Amino Acids, Protein, and Creatine with Liz Plosser
Release Date: 06/24/2025
Journey to Fitness with Melissa Wilson
Fit Strong Women Over 50
In this inspiring episode, Jill and Chris chat with Melissa Wilson, a vibrant grandmother who’s redefining what it means to be fit and strong after 60. Jill met Melissa at the gym and has watched her incredible transformation firsthand — from hesitant beginner to confident, strong, and motivated athlete. Melissa shares her personal fitness journey, the turning point that motivated her to start, and how her mindset and lifestyle have evolved along the way. She opens up about challenges, surprises, and the role that community, consistency, and courage have played in her success. Whether...
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Mediterranean Diet with Chris and Jill
Fit Strong Women Over 50
189 - Mediterranean Diet with Chris and Jill In this episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, we’re diving back into one of our favorite topics — food! Many of us reach a point where we want to eat healthier, feel better, and still enjoy the foods we love. This past summer my doctor has recommended that I follow the Mediterranean diet, which inspired this episode all about three of the most researched and effective eating styles for women over 50: the Mediterranean, DASH, and MIND diets. We talk about what makes each plan unique, how they overlap, and why they’re all considered top...
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Adventures in Iceland with Þórdís Rósa Sigurðardóttir
Fit Strong Women Over 50
Imagine racing your bike up steep Icelandic mountains, through snow, across rivers—and doing it with your daughter and grandson. That’s exactly what today’s guest, Þórdís Rósa Sigurðardóttir, does. Disa is a competitive cyclist from Iceland who races on road and gravel courses in one of the most challenging climates on earth. She’s passionate about cycling, fitness, and community—and she’s sharing that love across three generations of her family. In this episode, Disa talks about: The challenges and beauty of cycling through Iceland’s rugged landscape How she trains for...
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Bone Health with Dr. Lisa Moore
Fit Strong Women Over 50
Bone health is a topic that affects so many women, especially as we move through midlife and beyond. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lisa Moore, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Brick House Bones®. Lisa’s mission is to help people with low bone density or osteoporosis rebuild confidence, strength, and resilience—so they can keep doing the things they love with the people they love. Dr. Moore is trained through BoneFit™ and the Institute of Clinical Excellence in bone health exercise. She blends the latest research with yoga, strength training, and mindful movement to...
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Thyroid and Hormonal Health with Dr. Angela Mazza
Fit Strong Women Over 50
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Angela Mazza, a triple board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid disorders, diabetes, and hormone imbalances. Dr. Mazza is the founder of the Metabolic Center for Wellness in Central Florida, where she takes an integrative and personalized approach to patient care. She is also the co-host of the Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza podcast and the author of Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Thyroid Health. Together, we explore how the thyroid gland affects women’s health, especially during midlife transitions such as perimenopause and...
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Pilates and Gut Health with Charlyn Huss
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In this episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, we talk with Charlyn Huss, a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, movement educator, and gut-health specialist with over 25 years of experience. Charlyn’s innovative approach blends movement science, psychology, and nutrition to help people optimize posture, boost confidence, and achieve lasting wellness. Charlyn is the co-creator of CoreSpring®, a patented Pilates-inspired portable apparatus and training method, and the founder of Playhouse Pilates, a studio that integrates movement, mindset, and gut health to help clients feel their strongest....
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A Year of Racing at 50 with Lauren Paulson
Fit Strong Women Over 50
184 Last year Lauren Paulson ran a race every month for her 50th birthday. Those included her first 100 miler, her first 100 K, the SOS triathlon, and the rim2rim2rim of the Grand Canyon. She is also a professor of psychology and the chair of the department and oversees a $15 million grant. So Lauren understands what it’s like to be an aging female endurance athlete who is trying to balance work and life. More info at our website: .
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Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris
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Aging with Purpose and Passion with Beverley Glazer
Fit Strong Women Over 50
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Amino Acids, Protein, and Creatine with Liz Plosser
Fit Strong Women Over 50
In episode 181, we talk with the former editor of Women's Health, Liz Possler, about the importance of protein and amino acids for women in midlife for aging well, maintaining muscle, losing weight, and for overall longevity. We discuss: Body composition and the importance of protein for muscle Muscle mass and women over 50 What's the right amount of protein to eat and ways to increase your protein What are amino acids and why they are so important to women over 50 Using supplements and protein powder to be sure you get enough For more information, discount code and links visit our...
info_outlineIn episode 181, we talk with the former editor of Women's Health, Liz Possler, about the importance of protein and amino acids for women in midlife for aging well, maintaining muscle, losing weight, and for overall longevity.
We discuss:
- Body composition and the importance of protein for muscle
- Muscle mass and women over 50
- What's the right amount of protein to eat and ways to increase your protein
- What are amino acids and why they are so important to women over 50
- Using supplements and protein powder to be sure you get enough
For more information, discount code and links visit our website at BecomingElli.com