Triathlete Ann McCormick

08/16/23 • 67 min

Ann McCormick is a triathlete who came to serious athletic training later in life. Having let health and fitness take a back seat to career and family, she took stock of where she was and decided to do something about it.
On this episode, Ann describes her trajectory from a pre-diabetic diagnosis in her mid-forties to a phenomenal weight loss of over 80 pounds which she has maintained for almost 15 years. She discusses developing a healthy relationship with food after a lifetime of disordered eating, and especially how she integrated vigorous physical activity into her daily life. She recounts overcoming the imposter syndrome, finding positive motivation in fun, completing her first of over 30 triathlons in 2011, and never looking back as she continues to set personal records at age 59.
Photo Gallery:
https://fit50over50.com/2023/09/08/ann-mccormick/
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David - Maono PDX400
Ann - Neat Worker Bee II

Portraits in Fitness is a multimedia venture featuring podcasts and portraits in collaboration with San Francisco Bay Area photographer David J. Toman. Originally launched in late 2022 as the Fit Over 50 Podcast, it has been renamed to better reflect its unique nature as a podcast sandwiched by photo shoots, in studio and on location.
If you are middle-aged or older, live an active lifestyle in which a physical pursuit is integral to your life, and would like to participate in the project as a subject, you are invited to learn more and apply at the project website. Please check the site for updated portrait galleries of our guests, and spread the word and invite someone you know!
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Olympic Weightlifter Susie Gerhard (Part 2)

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*PART 2 OF 2*
From endurance runner and triathlete, to soccer player and literal "soccer mom," and now multi-time medalist at the Olympic Weightlifting National Championships, Susie Gerhard has followed a fascinating trajectory in her active journey. At the center, she has always had a love and appreciation for movement and a desire to seek out new challenges.
In this episode, Susie shares her experiences with diet and nutrition, injuries, what "aging" means to her, and the joy of movement. She also agreed to come back for Episode 468, hopefully well before we're 100!
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https://fit50over50.com/2023/07/06/susie-gerhard/
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Susie - Neat Worker Bee II

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Hiker & Transformation Coach Janet Tillman

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The year 2020 marked change in myriad ways for so many people, many of whom found opportunity in the challenges that confronted them. Janet Tillman is one such person, who discovered the therapy and wonder of hiking close to her home in beautiful Walnut Creek, CA.
Always more active in non-physical ways, Janet took to the trails, unfolding a path of discovery beyond the physical benefits of being active outdoors.
Janet celebrated her 59th birthday shortly after our interview, and reminds us repeatedly through the podcast about the many things in life worth celebrating.
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https://fit50over50.com/2023/11/30/janet-tillman/
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David - Electro-Voice RE320
Janet - Neat Worker Bee II
More about Janet:
1. Janet is committed to “love, integrity, freedom & ease” for all.

2. Being of service to others is a priority, and she is mindful of making choices that honor herself as well.

3. Keeping her mind, body and spiritual life supports her in living an exuberant life. She is grateful for her love and expresses this in how she loves her life.

4. Communication is primary. Possibility lives in language, so she chooses to work through things through a dialogue where both/all parties feel seen, heard and celebrated for who they are and their options.
Visit Janet at https://tillmanlifeconsulting.com/