Elli Overton is a three-time Australian Olympic swimmer, mom, TEDx speaker and children's book author. After a successful career in elite swimming, she experienced firsthand the challenges of transitioning away from a career that had defined her identity.

Today, she is pursuing a master's degree in professional counseling while developing her work as a speaker. Her interests include perform...

What if living a longer, healthier life has less to do with winning the genetic lottery and more to do with the choices we make?

In episode 197 of the Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast, Chris and Maria take a closer look at cardiologist and scientist Dr. Eric Topol's recent appearance on NPR's TED Radio Hour, How to be a "Super Ager" (it's not your genes.)

Dr. Topol discusses the science—and the myths...

We have some exciting news to share! If you listened to our Spring Break episode, you know that we asked if anyone would like to join us as a cohost on this podcast.

After 8 years, we had been feeling a bit fatigued with producing our podcast so we were delighted when Maria Molvin contacted us and said she was interested in joining the Becoming Elli team. 

It's actually rather nice to be a team instead of just two of us. You m...

In our Spring Break episode, we discuss the switch from soups to salads, getting outside for exercise and new beginnings.

Spring is in the air, and we're feeling energized to shake things up—both in and out of the kitchen.

Chris shares the excitement (and learning curve!) of getting a new bike and figuring out all its features, while Jill has been enjoying ...

In this episode, Jill and Chris welcome back Dr. Glenn Livingston, psychologist, researcher, author, and creator of Defeat Your Cravings. You may remember him from Episode 155—or from his work helping thousands of people stop binge-eating, quiet food cravings, and rebuild a peaceful relationship with food.

Glenn draws on decades of research, including studies with more than 40,000 ...

This week, Jill and Chris talk with Suzy Rosenstein, master certified life coach, midlife mentor, and host of the Women in the Middle podcast. Suzy has helped thousands of women who feel stuck in midlife rediscover clarity, joy, and purpose. Her signature blend of humor, curiosity, and encouragement inspires women to see aging not as something to fear—but as an incredible opportunity.

Together, we explore the mindset tra...

In this inspiring episode, Jill and Chris chat with Melissa Wilson, a vibrant grandmother who's redefining what it means to be fit and strong after 60. Jill met Melissa at the gym and has watched her incredible transformation firsthand — from hesitant beginner to confident, strong, and motivated athlete.

Melissa shar...

189 - Mediterranean Diet with Chris and Jill

In this episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, we're diving back into one of our favorite topics — food! Many of us reach a point where we want to eat healthier, feel better, and still enjoy the foods we love. This past summer my doctor has recommended that I follow the Mediterra...

Imagine racing your bike up steep Icelandic mountains, through snow, across rivers—and doing it with your daughter and grandson. That's exactly what today's guest, Þórdís Rósa Sigurðardóttir, does.

Disa is a competitive cyclist from Iceland who races on road and gravel courses in one of the most challenging climates on earth. She's passionate about cycling, fitness, and community&mdas...

Bone health is a topic that affects so many women, especially as we move through midlife and beyond. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Lisa Moore, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Brick House Bones®. Lisa's mission is to help people with low bone density or osteoporosis rebuild confidence, strength, and resilience—so they can keep doing the things they love with the people they love.

Dr. Moore is trained through B...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Angela Mazza, a triple board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid disorders, diabetes, and hormone imbalances. Dr. Mazza is the founder of the Metabolic Center for Wellness in Central Florida, where she takes an integrative and personalized approach to patient care.

She is also the co-host of the Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza podcast and ...

In this episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, we talk with Charlyn Huss, a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, movement educator, and gut-health specialist with over 25 years of experience. Charlyn's innovative approach blends movement science, psychology, and nutrition to help people optimize posture, boost confidence, and achieve lasting wellness.

Charlyn is the co-creator of CoreSpring®, a patented Pilates-inspired portable app...

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 Last year Lauren Paulson ran a race every month for her 50th birthday. Those included her first 100 miler, her first 100 K, the SOS triathlon, and the rim2rim2rim of the Grand Canyon. She ...

In this enlightening episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, Jill and Chris sit down with Dr. Marcia Harris, a trailblazer in women's health and hormone optimization. With over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Harris shares her wisdom, compassion, and science-backed insights to help women better understand the powerful (and often misunderstood) transition of midlife.

Dr. Harris breaks down what's really happening during perime...

In this inspiring episode of the Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast, hosts Chris and Jill sit down with Beverley Glazer, seasoned psychotherapist, empowerment coach, and host of the Aging with Purpose and Passion podcast. With over 30 years of experience helping women overcome adversity and step confidently into new life chapters, Beverley brings a wealth of wisdom and practical strategies for navigating midlife with resilience and a...

In episode 181, we talk with the former editor of Women's Health, Liz Possler, about the importance of protein and amino acids for women in midlife for aging well, maintaining muscle, losing weight, and for overall longevity.

We discuss:

• Body composition and the importance of protein for muscle
• Muscle mass and women over 50
• What's the right amount of protein to eat and ways to increase your protein
• What are amino acids and why...

In this vibrant and laughter-filled episode, we're joined by Yvonne Marchese—a true "Age Agitator" and host of the Late Bloomer Living Podcast. Yvonne is also the author of In Full Bloom: A Guide to Aging Playfully, a professional photographer, speaker, and co-founder of the Age Agitators Club. She's on a mission to flip the script on aging and show us that midlife can be a launchpad, not a slowdown.

We dive deep into Yvonne'...