Celebrating health with positive role models

Jennifer Aniston: naturally healthy at 42

Evidence of positive shift is everywhere.  The received notion of degenerating health, onset of chronic disease and incremental loss of vitality as we age is completely unappealing and redundant. New concepts abound, such as longevity, wellness and anti-aging.

Of course there are plenty of statistics pointing to increasing levels of obesity, diabetes and heart disease. Alternatively, one can focus attention upon what is going well, is improving or has become radically transformed. And not just in holistic circles; mainstream media is reporting the changes; the Daily Mail last week claiming  forty five is the start of a golden age of health.

Today I choose to acknowledge and celebrate the new wave of women in their forties and beyond who embody radiant health and aliveness and show us the way to journey through life with the ease and freedom.

Jennifer Aniston is such a person and one of my role models. I don't covet her wealth, wardrobe or celebrity status. I am impressed by her clear commitment to her health; her discipline, that she has made her wellness a priority. Jennifer expresses a glowing natural radiance and is so at ease in her body appearing happy, confident and relaxed.

It is often remarked that Jennifer is improving with age. What a great concept! Jen looks good and enjoys after looking her body. She adopts a steady, sensible and holistic approach to exercise and diet.

Elle McPherson is often cited in discussions of fitness, health, beauty and aging. Her success also has a spiritual grounding:  I eat a lot of organic food and drink lots of water, and I take time for meditation to set up my day. Beauty comes from within'

I just watched a short interview with Jennifer recorded yesterday for Good Morning America. How does she keep fit? Spinning, yoga and circuits... Keep it moving!  And why? I feel better when I'm fit, it changes your energy and your spirit.

Yes, yes and yes again. I too love to move and be active, my body thrives when I exercise and I know that keeping fit is a dedicated act of self-care.

Feeling inspired, I called my local gym to enquire into classes. With strong mid summer solar energy I am seeking a fitness challenge. Something to add variety, to have fun and be playful.

I spoke with a dynamic and enthusiastic personal trainer, named Sarah, whose passion poured out during our phone conversation. I'm fifty and I feel great. I teach a number of challenging classes, you should try my kettle bells workout.  

Sarah eulogized about the benefits of exercise. I nodded and uh huh'd . It was a vitality boost just speaking with her and she generously offered me a couple of trial classes. Another role model! I am looking forward to meeting her.

Affirmations:

I am vibrant and healthy

I am glad to be alive

My body is thriving

Every cell of my beautiful body radiates health and wellness

I love to exercise

Resources:

Daily Mail article  Why 45 is the start of a Golden Age of Health
Elle McPherson article 
Interview with Jennifer Aniston  on You Tube 
Train Station Gym, Glastonbury
Dr Christiane Northrup holistic physician with expertise in women's health