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In this episode of the Fit News podcast, host Jen Shaver, a triple certified fitness expert specializing in midlife, welcomes back special guest Liz Fillipone. Liz, with 20 years of diverse experience in movement practices including yoga and strength conditioning, now focuses specifically on helping women and men aged 45 and over who experience physical discomfort. Her journey to this specialization was inspired by her own return to dance and observing older students thriving, leading her to research and educate herself on aging and movement. The episode introduces and explores the concept of the five ages: chronological, biological, functional, psychological, and social. While chronological age is fixed, the other four can be supported and shifted through lifestyle choices.

The discussion delves into how functional limitations, such as difficulty with daily movements like getting up from a chair or floor, climbing stairs, or getting in and out of a car, can profoundly affect the psychological and social ages, potentially leading to anxiety, embarrassment, or social withdrawal.

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In this episode, Jen introduces Edmund Ricker as the first finance expert to appear on the podcast. Edmund is a certified financial planner and enrolled agent who experienced bankruptcy at the age of 30. This personal experience motivated him to study finance and eventually become a financial coach with his business, Stacking Cheddah, because he saw many people struggling with financial stress, similar to what he had gone through. Jen points out the connection between financial wellness and fitness, noting that just like a fitness plan, financial well-being requires consistency, discipline, and tracking progress.

Edmund emphasizes that financial stress significantly impacts overall well-being, contributing to poor sleep, weight gain, chronic health issues, and even relationship problems. He works with clients who often have good incomes but struggle to understand where their money is going and aren't meeting their savings goals. Edmund's coaching focuses on empathy, education, and action, providing non-judgmental and confidential help with budgeting, debt reduction, and saving. He stresses the importance of taking an honest look at one's current financial situation and setting realistic goals, drawing parallels to health coaching where understanding current habits is crucial for creating sustainable change. Edmund offers a free 15-minute consultation and a foundational two-hour session to help clients identify their financial priorities and develop concrete action steps.

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Host Jen Shaver sits down with Jason Gootman, a Mayo Clinic Certified Wellness Coach, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Certified Nutritionist, and Certified Exercise Physiologist. Jason shares his expert insights on breaking free from the cycle of yo-yo dieting and overcoming the common struggle of turning good intentions into lasting healthy habits. Together, Jen and Jason dive deep into the realities of why change is hard and how to make sustainable wellness a lifestyle rather than a temporary fix.

Listeners will learn about the importance of managing willpower, simplifying nutrition and exercise strategies, and creating daily routines that foster long-term success without the pressure of perfection. Jason’s practical advice helps busy midlife women—and anyone seeking positive change—rethink their approach to health, focusing on consistency, enjoyment, and realistic expectations.

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This episode focuses on building lasting habits through small, consistent actions. Jen breaks down the habit cycle, explaining how cues, routines, and rewards work together and how you can tweak them to create positive change. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, identifying triggers, and replacing negative routines with healthier alternatives.

Fit News also highlights key areas to prioritize during midlife, including strength training, balanced nutrition, and stress reduction. Jen shares practical tips, like incorporating a 5-minute morning stretch or practicing mindfulness, and encourages listeners to celebrate small wins to build confidence and momentum. She also recommends resources like "Atomic Habits" by James Clear and "Tiny Habits" by BJ Fogg for further habit-building guidance.

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Marie Cherrett helps women 40+ deal with symptoms of menopause and perimenopause through natural nutritional changes rather than starving oneself.

Jen Shaver, your host and triple-certified health expert, discusses builds upon her previous discussion with Marie Cherrett about functional nutrition. They discuss optimal health for elimination of perimenopause and menopause symptoms.

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Jessica Jamison is a licensed mental health counselor and certified personal trainer offering both services through her Business Revolution Health. With over 9 years of experience, she supports chronic dieters and finding peace with foot, fitness, and their body.

Jen Shaver, your host and triple-certified health expert, discusses the issues of chronic dieting with Jessica. They discuss the body positivity movement and how it might effect one's self esteem, along with the effectiveness of neutral thinking. Jessica views the conversation from a non diet, weight, inclusive, and health at every size approach due to her experiences with over exercising, disordered eating, and years of hating her own body.

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Dr. Emily is a board certified family physician from the Columbus area who discovered her true calling in functional medicine.

Jen Shaver, your host and triple-certified health expert, discusses Dr. Emily's personal health journey. She began her life with a diagnosis with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. She had to take powerful medications to suppress her immune system for 25 years. While balancing life as a doctor, a mom, and a wife, she often felt burnt out and disconnected from her own health. Everything changed when she came across an article by Dr. Mark Hyman about the impact of food on chronic symptoms.

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How often do you set goals that are based more on what you think you should do rather than what's truly achievable for you right now?

Jen Shaver, your host and triple-certified health expert, brings you a solo episode all about setting meaningful goals. She discusses how to take actions toward achieving goals, and how to show yourself flexibility and grace while working toward the goal.

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Vicki Midwood is a health coach and addiction eliminator who is passionate about helping business owners over 40 liberate themselves from compulsive eating, alcohol dependance, over exercise, weight, obsession, and anxiety so that they can finally live the life they want in a body that looks and feels good. She is a certified integrative health and nutrition coach, author and podcaster, and has been in the world of fitness and well-being for over 30 years.

Jen Shaver, your host and triple-certified health expert, interviews Vicki Midwood about obsessions, anxiety, weight, and over exercise. The two discuss women's health during their midlife and easing PMS symptoms with proper food and exercise. They also discuss how cortosol and glucose levels can impact the body.

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Gretchen Holmes, returning guest and 3 time cancer survivor, is a dynamic speaker and host of the Work in Between Podcast. Diagnosed with diabetes in 2021, Gretchen transformed her life by losing 110 pounds while continuing to focus on daily work necessary to maintain a vibrant, healthy livestyle. Previously, Gretchen worked as a standup comedian and a co-creator, co-producer, and writer for on-air talent for WUMR's: Let's Talk Health.

Jen Shaver, your host and triple-certified health expert, interviews Gretchen Holmes about her weight loss journey. Additionally, the two talk about diabetes, weight gain, and finding a way to help maintain an easier, happier standard of life.

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