FITNESS · AGING · REINVENTION
A real-life experiment in getting stronger, taking care of my health, and refusing to put an expiration date on possibility
LATE TO THE PARTY. STILL STOLE THE SHOW.
I wasn't an athlete growing up. I was a late bloomer at just about everything—and apparently I had a lot of catching up to do.
I found my career at 36, got married at 44, had a child at almost 48, and didn't get truly serious about my health and fitness until my early 60s. Now I'm almost 70, showing up for hard workouts and finding out what this body can still do.
I'm not trying to be 30 again. I'm working on becoming a stronger, healthier version of the woman I am today. Some things change whether I like it or not. But I still have choices—and I'm using them.
— Still building. Still fighting. Still evolving.
THE GYM IS NOT A SPA
AlphaFit. Alpha X. HYROX-style challenges. A petite frame, a big engine, and absolutely no interest in pretending every workout is easy.
Some days I fly. Some days I negotiate with my lungs. The goal isn't to win every round—it's to keep showing up, work at my own pace, and finish stronger than I started.
READ THE FIELD NOTES ↗When the workout gets spicy, I adjust the pace. I don't confuse modifying with quitting.
“Progress isn't a highlight reel. It's the unglamorous reps, the rest, the recovery, and coming back.
I share my own experience—not coaching, medical advice, or a promise that one workout fits everybody.
THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE RIDICULOUS
I can't control every change that comes with aging. I can stop pretending otherwise—and focus on the things I can influence.
Some changes are real, frustrating, and not fixed by positive thinking. This is not a miracle-cure corner of the internet.
Strength, movement, balance, stamina, recovery, everyday habits, and asking better questions about my health.
Assume that getting older means I'm finished growing, learning, trying, or surprising myself.
“I'M NOT TRYING TO MAKE 70 THE NEW 30.
I'M MAKING 70 MY NEXT CHAPTER.”
REAL MOVES. PLAIN ENGLISH.
A plain-English guide to the movements I do: what they work, why they matter, and how they help with strength, balance, mobility, and everyday life.
Building the strength that helps with everyday tasks, carrying, getting up, and staying capable.
COMING TO THE NOTEBOOK ↗ 02 / BALANCEBalance is a skill worth practicing—not just something to think about after a stumble.
COMING TO THE NOTEBOOK ↗ 03 / POWERLearning how controlled, appropriate power and speed fit into training as we age.
COMING TO THE NOTEBOOK ↗ 04 / MOBILITYMobility, flexibility, and range of motion—without pretending every stretch fixes everything.
COMING TO THE NOTEBOOK ↗LIFE IS BIGGER THAN THE GYM
Fitness is a big part of my life. It isn't the whole thing.
There are family moments, new interests, little adventures, things I'm learning, and the occasional spectacularly ordinary day. This space is for all of it—the person, not just the workout stats.
Because being strong is useful. Having a life you enjoy is the point.
FOLLOW ALONG ↗THE SAVAGE AT SEVENTY BLOG
Workout diaries, aging honestly, exercise explainers, and life beyond the gym.
READ THE BLOG ↗NO GURU NONSENSE
When I talk about health and exercise, I want to separate my personal experience from what reputable guidance actually says.
For general information—not personal medical advice—these are useful starting points:
CDCPhysical activity guidelines for older adults ↗NIAFour types of exercise and physical activity ↗NIAHealth benefits of exercise and physical activity ↗Educational information only. I am not a doctor, trainer, or medical professional. Talk with your healthcare professional about what is appropriate for your health, medications, symptoms, and abilities.