Alyssa Ages, author of Secrets of Giants, shares her empowering story of trials, triumphs and lifting heavy things

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10/25/23 • 47 min

Alyssa Ages, author of Secrets of Giants, shares her empowering journey of lifting heavy things and its life-changing impact on her. Alyssa's story is a testament to resilience, overcoming profound heartache after a miscarriage to find solace and healing in strength training.
Her path from 'being the unathletic kid' to a strongman competitor and endurance athlete is nothing short of inspiring. Alyssa opens up about her fears, trials, and triumphs, including competing in a marathon and a half Ironman triathlon, which she embarked on despite not knowing how to swim at the outset. Her story proves strength is more than physical - it's about emotional fortitude and mastering the unexpected.
But Alyssa's journey isn't a solitary one. She talks about her coach's critical role in her transformation, offering support for both the physical rigours of training and the emotional challenges that came with it. Moreover, Alyssa reveals the unexpected hurdles of writing a book and the power of vulnerability in sharing her story. Join us for an engaging conversation beyond muscle and sinew to explore emotional resilience and the real meaning of strength.
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The RedLeaf Fitness Podcast - Alyssa Ages, author of Secrets of Giants, shares her empowering story of trials, triumphs and lifting heavy things

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Welcome back to another edition of the Red Leaf Fitness podcast , A show dedicated to bringing you stories , interviews and conversations about living a healthy , resilient and productive life .

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I'm your host , Sean Blinch , and I want to thank you for making time to listen to this episode today

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