The Seasoned Athlete Podcast is the place for conversations, stories, advice and motivation featuring currently competing elite athletes from a wide variety of sports who all have one common bond: they are ALL over age 40. Through this show, we hope to inspire listeners to believe in their own athletic potential and capabilities, regardless of age. Because after all - age is not just a number...it is an asset!
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Running Coast To Coast with 100 Year-Old WWII Vet Ernie Andrus (128)
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After a two-year hiatus, Seasoned Athlete is back with a story that has to be told. Meet Ernie Andrus, a WWII vet who recently celebrated his 100th birthday by stepping into the Pacific Ocean after finishing his second cross-country trek on foot. Listen to find out why he decided to run from coast to coast in the first place (when he was 90), how h…
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Another Year More Seasoned - The Annual Birthday Episode (127)
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I have a very special episode for you today! Every year on my birthday, I take a moment to reflect on the things I’ve learned over the past 365 days, and since I just turned 47, it’s time for another birthday episode! This is the 5th year I’m doing it, and I am very excited to share. I’m talking about what keeps me motivated, how aging changes the …
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Defying Expectations with Special Olympics Athlete and Marathon Runner Loretta Claiborne (126)
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Today I’m excited to welcome Loretta Claiborne to the Seasoned Athlete Podcast. Loretta was born in 1953 with physical and intellectual disabilities and did not walk or talk until four years old. Doctors told her mother that Loretta belonged in an institution because she would never survive in the "regular" world. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter…
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Taking Big Leaps Through Small Steps with Angela White aka The Running Granny (125)
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Today I’m excited to welcome Angela White aka The Running Granny to the Seasoned Athlete Podcast. Angela started running at the age of 53 as part of a series of ‘small steps’ she took to improve her health and quality of life. A friend then introduced her to the world of ultra running and she became fascinated with what the human body can achieve w…
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The Connection Between Physical & Mental Fitness with Vanessa Bogenholm (124)
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Today I’m excited to welcome Vanessa Bogenholm to the Seasoned Athlete Podcast. Vanessa is a Bay Area based personal trainer and an avid runner who is a regular age group podium fixture. She is also the author of It’s Your Body which shows you step by step how to slow down and understand how the body works so you, too, can get the results you want.…
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Tips For Starting A Later In Life Athletic Journey (123)
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Over the last four years, I’ve interviewed around a hundred athletes from a wide variety of sports and fitness or athletic backgrounds. Everything from the lifelong athlete who has never known a life outside of elite sports, to women athletes in their 70s, 80s and 90s who wanted to play organized sports when they were younger, but never had the opp…
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The Biggest Mistakes That Sabotage Your Habits and How To Fix Them (122)
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We are starting to head into the holiday season, and this time of year can be a notoriously difficult time of year when it comes to staying on track with your fitness, your training, your nutrition, and other things you generally want to have happening in your life. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/byecouch Peopl…
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A little while back, I put out a call for episode topic requests, and this one came in. What is a good regimen for pre and post races? Looking for nutritional advice. After my last race I had a hard time getting back my energy. It took almost a week and I have been trying to eat cleaner. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinle…
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Stop Making Fitness Just About Changing Your Body (120)
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Today I’m going to talk about something that’s been on my mind. And because I have a podcast, I get to talk about stuff that’s been on my mind. I spend a lot of time thinking about why people exercise. Why they decide to do it. Why they keep doing it. And why they stop doing it. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/b…
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Become an Elite Athlete At Any Age with Timmie Brann (119)
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Making yourself a priority when life is filled with so much to do can be daunting. More often than not, our health and fitness is what takes the back seat, even though it should be at the top of the list. We feel worse as the time goes by, but it just feels impossible to change. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/b…
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Smart Injury Recovery For the Ageless Athlete (118)
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Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/byecouch One thing that rarely gets discussed but is of the utmost importance for any athlete is injuries. Yup. Part of being active means you’re going to occasionally hurt yourself but there’s smart ways to recover and not so smart ways to recover. And knowing the difference real…
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The Unsexy Truth About Long Term Fitness Results (117)
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Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/byecouch When starting or getting back into your fitness journey, short term, quick solutions can feel super appealing. Things like 6 week weight loss challenges, mental and physical challenges like 75 Hard, short term strict nutrition plans like Whole 30, detox cleanses, become t…
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Eat To Get Strong with Steph Gaudreau (116)
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Diet culture leaves us thinking that the only reason to work out is to shrink our bodies. The messaging is constantly about losing weight, dropping dress sizes, and it is affecting your health more than you may realize. Fueling your body, no matter how much of an athlete you are, is incredibly important. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here…
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Weight Loss Isn't The Only Reason to Work Out (115)
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Simple fitness is possible. I know, shocking, right? The truth is, you don’t need to be doing CRAZY gym routines to get into great shape and be ready to take on something like a 5k, 10k or even an obstacle run! Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/byecouch In this episode, I’m talking to one of my amazing clients, Ei…
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The Massive Impact of a Simple Fitness Routine with Eileen Faulk (114)
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Simple fitness is possible. I know, shocking, right? The truth is, you don’t need to be doing CRAZY gym routines to get into great shape and be ready to take on something like a 5k, 10k or even an obstacle run! Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlegat.com/byecouch In this episode, I’m talking to one of my amazing clients, Ei…
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Yes, You Are Aging & It's Time To Own It! (113)
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We’re taking on a topic that might ruffle some feathers. With anti-aging culture so rampant in our society, too often we are encouraged to deny or even avoid the fact that we are aging. In fact, we are led to believe we should do whatever we can to stop it, and I’m over that messaging. Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pack here: https://robinlega…
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Women Are Not Small Men with Dr. Stacy Sims (112)
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At Seasoned Athlete, we are passionate about dispelling myths and sharing facts about aging women and our fitness needs. Too often, we are told the wrong information, studies are done with only men in mind, and it leaves us burnt out and unwell. We’re thrilled to be kicking off this season with Dr. Stacy Sims! Get the FREE Off The Couch Starter Pac…
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Flying Past Upper Limits with Pole Vaulter Flo Meiler (111)
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On today's episode I'm talking to 87 year old record breaking track and field athlete, Flo Filion Meiler. Flo was an athlete for much of her life but took it to new heights at the age of 60 when she began her journey as a track and field star. She breaks down how she stays motivated, what her best habits are, and how she keeps her body limber and s…
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Overtraining Signs, Symptoms & Prevention (110)
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Have you recently restarted your fitness routine and realized you've pushed yourself too far? Today we're talking about overtraining. What it means. The dangers. And the signs and symptoms to look out for as you train. I’m also going over a few simple tips you can utilize to prevent reaching that point in your training, especially the need for reco…
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The Power of Play with Pat "The Play Lady" Rumbaugh (109)
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When was the last time you took a moment to play? To really just do something fun, like when you were a kid? Perhaps it’s a game of hopscotch, or even just doing a puzzle, play really is important when it comes to your overall well being. On today’s episode, I’m talking to Pat Rumbaugh, The Play Lady and executive director of Let's play America, al…
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Why NOW Is The Time To Run Your First Obstacle Race (108)
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On today’s episode I’m sharing why NOW is the time to run your first obstacle race. You may be feeling “blah” from sitting around more than usual during the pandemic, and feel you’re just too out of shape to do it. Or maybe you think your age is a reason that obstacle racing just isn’t for you. I’m busting these myths today. Obstacle racing truly i…
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Surviving and Thriving the Menopocalypse with Amanda Thebe (107)
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Menopause is something that all women will eventually experience, but more often than not, they aren’t equipped for dealing with all that comes with it. Whether it’s the gap in medical understanding of it, hormone coaches pitching unfounded science, or women just feeling left in the dust, it can be truly challenging to go through. In this episode, …
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On today’s episode I talk about the joys that running can bring to your routine as well as your athletic life. It’s no secret I did not start off as a runner, in fact, I avoided running at all costs. But I have found a love in running and I think you can as well. Running can be one of the most fulfilling and rewarding parts of your day and in this …
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Betting On Yourself In Your Forties and Beyond With Stacy Griner (105)
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On today’s episode I talk with Stacy Griner, Owner and Operator of Kika Stretch in Atlanta, Georgia. Stacy wasn’t always an athlete, in fact she grew up avoiding sports and sweating all together! Through big life events and changes, Stacy found her inner athlete at age 41 and began her journey as a cyclist, marathon runner, triathlon competitor, an…
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On today’s episode, I talk about why age is not just a number and why we should shift from this mindset. If you've been following Season Athlete for a while, you may have noticed something about the way I talk about older athletes. Since day one, I have never said age is just a number. It's a phrase I've seen over and over again in articles about a…
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A Bold, Brave, Beautiful Life With Mountaineer Mom Jenn Drummond (103)
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On today’s episode, I talk with Jenn Drummond, an American motivational speaker, mountaineer, adventurer, and founder of Bold Brave Beautiful —a blog and community where she invites people to become more conscious of their life purpose and take action toward achieving what seems “impossible.” Jenn, a mother of seven, left the finance world after a …
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Simple Steps To Restart A Dormant Fitness Routine (102)
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On today’s episode, I cover three simple steps to restart your dormant fitness routine. As we start to see the light at the end of the tunnel coming out of the pandemic, it is easy to look at where you are with your fitness goals and quickly get discouraged. Remember, it’s okay to not be where you were with your goals and routine before going into …
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Exercise As A Coping Mechanism With Dr. Helen Hsu (101)
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Today, I am talking to Dr. Helen Hsu, the Lead Outreach Specialist, Staff Psychologist, Asian American specialist, and a lecturer at Stanford University. Dr. Hsu is a marathon runner, Crossfit athlete, Obstacle racer, and trapeze enthusiast. In this episode we Discuss Helen’s belief in the Mind Body connection and her personal philosophy on being a…
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Four Years, Six Decades & 100 Episodes of Seasoned Athlete (100)
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We are celebrating the 100th episode of the Seasoned Athlete Podcast! What a better way to celebrate than revisiting some of my favorite interviews over the last four years. I chose one athlete to represent each decade from the 40’s all the way to the 90’s. From Spartan Racers to Ice Swimmers, we have had some amazing Seasoned Athletes over the las…
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Turning Your Athletic Hobby Into Your Career With Jill Heinerth (099)
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In this episode I talk to Jill Heinerth, an underwater explorer, writer, photographer, speaker, and filmmaker. Jill shares how she started over after leaving her business in Toronto to pursue her dreams in the Cayman Islands, writing a best-selling memoir of her adventures, and how the pandemic and quarantine brought about a new business venture fo…
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In this episode I highlight and discuss fad diets and the myths around nutrition for those seeking to live an active and athletic lifestyle, especially for women athletes and aging women athletes. With so much information out there, it’s important to understand the research you’re retaining when exploring what nutritional lifestyle works best for y…
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Busting Women's Training Media Myths (097)
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Should women and men train differently? In this episode, we explore this question based on the comparison of two articles highlighting why, when, and how women should train based on their menstrual cycles. We discuss: - Comparing studies measuring the results of modern exercise in men versus women. - Breaking down the bias of these studies. - Women…
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The Original Later-In-Life Athlete with 96-Year Old Betty Lindberg (096)
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In this episode I had an amazing chat with Betty Lindberg, an incomparable 96 year old runner and race walker. Betty has made an art form out of her ability to slowly build up her body and stamina and not let mental distractions get in the way. We discuss: - Betty calls herself the original ‘couch potato’ - Betty proves everything is possible when …
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How To Start Your Year With 2021 Vision (095)
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In this episode I set down a few steps we all can take to start the new year with 2021 Vision. Together we’ll figure out what our ‘Big Idea’ goal for the year is and all the steps we can take to get there. We discuss: - How can you start this year with 2021 vision - The goal of this episode is to make you think big for yourself - What is something …
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19,000+ Jumps Out of a Perfectly Good Plane with Amy Chmelecki (094)
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On this episode of Seasoned Athlete, we’re talking to professional sky diver Amy Chmelecki. She’s done over 19,000 sky dives, broken 20 sky diving world records, holds 5 world titles and 10 national titles…and that’s just some of it! In this episode, we discuss… - How participating sports can help you find confidence - Why trying new things (even i…
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Our Top Lessons from a Most Unusual Year (093)
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Welcome to the final episode of 2020! It's been a long, painful, traumatic year on a lot of levels, so this episode is all about the top lessons that I’ve learned in this most unusual year. I think it’s important to reflect, even if the year was not what we hoped it would be. I could go on for years about it, but here are my top 3! Full show notes:…
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The Mental and Emotional Connection to Athletic Performance with Brenda Schultz-McCarthy (092)
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In this episode I talk to retired tennis pro, Brenda Schultz-McCarthy. We talk about her path to becoming a professional athlete starting while she was still a child and some of the sacrifices her family made to get her there. Full shownotes: https://seasonedathlete.me/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seasoned-athlete/donations Adve…
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Giving Yourself Grace and Getting Back to YOU (091)
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In this episode I take a step back from my regular interviews and look at our collective mental and emotional state going into a new year. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seasoned-athlete/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…
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From Super Mom to Ninja Warrior with Melissa Huff (090)
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In this episode I talk to runner and athlete, Melissa Huff. She talks about how she never did any sports or athletics at all until she was in her forties. Full show notes: https://seasonedathlete.me/ Connect with Melissa: https://www.instagram.com/mrsbuff2u/ Connect with Robin: https://www.instagram.com/robinlegat/ Support this podcast at — https:/…
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Defining Yourself as an Athlete When You Don't Have a Sport (089)
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In this episode I’m talking about HOW to find the motivation you need and why you are still an athlete even when all of your favorite sports aren’t available. Yes, Covid has changed it for a lot of us! Full shownotes: https://seasonedathlete.me/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seasoned-athlete/donations Advertising Inquiries: https:…
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Mile After Mile with Triathlete, Runner & Podcaster Amy Stone (088)
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In this episode I talk to Amy Stone about her lifetime love of running. She entices us with years of ups and downs in Iron Man’s, Triathlons, and now Virtual Racing, and her experiences as a coach encouraging others with “internal motivation.” Full show notes: https://seasonedathlete.me/ Connect with Amy Stone: https://www.amysaysso.com/ Support th…
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Another Year More Seasoned - Reflecting on Turning 46 with Host Robin Legat (087)
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In this episode, I talk about my journey during this past year around the sun. Normally it would consist of athletic achievements and athletic adventures, but this year changed my path and many others goals as well. I’ll be talking about a new type of challenge, the emotional and mental kind and how I’ve come through it so far and the lessons this …
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Ordinary People Can Do Extraordinary Things with Ice Swimmer Cath Pendleton (086)
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In this episode I talk to avid swimmer, Cath Pendleton. We talk about her swim filled childhood, how her triathlon experiences lead to ice swimming, and how she fared crossing the English Channel and swimming a mile in the waters of Antarctica. Full shownotes: https://seasonedathlete.me/episodes Connect with Cath: https://www.facebook.com/catherine…
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A 2000 Mile Skate for a Cause with Activist & Scholar Daisy Purdy (085)
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In this episode, I talk to Dr. Daisy Purdy, president of the Inclusive Community Consulting. We talk about her journey into sports and fitness, how she used skating to raise funds for native lands and community health, as well as some of the unique experiences she’s had while at it. Donate to Mesas to Mountains here Instagram: @mesas2mountains Full…
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Stereotypes about age you need to let go of right NOW (084)
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In this episode, I talk about the stereotypes about age that we face everyday through the news, on the internet, and all around us. Focusing on the fact that age is no limit to what you can do and what you can achieve. Full shownotes: https://seasonedathlete.me Learn more about ageUp! my revolutionary new membership community for women over 40 who …
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Why Exploring your Athletic Potential at Any Age Can be Life-Changing (083)
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In this episode, I talk about how exploring your athletic potential can change your life. Becoming athletic at any age can improve physical health and mental health, while also inspiring empowerment and confidence. ageUP! is a revolutionary new membership community for women over 40 who want to age like athletes. This is your fast track to becoming…
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Living an Athletic Life Through Menopause with Selene Yeager (082)
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In this episode, I have Selene Yeager, host of Hit Play, Not Pause: A Feisty Menopause Podcast. We talk about her life as an athlete, fitness writer, and author. She also shares her no-nonsense tips to maximize your fitness through perimenopause and beyond. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seasoned-athlete/donations Advertising Inqui…
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Unlocking Your Potential for Extraordinary Challenges (081)
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If you've been listening to the Seasoned Athlete Podcast and feeling overwhelmed by the stories or thinking "THEY can do it, but not me" this episode is for you. Connect with Robin Legat: https://seasonedathlete.me Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seasoned-athlete/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy …
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Running Across Australia on a Treadmill with Nikki Love (080)
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In this episode, I am talking to Nikki Love about her amazing athletic journey including her 50th birthday celebration of 63 marathons in 63 days throughout the U.K. and her adventure of attempting a treadmill run across ‘Oz’; 2500 miles in 63 days. Connect with Nikki Love: nikkilove.co.uk Connect with Robin: https://seasonedathlete.me Support this…
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The AGELESS Series, Part 5: Set Your Plans Into Action (079)
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The AGELESS Series gives you tools, advice, and a METHOD to help you adopt an AGELESS Mindset and live a bigger, bolder life! If you are striving to gain confidence, overcome obstacles on race courses and in your life, and age like an athlete - pay close attention to these episodes. Part Five of The AGELESS Series covers the next step in Robin’s AG…
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