54. Changemakers: Redefining Aging Through Surfing and Movement for Women Over 50, with Inessa Love

What if midlife wasn’t the time to slow down—but to get stronger, happier, and more confident in your body than ever before? In this first episode of our Changemakers series, Cheryl talks with Inessa Love, founder of Sassy Silver Surfers and advocate for active aging. Inessa discovered surfing at 50 and says it completely transformed her life—physically, mentally, and emotionally.She’s now helping women all over the world see that it’s never too late to start something new, get stronger, and have more fun than ever.What You'll Learn After Listening:Why your self-definition about what you “can” or “can’t” do is often the biggest barrierThe surprising benefits of learning something new in midlifeWhat surfing can teach us about strength, joy, and resilienceMidlife fitness tips to find your version of movement that you love (and why it doesn’t have to be “exercise”)The powerful connection between movement, confidence, and communityHow one 85-year-old cyclist changed Inessa’s perspective on aging foreverTake ActionDon’t overthink it. Just start. Find something you love, do it with a friend, and keep going. “The more you move, the stronger you become.”Follow Inessa Love and her community of midlife surfers on Instagram at @sassysilversurfers or join their private Facebook group for women 50+ who surf (or are surf-curious).About the Changemakers SeriesChangemakers celebrates midlife women who are reinventing themselves—personally, professionally, or both—and inspiring others to do the same.If you’ve made a big pivot or created something new in midlife, Cheryl wants to hear from you! Click the link below to text Cheryl and let her know.Find the GreenSynergy Elixir and Energy Fizz duo at cherylpfischer.com/greens. Grab your water bottle, add these, and enjoy!Support the show🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence!🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us.💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation?Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/rechargeLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women.Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website---------------💡If you are a brand or business wanting to reach an audience of women in their 40s and 50s who are focused on health, success, and taking care of themselves and others well in this stage of life, consider sponsoring Mind Your Midlife podcast.  More information here.