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Two women engaged in strength training exercises, one lifting a dumbbell and the other performing a deadlift.

'At 60, I Trained to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro'

“It was a chance to step completely outside my comfort zone.”

By Tonya Oxendine as told to Andi Breitowich

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A fit woman in a pink sports bra performs a squat with a barbell in a gym setting.

‘Here’s How I Combine Resistance Training and Calisthenics to Build Full-Body Strength at 47'

By Catherine Sargent as told to Andi Breitowich

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sanduni gamage

Strength Training Transformed My Body At 38

By Sanduni Gamage as told to Andi Breitowich

A woman in a black jacket smiles next to an ice skater performing a graceful pose on the rink in a yellow outfit.

‘How I Exercise 5 Days a Week at 86’

By Meredith Hall as told to Andi Breitowich

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A woman exercising with dumbbells and another playing volleyball, showcasing strength and athleticism.

‘My Strength Training Split for Body Recomp at 63’

By Nanci Lee as told to Nia Watson

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patricia greaves working out in the gym and stretching outside

The Exact Routine This Trainer Follows To Stay Fit

By Patricia Greaves as told to Ann Kaiser

A split image of a gymnast celebrating with hands raised and a woman lifting weights in a fitness center.

‘How I Build Muscle and Strength at 46’

By Angela Fuller as told to Andi Breitowich

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Three women with medals celebrate, one in a hospital bed, alongside a runner crossing a finish line at a marathon.

‘How I Ran My First Marathon at 60’

By Elizabeth Obih-Frank as told to Andi Breitowich

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charlene leibel strength transformation

'How I Turned Half Of My Weight Into Muscle At 71'

By Charlene Leibel as told to Addison Aloian, NASM-CPT

A female athlete with disabilities lifting weights in a wheelchair and speaking into a microphone at an event.

‘How I Train as a CrossFit and HYROX Athlete’

By Stephanie Buttell as told to Andi Breitowich

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Fit woman poses confidently in beachwear and workout attire, rainbow in the background.

‘How 20-Minute Workouts Helped Me Build Strength’

By Caroline Drury as told to Andi Breitowich

Woman posing in desert in black swimsuit; same woman holding award in bodybuilding competition.

'Why I Started Bodybuilding in Midlife’

By Susan Guidi as told to Andi Breitowich

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Woman exercising with ropes and weights in a gym.

‘How I Rebuilt My Body at 55 in Menopause’

By Debbie Mingoia as told to Andi Breitowich

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Smiling runner at marathon; in hospital bed, giving peace signs with wristbands.

'How I Got Back Into Fitness After Hip Surgeries’

By Caroline Coco as told to Andi Breitowich

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Irene Duncan showcasing an inspiring transformation

‘How I Started Strength Training at 65’

By Irene Duncan as told to Andi Breitowich

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nellie before and after

'How I Used Dumbbells To Transform My Body'

By Nellie Barnett, CPT, as told to Lydia Wang

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Dynamic action pose of a fitness model showcasing athleticism.

‘My Complete Strength Training Routine at 64’

By Tina Lacy as told to Andi Breitowich

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emmie sanh strength transformation

'Here's How I Made Working Out Sustainable At 71'

By Emmie Sanh as told to Andi Breitowich

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a woman holding a child on a beach and a woman exercising indoors

'My Secrets To Staying Fit And Focused At 62'

By Beth Bacon as told to Andi Breitowich

nadja piatkin

'How I Transformed My Body in My 70s'

By Nadja Piatka as told to Andi Breitowich

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kari mankes strength transformation

'I Transformed My Body with Strength Training & a GLP-1'

By Kari Mankes as told to Andi Breitowich

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'Here's How I Train as a Hybrid Endurance Athlete'

By Leah Kaplan as told to Andi Breitowich

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audrey galvin

'How I Added a New Hobby to My Workout Routine at 31'

By Audrey Galvin as told to Andi Breitowich

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michelle gale working out

'I Can Do 10 Pull-Ups at 63. This One Trick Helps Me Avoid Skipping a Workout.'

By Michelle Gale as told to Andi Breitowich

woman lifting barbell and lat pulldowns

'How I Progressed To Bench Press 135 Pounds'

Pilar Lewis as told to Women's Health

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a split image showcasing a muscular woman posing in two different outfits

'How I Started Working Out at 63 and Stayed Consistent'

By Pamela Quayle as told to Andi Breitowich

two images of a person in athletic wear one indoors and one outdoors

'How I Achieved Body Recomposition at 40'

By Allison Pearce as told to Perri O. Blumberg

marcia allen working out

'How I Regained Muscle and Strength in My 60s'

By Marcia Allen as told to Perri O. Blumberg

athlete posing with a medal at a competition

'How I Train For Upper-Body Strength & Muscle'

By Rebecca Vizi as told to Andi Breitowich

two individuals showcasing their strength and fitness routines

'I’m 92 and feel 50 – Here's My Workout Routine'

By Bridie Wilkins

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karen cokely

‘This Workout Combo Helped Me Grow Muscle At 68’

By Karen Cokely as told to Andi Breitowich

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'I Gained Significant Muscle Mass And Lost Weight At 50. Here's What Helped Me Stay Consistent.'

By Eileen West as told to Andi Breitowich

jamie santos

'How I Work Out 5 Days A Week As A Working Mom'

By Jamie Santos as told to Andi Breitowich

$becky hennesy\, left\, and cynthia sanders lift weighed plates over their heads during a workout at dtx performance co in dallas\, texas\, on june 6\, 2025.$

Is Heavy Lifting The Fountain Of Youth? These Women Say Yes

By Cassie Shortsleeve

a split image showcasing two poses of a person one glamorous and one athletic

'How Resistance Training Transformed My Body At 54'

By Helen Meredith as told to Andi Breitowich

a woman in athletic wear holding a weight plate in a gym setting

'3 Tips That Kept Me In The Gym As A Working Mom.'

Neha Verma As Told To Andi Breitowich

woman doing hyrox fitness exercise

'These 5 Tips Keep Me Consistent In My Hyrox Workouts At 71.'

By Debbie Leahy as told to Andi Breitowich

two women participating in weightlifting activities in a gym

I’m The Fittest I’ve Ever Been At 47. Here's How.

By Andi Breitowich

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