71. Strong. Authentic. Confident. Accomplished. I redefine what’s possible ~ proving a woman’s power grows with age, not despite it.
You decide who will be featured on the cover of Muscle & Fitness HERS and take home $20k
One woman will win $20,000 and grace the cover of Muscle & Fitness HERS.
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Receive Text UpdatesHealth and fitness fuel my purpose. Movement is my medicine, strength is my freedom, and vitality rises above outdated narratives about aging women. I train to live fully, independently and with joy - not to look younger. My passion is ignited every time a woman realizes she hasn’t missed her chance, on the contrary - she’s just getting started!
What’s your favorite way to train or stay fit?I train for life. Strength training is my foundation, complemented by functional movement, balance, mobility, and yoga. I believe fitness should support independence, confidence, and longevity - and not as punishment or extremes. Consistency, variety, and joy keep me energized, strong, and fully engaged in life of purpose.
What would you do with $20,000?I would invest the majority of the funds into The Boomer Exchange,a Talk Show and Social Connections platform, with an accompanying app, created for Boomers and Gen X who want to live the rest of their lives as the very best of their lives. Through expert-led conversations, The Boomer Exchange focuses on whole-person health;physical, mental, and social—while also addressing purpose, connection, and community. This generation remains active, curious, and engaged, yet is often underserved when it
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