instructor and personal trainer. Her business is called Fit 4 Life With Becky . In this episode we talk about: -Going from being a CEO to a fitness instructor -Having a lifestyle vs. working -Applying real life situations to lifting weights in class -Minimizing her possessions and taking a break from full time work Links to references in the podcast: References/Li...

Roni Davis is the founder of Embodied Cognitive Eating Training (E-CET). She is redefining healthy living and eating with an embodied approach. We discuss: -Why she left the fitness industry -Dismantling the fitness industry and the direction fitness should go -Discontinuing the promotion of weight loss -Fear is a sh*t motivator for "eating right" and exercising -What is embodied eating...

Leslie Bodner's business is BodFit510. She's a personal trainer, group exercise instructor, and nutrition coach. In this episode we discuss: -How to get started teaching group exercise -Cuing and being an effective communicator -Transitioning from working in a gym to owning her own business and teaching and training online Links for where to find Leslie online: Website:  https://bodfit510....

Interview with Bone Health Exercise Coach Diana McNeill of MindfulMovement-Rx. In this episode we discuss: -Addressing fears and misinformation about exercising with low bone density -Building community with online classes -Resources for exercising with osteoporosis  Get in touch with Diana: Website: https://mindfulmovement-rx.ca/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@calliegrls Instagram: @mindful_mo...

In this episode I discuss how to become a fitness professional and the opportunities that exist within the fitness field. Links to mentions in the podcast: Webinar: The Ultimate Part-Time Job for Active & Healthy Adults Over 50 Thursday, April 11th 2023 @ 4pm PT Register Podcast Episode 1: 10 Reasons You Should Consider a Job in Health & Fitness if You Are Active and Healthy and Over 50. L...

Deb Harano is a yoga instructor and owner of Yoga Bliss Studio in Colorado Springs. We discuss: What makes a good yoga instructor Things to consider before pursuing yoga teacher training The experience of owning a yoga studio https://www.yogablissstudiocs.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogablissstudiocs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YogaBlissStudioCS/?ref=bookmarks 20% off FAI Cer...

Bev Stewart is a seasoned and versatile group exercise instructor and personal trainer working at the Garden of the Gods Country Club in Colorado Springs. We talk about: Finding a niche Job shadowing The importance of asking for help Links to mentions in this podcast: AAI ISMA trainings and certifications ACE Certification Johnny G Cycling now called Spinning Balance Body Pilates certification Yog...

Randy Barnard is 74 and a well-established personal trainer and lifelong learner. His business is called Aging With Attitude. In this episode we discuss Getting a new lease on life after a joint replacement surgery Building relationships with healthcare providers The importance of continuing education Links to organizations & people mentioned in the podcast: The Barbell Physio ICE Physio (Inst...

Patricia Linderman is a certified health coach and laughter yoga instructor. We talk about being Fierce in the Forest, the Poke-A-Muscle game, and training a 95-year-old man to rev up a chainsaw. Patricia's website: ⁠Fierce After 45 ⁠ Links to subjects discussed in this episode: “Younger Next Year” book ACE Fitness (American Council on Exercise)  Laughter Yoga Poke-A-Muscle game PK Move LInked...

Are you an active health nut over 50 and looking for a way to inspire others in the 2nd half of life to own their health? Becoming a health and fitness professional is a way to work part-time and use your passion for health to help others improve their quality of life. It takes just months to train and get certified as a health coach, personal trainer, or group exercise instructor. I'll give y...