In this episode of the Over 50 Health and Wellness Show, host Kevin English interviews Gwendolyn Bounds, an award-winning journalist and author, on her inspirational journey from being the last pick in childhood sports to excelling in midlife obstacle course racing. Wendy discusses overcoming childhood insecurities, midlife challenges, and the significance of both mental and physical fitness. The conversation covers personalized fitness, the power of self-experimentation, and engaging in activities like Spartan racing to enhance health and self-discovery. Wendy also presents her new book, ‘It’s Not Too Late: The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age,’ emphasizing the value of small, consistent healthy choices over quick fixes.
01:06 Introducing Wendy Bounds: From Sedentary to Superwoman
02:52 Wendy’s Childhood and Athletic Insecurities
04:40 Impact of Childhood Experiences on Adulthood
08:47 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Imposter Syndrome
12:35 The Competency Trap and Growth Mindset
17:33 Catalysts for Change in Midlife
26:18 The Midlife Assassin: Breaking the Cycle of Sameness
30:06 The Importance of Physical Fitness in Aging
37:14 Traveling Challenges and Fitness Motivation
38:30 The Expanding World of Fitness
39:10 Introduction to OCR and Spartan Races
40:39 What is OCR?
45:37 Training for OCR: Practical Tips
50:37 The Role of Burpees in Spartan Races
53:02 Metaphors for Life: Obstacles in OCR
58:31 Fueling Your Fitness Journey
01:04:33 The Importance of Personalized Health Choices
01:11:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with Wendy:
Web | gwendolynbounds.com
Instagram | @gbounds
Linkedin | /gwendolynbounds
Twitter | @gwendolynbounds
Book: Not Too Late: The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age
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