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Helping Men & Women Over 50 Live Happier, Healthier Lives
The Living
Fit After 50 Show
Each week on Living Fit After 50 we discuss a wide range of topics focusing on helping those of us over 50 to have happier, healthier lives.
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Hosted by Certified Personal Trainers & Nutrition Coaches Laurie & Dan Romand who have over 50 years of combined experience helping people look and feel their best, we'll be taking on topics that you want to hear
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Living Fit After 50 (Ep: 31) How to Handle a "Food Hangover"
This week we're discussing what to do when you go off track with your healthy eating. We talk about what to do, how to handle it emotionally and physically and much more!
We also discuss our Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Weight Loss Program (H.E.L.P) which has helped (pun intended) hundreds of men and women to not just lose weight but keep it off without going on a diet or taking some "magic" pill potion or formula. For more details visit our website:
https://www.fullcirclefitnessnc.com/h-e-l-p-weightloss-program
We also discuss our Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Weight Loss Program (H.E.L.P) which has helped (pun intended) hundreds of men and women to not just lose weight but keep it off without going on a diet or taking some "magic" pill potion or formula. For more details visit our website:
https://www.fullcirclefitnessnc.com/h-e-l-p-weightloss-program
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Ep 30: Succeeding With Your New Years Resolution - Part 2.
Part 2 of our series on how to finally succeed on achieving your New Years Resolution Goals.
This week we're talking about the other big component of success which is your diet and nutrition and share our thoughts on how to go about losing weight without going on some super strict fad diet,
This week we're talking about the other big component of success which is your diet and nutrition and share our thoughts on how to go about losing weight without going on some super strict fad diet,
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Ep 29: Succeeding With Your New Years Resolution - Part 1
Each year roughly half of us make a New Years Resolution of some sort. Sadly less than 8% of those who make one actually succeed
In this episode we discuss why that is and give tips on how to get started the right way to increase you odds of success.
We also discuss joining a gym and getting started on an exercise routine and more.
In this episode we discuss why that is and give tips on how to get started the right way to increase you odds of success.
We also discuss joining a gym and getting started on an exercise routine and more.
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Ep 29: Hearing Loss & Ways to Treat It with Clell Hamm
This week we're joined by Clell Hamm a hearing loss specialist and owner of the Hamm Hearing Aid Center.
Clell discusses how our hearing fades as we get older, how to recognize hearing issues , testing for hearing loss as well as options to treat it.
Clell discusses how our hearing fades as we get older, how to recognize hearing issues , testing for hearing loss as well as options to treat it.
![discuss a wide range of topics including supplementation, gut health, what the pharmaceutical setting is like and much more.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_43b39600f8fc4af9ad92417f0f207335~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_43b39600f8fc4af9ad92417f0f207335~mv2.png)
Ep 28: Supplements & Gut Health with Dr. Rachel Gregg
Dr. Rachel Gregg of Rachel Gregg Fitness & Mental Wellness Amare joins us to discuss a wide range of topics including supplementation, gut health, what the pharmaceutical setting is like and much more.
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Ep 26: The Benefits of Exercise While Fighting Cancer
This week we're discussing how exercise can help prevent cancer, and the benefits of exercise when going through treatment and while in recovery.
Laurie who is a Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist will be talking about the approach she takes when working with a someone who is either going thru or post treatment and much more.
Laurie who is a Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist will be talking about the approach she takes when working with a someone who is either going thru or post treatment and much more.
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Ep 25: Running Your First 5k After 50 w/ Pam Howe
This week Pam Howe of Howe2Run is back to discuss getting started with running and running your first 5k. She also discusses the nutritional aspect of running especially for those looking to go longer distances.
Finally we discuss running for those of us over 50 who have bad knees and how it doesn't have to stop you from doing a 5k
Finally we discuss running for those of us over 50 who have bad knees and how it doesn't have to stop you from doing a 5k
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Ep 24: Dealing with Diverticulosis/Diverticulitis
About 60% of Americans over the age of 60 will have to deal with diverticulitis or diverticulosis at some point in their lives.
It's almost 100% for those of us over 80.
In this episode we discuss both, the symptoms, treatments and how I recently ended up being rushed to the ER because I ignored the symptoms
It's almost 100% for those of us over 80.
In this episode we discuss both, the symptoms, treatments and how I recently ended up being rushed to the ER because I ignored the symptoms
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Ep 23: Surviving a Heart Attack with Bill LAi
This week our very special guest is Bill Lai who had a heart attack while working out at the gym and literally died and was resuscitated by the gym staff.
Bill shares what led to his heart attack, talks about the recovery process and how he is better than ever and enjoying life today.
Bill shares what led to his heart attack, talks about the recovery process and how he is better than ever and enjoying life today.
![answering viewer questions about lifting weights after age 50, working out while sick, hiring a personal trainer and how to lift heavier weights without getting injured.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_7d3f883c2c06444caad780f19166f89e~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_320,h_180,q_90/ff11cc_7d3f883c2c06444caad780f19166f89e~mv2.png)
Ep 22: Viewer Questions
This week we're answering viewer questions about lifting weights after age 50, working out while sick, hiring a personal trainer and how to lift heavier weights without getting injured.
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Ep 21: The Benefits of CBD w/ Ben Erichsen
This week our guest is Ben Erichsen Owner of Carolina Pure who joins us to discuss the benefits of using CBD.
Ben shares his experiences and why he got into the industry as well as discusses the use of CBD by for humans and pets.
Ben shares his experiences and why he got into the industry as well as discusses the use of CBD by for humans and pets.
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Ep 20: The Pro's & Cons of Having Bariatric Surgery w/ Nancy Faccone
Nancy Faccone joins us to share her experiences as a patient who had bariatric surgery in 2009.
Nancy shares some tips on how to select a doctor, what to research prior to having the surgery as well as what to expect during recovery and beyond.
She also shares some pro's & con's to take under consideration if you are thinking about having the surgery.
Nancy shares some tips on how to select a doctor, what to research prior to having the surgery as well as what to expect during recovery and beyond.
She also shares some pro's & con's to take under consideration if you are thinking about having the surgery.
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Ep 19: Running After Age 50 w/ Pam & Phil Howe from Howe2Run
Pam & Phil Howe from Howe2Run join us to share their story of how they became avid runners after the age of 50 and then channeled that passion into a business where they work with people of all ages who want to start running.
They discuss topics like how to get started, selecting the proper footwear, tips and tricks to improve your running & walking, as well their coaching program & community
They discuss topics like how to get started, selecting the proper footwear, tips and tricks to improve your running & walking, as well their coaching program & community
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Ep 18: How to Avoid Being Scammed When Hiring A Contractor
Bijorn Mohaugen from Best Choice Roofing joins us to discuss an often over looked issue for many of us over 50 which is dealing with the stress of having to hire a contractor to do repairs on our home.
Bijorn gives tips on how to hire a contractor, what to look for when searching for one and how to avoid being scammed.
He also discusses how to know if your roof needs to be replaced and gives some tips and options on materials and other things to consider.
Bijorn gives tips on how to hire a contractor, what to look for when searching for one and how to avoid being scammed.
He also discusses how to know if your roof needs to be replaced and gives some tips and options on materials and other things to consider.
![Hall of Fame Trainer Greg Justice Joins us to discuss his new book Pride & Discipline about Jack LaLanne](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_84c04833163445d6b7fccadb828010d7~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_84c04833163445d6b7fccadb828010d7~mv2.png)
Ep 17: The Legacy of Jack LaLanne with Hall of Fame Trainer & Author Greg Justice
Hall of Fame Trainer & Author Greg Justice joins us to talk about his new book: Pride & Discipline: The Legacy of Jack LaLanne
Greg also shares some great stories from his 4+ decades as a trainer, as well as gives some of his best training tips for those of us over 50
Greg also shares some great stories from his 4+ decades as a trainer, as well as gives some of his best training tips for those of us over 50
![Art McDermott of the Successful Aging Academy joins us to discuss growing older, and being active as you age](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_39efefab46614058b50386f6a69a09a3~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_39efefab46614058b50386f6a69a09a3~mv2.png)
Ep 16: Aging Gracefully with Art McDermott of the Successful Aging Academy
Best Selling Author & Founder of the Successful Aging Academy Art McDermott joins us to discuss working out as you get older, the benefits of doing so and his thoughts on how to go about it.
He also discusses his best selling book The Red Wine Diet
He also discusses his best selling book The Red Wine Diet
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E 15: Getting Started On Your Fitness Journey
In this episode we discuss the move to radio, talk about mindset and what it is what makes or breaks most people on their fitness journey and answer viewer questions on getting started as well as can you gain muscle and lose weight at the same time!
![Working out during the heat of the summer months. what to watch out for](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_92209caa49494091bdd47db195390ae7~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_92209caa49494091bdd47db195390ae7~mv2.png)
Ep 14: Beat the Heat (Working Out In The Summer)
In this episode we're talking about working out/exercising in the summer months, how to approach it, what signs of overheating to watch out for and much more
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Ep 13: How Our Diet 7 Nutrition Needs Change After Age 50
Many people don't realize that as we get older our bodies diet & nutrition needs change. Gone are the days where we could eat a bunch of junk and and not have to worry about it.
In this episode we discuss the changing needs as we get older, answer viewer questions, talk about Dads and much more!
In this episode we discuss the changing needs as we get older, answer viewer questions, talk about Dads and much more!
![A discussion about Strength Training for Men & Women over age 50](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_63da805036364067818e03cf6c57d4d1~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_63da805036364067818e03cf6c57d4d1~mv2.png)
Ep 12: Strength Training For Men & Women Over 50
This week we have an in-depth discussion on strength training & weightlifting for men & women after age 50. We discuss the benefits, potential issues, & how to get started.
We also discuss a couple of different programs you can use as well as how much rest you should have in between workout.
We also discuss a couple of different programs you can use as well as how much rest you should have in between workout.
![In this episode we answer viewer questions about staying on track with your goals, getting through the weekend, machines vs free weights, water and much more!](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_06915505e9f74d12b9fa4dab1133530f~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_06915505e9f74d12b9fa4dab1133530f~mv2.png)
Ep 11: Ask A Trainer
In this episode we answer viewer questions about staying on track with your goals, getting through the weekend, machines vs free weights, water and much more!
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Ep 10: Finding a Long Term Care Facility/Nursing Home For Your Loved One
The decision to place a loved one into long term care is often one of the most difficult decisions one will have to ever make. In this episode we discuss the process in detail with Laurie who spent over 35 years working and as a manager in long term care,
We discuss the process from start to finish beginning with making the decision to consider whether to place your loved one and how to go about finding an appropriate facility,
We also cover some of the things to look and what questions to ask when looking at facilities as well as discuss some of the struggles your loved one may face going into or living in a facilit
Additionally we offer some perspective of what it's like to work in a long term care facility and what the employees taking care of your loved one go through
We discuss the process from start to finish beginning with making the decision to consider whether to place your loved one and how to go about finding an appropriate facility,
We also cover some of the things to look and what questions to ask when looking at facilities as well as discuss some of the struggles your loved one may face going into or living in a facilit
Additionally we offer some perspective of what it's like to work in a long term care facility and what the employees taking care of your loved one go through
![Weight Loss During and After Menopause, and exercising when dealing with Cancer](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff11cc_1f2b364e705848279dc75f2ae59be24d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_325,h_183,q_90/ff11cc_1f2b364e705848279dc75f2ae59be24d~mv2.png)
Ep 9: Weight Loss During & After Going Through Menopause
In this episode we're answering viewer questions about losing weight during/post menopause as well as exercising when dealing with Cancer
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Ep 8: Squats After 50, Training With Pain
Today we're talking about Squatting after age 50, the benefits and approach, we're also answering viewer questions about training with pain, Dads and much more!
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Ep 7: Dealing With Stress Over 50
In this episode we're talking about the #1 thing people say they struggle with....Stress!
We talk about the causes of stress, the toll it takes on our body and give you some tips and tricks to help you cope and reduce the stress you're feeling.
We talk about the causes of stress, the toll it takes on our body and give you some tips and tricks to help you cope and reduce the stress you're feeling.
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