S.4 Ep.12 - NOT DONE YET! Inspiring new book by Mona Smith, Author & Powerlifter

Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! S.4 Ep.12 - NOT DONE YET! Inspiring new Book by Mona Smith, Author & PowerlifterToday I interviewed Mona Smith about her new book "NOT DONE YET!" This tells the story of her life from a tragic life-changing injury as a child to competitive powerlifter, using strength training to get there. Full of inspiring stories, and her take on training, nutrition and her to approach tackling life head on, not give in to age and time. Ageing is inevitable. Being frail is not. Amen to that! Follow her in instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/strongandfitat50?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Book available on Amazon:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G4WT5WTM?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_X3S2HF5NAN3XMHPNT6H8&bestFormat=trueRead more about it here: If you’ve ever looked at your changing midlife body and wondered when did this happen? — this book is for you.Not Done Yet! is a straight-talking, motivating and deeply relatable guide for women who want to feel stronger, healthier, and more confident in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. No jargon. No judgment. No “just do more cardio”. This is real information, real science and real stories from real women.You’ll learn why strength training is one of the most powerful tools you have to protect your long-term health — from bone density and muscle loss to weight gain, menopause symptoms, cardiovascular health, diabetes risk, cognitive decline and general “I don’t feel like myself anymore” fatigue. And you’ll understand what’s happening inside your body, why it’s happening, and what you can do about it — starting today.This isn’t a book about chasing perfection. It’s a book about taking control.Alongside the science, you’ll meet women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s who thought they were “too old”, “too unfit” or “too far gone” — until they weren’t. Their stories are honest, funny, sometimes emotional and always inspiring. They show exactly what’s possible when you stop believing you’ve missed your chance.Inside, you’ll find:• the truth about menopause, muscle loss, weight gain and why none of this is your fault• how strength training protects your bones, joints, brain, heart and mental health• practical, usable guidance on nutrition, protein, carbs, fats, supplements and hydration• simple steps to get started — even if you’ve never set foot in a gym• confidence checklists, tips for choosing a trainer and finding a gym where you actually belong• powerful first-person stories that will stay with you long after you finish the bookIf you want to live longer and live better… if you want to stay independent, strong and capable… if you want to feel proud of what your body can do… this book will show you exactly how to get there.Perfect for yourself — or for any woman you care about who deserves to feel stronger, healthier and more hopeful about her future.Because ageing is inevitable. Being frail is not.I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. It would really help if you shared this or any of these podcasts, with anyone who might find it useful. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group for the latest info.