In this podcast episode I’m talking with Ilene Block, founder of Silver and Strong Fitness. Ilene shares her inspiring journey, beginning at age 60, when she shifted from decades of yo-yo dieting to strength training and balanced nutrition. Inspired by Train with Joan, she lost 40 pounds and competed in bodybuilding. Now 65, Ilene aims to help women over 50 embrace fitness and a strong mindset.

Ilene discusses her use of the RPE scale for proper lifting intensity and customized nutrition plans focusing on macronutrients. She emphasizes the importance of community support through her platforms like her free Facebook group “Sovereign Fitness” and website “silverandstrong.com,” helping women globally connect and share their fitness journeys, highlighted by success stories like Anne's.

Ilene encourages embracing natural aging and promotes mantras like "Consistency, not perfection," and "Comparison is the thief of joy," advocating for self-education and community support. Join us to hear how Ilene redefines aging and promotes a healthy, fit lifestyle for women over 50!