Ep. 71 From Having MS to Becoming A Weightlifting Champion with Kim Rahir

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kim, a health coach for middle-aged women, who shares her compelling backstory. Kim, a former journalist, opens up about her global travels, her battle with a severe autoimmune disease leading to multiple sclerosis (MS), and her transformative journey to reclaim her life through strength training. She discusses the physical and mental benefits of weightlifting, the challenges of living with MS, and how she became a European weightlifting champion. Kim also offers insightful advice on small daily habits, the importance of proper nutrition, and the empowering nature of physical strength for women, encouraging everyone to take the first step towards a healthier life today. 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. Last 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. It works by reactivating and maintaining muscle and eating to nourish and flourish.02:07 Kim's Journey to Becoming a Health Coach03:10 The First Autoimmune Episode04:38 The MS Diagnosis and Struggles07:35 Embracing Physical Strength11:11 Maintaining Motivation and Small Habits20:25 Diet and Autoimmune Diseases23:14 From MS Patient to Weightlifting Champion25:57 Joining the Gym at 5526:29 The Thrill of Competing28:45 Gratitude and Living in the Moment30:03 Discovering Meditation32:14 Coaching Midlife Women33:43 Strength Training Approach35:32 Nutrition and Support37:29 Encouragement to Start Today43:18 The Challenge of Change47:33 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Connect with Kim Rahir:LinkedInWebsiteFacebookEmail Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.