Season 2: Episode 6: Stronger, Wiser, Different: Redefining Fitness in Midlife (Part 2)

In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben speak with Ryan Whited, a strength and exercise coach, personal trainer, and elite climber. The conversation delves into common fitness myths, including the misconceptions around pain and exercise intensity. Ryan emphasizes the importance of consistency and mindset in building sustainable health habits. They discuss the 'minimum dose effect,' the value of non-exercise activities, and how monitoring one's physical state can guide the right amount of exertion. Practical advice on distinguishing between harmful pain and benign discomfort is shared, encouraging listeners to maintain movement even with physical challenges. The episode serves as a motivational guide for women navigating their fitness journeys in midlife and beyond.   00:00 Introduction to Midlife Mavens Podcast 01:07 Fitness Myths and Mindset Shifts with Ryan Weden 01:43 Debunking Fitness Myths and Pain Management 03:39 Minimum Dose Effect and Sustainable Health Habits 08:42 Mindset Shifts and Consistency in Exercise 17:59 Emotional and Physical Pain: Parallels and Insights 21:10 Final Thoughts and Contact Information   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9   If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com