Trailblazing in Senior Fitness: Rubin Pereyra's Approach to Senior Fitness Classes
Ruben Pereyra was awarded the Emerging Trailblazer of the Year at the 2024 IDEA World event. With a career dedicated to improving the...
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Erin Eleu
- Sep 2
- 3 min
Flash Mobs and Fitness: Susie Vanderlip's Second Act
Susie Vanderlip is a dedicated Zumba Gold instructor who has transformed her passion for dance into a dynamic and joyful movement for...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 28
- 3 min
Jojo McDuffie: The Impact of Rock Steady Boxing on Parkinson's Disease
Jojo McDuffie is the Director of Corporate Affiliate Partnerships for Rock Steady Boxing. In this podcast episode we're highlighting this...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 24
- 1 min
Beyond The Workout: Creating Moments of Joy and Belonging
I walked into to teach an exercise class at a senior living community and noticed a new face—a gentleman in a wheelchair, accompanied by...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 19
- 3 min
Unlocking Lifelong Movement with Cheryl Whitelaw
Cheryl Whitelaw is a functional movement specialist, Feldenkrais practitioner, and martial artist with a black belt. Cheryl delves into...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 12
- 2 min
Margaret Hoffman: The Value of On-Site Fitness Centers in Senior Living Communities
In today's world, senior living facilities are always searching for innovative ways to attract and retain residents. A crucial component...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 9
- 1 min
Words Matter: How Positive Language Builds Resilience in Older Adults
Strong & Resilient bracelets made for class participants For those working with older adults, the language we use can make a world of...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 9
- 3 min
Teaching Dance in Retirement: Deb Kohlwey's Story
Deb Kohlwey is an inspiring example of a retiree who has found a fulfilling second act in life by transitioning from teaching to...
Erin Eleu
- Aug 2
- 2 min
Empowering Lives with Osteoporosis: Insights from Alison Crouch
Alison Crouch is a movement professional specializing in osteoporosis and strength training. Their conversation is a treasure trove of...
Erin Eleu
- Jul 22
- 3 min
Anti-Obesity Medication and Their Impact on Older Adults: Insights from Dr. Renee Rogers
Dr. Renee Rogers shared her expert insights on anti-obesity medications, offering valuable guidance for fitness professionals grappling...
Erin Eleu
- Jul 22
- 2 min
The Psychology of Chronic Disease: Insights from Christine Conti
Christine Conti is a chronic disease fitness specialist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, educator, and the 2023 IDEA Fitness...
Erin Eleu
- Jul 22
- 3 min
Embracing Practicality, Possibility, and Productivity in Health: Insights from Carlos Reyes
A conversation with Carlos Reyes, a veteran health coach and personal trainer with over 34 years of experience. Here, we uncover Carlos'...
Erin Eleu
- Jul 6
- 4 min
Innovate. Elevate. Connect: The Inception of The Second Act Fit Pros Community and the Vision for Our Mountain Retreat
Imagine spending three days in the serene beauty of the Colorado Rockies, surrounded by fellow health and fitness professionals who share...
Erin Eleu
- Jul 1
- 2 min
Joan Virginia Allen & Sylvia Fox: Fitness Professionals Facing Physical Challenges
Health and fitness professionals spend their careers helping others stay active and healthy. But what happens when they face their own...
Erin Eleu
- Jun 27
- 3 min
Robert Linkul: 7 Research Studies You Should Know If You Train Older Adults
Robert Linkul is the owner of TOA (Training the Older Adult), a personal training studio and continuing education provider for fitness...
Erin Eleu
- Jun 13
- 3 min
Applied Neurology in Fitness: Annie Forest's Holistic Coaching Approach
"How do we as movement professionals, respect the fact it's not just a meat puppet?" --Annie Forest owner of Forest Coaching & Studios In...
Erin Eleu
- May 30
- 2 min
Second Act Fit Pro Collaboration: “Squat Three Times” Music Video
Guest post by Second Act Fit Pro Community Member Susan Frikken I'd love to introduce to you the "Squat Three Times" music video! The...
Erin Eleu
- May 26
- 2 min
Empathy and Independence: How to Truly Support Aging Loved Ones
"Sometimes we can offer a cure, sometimes only a salve, sometimes not even that. But whatever we can offer, our interventions, and the...
Erin Eleu
- Apr 30
- 7 min
Dr. Mike Studer: Moving Through Fear Podcast Transcript Notes
Fear is a top predictor of falling. Neuro Physical Therapist, Dr. Mike Studer discussed the importance of addressing fear of falling and...
Erin Eleu
- Apr 24
- 1 min
How Societal Expectations Shape the Fitness Perceptions of Older Adults
Photo credit: Unsplash Societal expectations influences the functional abilities and fitness level of older adults. Here’s how this shows...
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