131. How to find your Spark in Midlife

Have you ever found yourself stuck—knowing you want more energy, more confidence, more joy—but unsure of where to start? Or maybe you’ve hit a roadblock that’s thrown your whole routine off course (again), and you're struggling to get back on track. If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is here to help you reconnect with your inner spark and move forward with purpose.In this uplifting and empowering conversation, I’m joined by midlife fitness expert and author Heike Yates, creator of the SPARK Framework. We talk about the common challenges midlife women face when it comes to fitness, motivation, and mindset—and how a simple yet powerful structure can guide you back to yourself, even when life gets messy.Heike Yates is a Midlife Fitness Expert, Author, and Creator of the SPARK Framework, known for helping women in midlife reclaim their confidence, rebuild their energy, and live fully, on their terms. With over 35 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching, she supports women who feel stuck in the “start-over cycle” to create realistic, empowering habits that fit their lives right now—not some perfect version of the past. As the host of the Pursue Your Spark Podcast and author of Pursue Your Spark, Heike inspires women to step out of survival mode and into a life that feels clear, strong, and truly their own.In this episode: What the SPARK Framework is—and how to use it daily to support your wellness goalsWhy "starting over" is a myth and how to shift your mindset toward refinement insteadHow to navigate real-life roadblocks (like burnout, injuries, or caregiving duties) without losing momentumThe power of scanning your life to uncover what you truly want—right nowWays to reconnect with joy by revisiting childhood interests and playful movementWhy it's never too late to try something new (yes, even hula hooping at 82!)How group classes, gamified movement, and structure can support consistency in a busy life Resources Mentioned:·         Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pursueyourspark ·         Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/·         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heike-yates/·         YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIeOesGLGAOD5RhI2KYjcA ·         Podcast - Pursue Your Spark: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pursue-your-spark-midlife-fitness-nutrition-mindset/id1231586317·         Book - Pursue Your Spark: https://amzn.to/4mD5xL7·         Free Midlife Reset Guide: https://heikeyates.com/l/midlife-reset-guide/ Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:Website: https://risingwomanproject.comInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!