Summer Replay - Strength, Fitness, and Fun at Any Age with Mimi Ison

Why Movement in Midlife Doesn’t Have to Be Serious to Be Powerful

What if getting older wasn’t about slowing down — but about getting bolder, stronger, and more playful?

As I take a break between podcast seasons this summer, I’m sharing a few of the most-loved episodes from the Late Bloomer Living vault. And this one with Mimi Ison is a total gem.

Mimi is a fierce advocate for aging unapologetically. She's also the stylish, strong, and seriously fun voice behind @heymiddleage on Instagram, where she shares her playful approach to fitness, fashion, and life after 50.

In this conversation, we talk about how she discovered boxing in her 50s, how shuffle dancing helps her stay motivated, and how movement can become a celebration — not a chore.

Mimi reminds us that fitness in midlife isn’t about chasing youth… it’s about claiming our power, playfulness, and strength right where we are.

🎧 This episode originally aired as Episode 187 of the Late Bloomer Living Podcast.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why boxing became Mimi’s go-to workout in her 50s

• How she mixes movement with creativity and joy

• Challenging the stereotypes around aging and fitness

• How to tune in to your body instead of fighting it

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