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4. How I Lost 90 Pounds | Brenda Richan (63 yo)
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In this "How I did it..." episode, at 57, Brenda Richan had obesity, was pre-diabetic, and struggled with chronic knee and back pain from her 28-year nursing career. Then she got hit with a kidney cancer diagnosis that became her wake-up call. Instead of being defeated, Brenda got determined.
She walked into a CrossFit gym at 244 lbs using a cane & not knowing where to start. Five years later, the 62-year-old lost 90 pounds, got off her medications, and became a CrossFit coach herself - showing that age is just a number when you have the right mindset.
Topics Discussed:
00:00 - Introduction to Brenda's Journey
07:14 - Joining the CrossFit Community at 244 lbs
14:03 - Brenda's Mission to Show What's Possible
19:52 - Trying Different Exercises and Finding What Clicks
22:48 - Changing Nutrition Habits 31:23 - Handling Setbacks and Plateaus
39:02 - Meal Prepping and Avoiding Processed Foods
43:21 - Donating to Interrupt Hunger's Mission
44:37 - Encouragement for Those Starting Their Journey
Find Brenda on Instagram: @health_as_we_age
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