In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey introduces Heike Yates, a midlife fitness expert with over 35 years of experience, an Iron Man triathlete, ultra marathon runner, author, and podcast host.
Heike shares her journey from Germany to the United States, her love for travel, and how she evolved her fitness career to focus on midlife women. The discussion covers maintaining fitness and health through midlife changes, including the importance of nutrition, stress management, and listening to one's body.
Heike emphasizes the need for realistic, sustainable changes in fitness routines and shares insights from her book and podcast, 'Pursue Your Spark.' The episode also touches on personal anecdotes, like Heike adjusting her fitness regime due to arthritis and the importance of a supportive and positive community.
Contact Heike Yates
Website
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pursueyourspark
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heike-yates/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIeOesGLGAOD5RhI2KYjcA
Podcast - Pursue Your Spark: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pursue-your-spark-midlife-fitness-nutrition-mindset/id1231586317
Book - Pursue Your Spark
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00:00 Introduction to Midlife Fitness
00:38 Welcome to Life Coach VFF Show
01:41 Meet Haika Yates: Midlife Fitness Expert
03:33 Haika's Journey from Germany to the US
06:18 The Evolution of Haika's Fitness Journey
08:37 Realistic Fitness Goals for Midlife Women
11:56 Implementing Sustainable Fitness Changes
15:51 Haika's Personal Fitness and Nutrition Strategies
17:19 Embracing New Activities Beyond Running
17:46 Finding Joy in New Hobbies
18:30 Empowering Clients with Choices
18:46 Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Adjustments
19:07 Managing Health Conditions Through Exercise
20:21 Listening to Your Body's Needs
21:36 Dealing with Stress and Energy Levels
25:09 Daily Routine and Intermittent Fasting
30:08 Importance of Nutrient Variety
30:41 Eliminating Negative Influences
31:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts