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Welcome to Mixing Up Midlife, a weekly show for women in their 50's and beyond who want to explore this incredible age by being more adventurous and more curious. 
Each week Terri and Melissa talk about what matters most to empty-nesters and mid-life women.
Part reality show, part audio diary and part cocktail hour, this show is about remembering how to have fun in midlife.

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Apr 5, 2024

Transforming Midlife Through Weightlifting: Kim Rahir’s Journey from MS to Master Athlete

 

In this episode of 'Mixing Up Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa explore the power of physical strength and mental resilience with their guest, Kim Rahir. Kim is a 60 year old mother of three who was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and decided to ignore her doctor's advice and muscle her way back to a happy life. This year she became European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. Her journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and become a health coach for middle aged women - with a big focus on reactivating and rebuilding muscle. Today, she helps women tap into an abundant source of vitality by reactivating and maintaining their muscles, while ditching diet culture conditioning to actually eat to nourish and flourish.

 

00:00 Welcome to Mixing Up Midlife: Introducing Kim's Inspiring Journey

00:58 Kim's Battle with Autoimmune Diseases: From Diagnosis to Recovery

09:53 Embracing Strength: Kim's Transition to Weightlifting

15:52 From Gym Sessions to Olympic Weightlifting: Kim's Competitive Ascent

16:24 The Journey into Weightlifting: Challenges and Triumphs

17:52 Embracing the Weightlifting Community and Overcoming Age Stereotypes

19:21 The Transformative Power of Weightlifting on Mind and Body

25:35 Empowering Midlife Women Through Tailored Strength Training

 

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