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Aging Athletically

Hilary Cairns
Triathlon
Running
Powerlifting
Swimming
Masters Track and Field
Cycling
Olympics
Aging
Longevity In Sports
Curling
HYROX
Marathon
Pacers Running
Masters Swimming
Heart Health
Golf
Slalom Skateboarding
Ironman
Super Age Games
Athlete's Heart

Hosted by long-time endurance athlete Hilary Cairns, Aging Athletically explores what it means to pursue performance as we age. Through conversations with athletes and experts across sports, the podcast challenges the idea that aging equals backing down. This show is about resilience, reinvention, and continuing to compete at any age.

You can also find Aging Athletically on YouTube and Instagram,... more

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In this episode, Hilary Granat discusses the importance of adapting fitness and health strategies for women in midlife and beyond, focusing on strength training, mobility, and overall wellness. The conversation emphasizes the need for women to unders... more

In this episode of the Aging Athletically Podcast, host Hilary Cairns interviews Sharlene Brunjes, a 73-year-old Canadian masters athlete who excels in both powerlifting and dragon boat racing. They discuss Charlene's journey in athletics, the import... more

In this episode of the Aging Athletically Podcast, host Hilary Cairns interviews accomplished masters athlete Damon Blakemore, who shares insights from his extensive track and field career. The conversation covers his experiences at the World Masters... more

David Stewart, founder of AGEIST and Super Age, discusses the upcoming Super Age Games, to be held in NYC on November 7th. The games focus on eight trainable markers connected to health span, including endurance, strength, balance, cognitive performa... more

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Recent Guests

Sharlene Brunjes
Canadian masters athlete competing in powerlifting and dragon boat racing
Canada (Team Canada, Master athlete)
Episode: Episode 33: Sharlene Brunjes, Canadian Record Setting Powerlifter and Competitive Dragon Boat Racer
Damon Blakemore
Masters Track and Field athlete, World and American record holder, USATF Hall of Fame induction recipient
Masters Track and Field, USATF
Episode: Episode 32: Damon Blakemore, Masters Track and Field American Record Holder and USATF Hall of Famer
David Stewart
Founder of AGEIST and Super Age; promoter of Super Age Games
AGEIST, Super Age
Episode: Episode 31: David Stewart, Founder of AGEIST, Super Age, and the Super Age Games
Nancy Peck Cook
Lifelong endurance athlete and indoor rowing champion
Endurance Athlete, Indoor Rowing Champion
Episode: Episode 30: Indoor Rowing World Record Holder Nancy Peck Cook
Lloyd Henry
Long-time triathlete, runner, and coach; founder of On Point Fitness
On Point Fitness (Washington, DC)
Episode: Episode 28: Triathlon Coach and 30+ Time Ironman Finisher Lloyd Henry
Darren Miles
60-year-old slalom skateboarder from Plymouth, England
Great Britain World Skate Games team member
Episode: Episode 27: British Team Slalom Skateboarder Darren Miles
Neal Palles
Endurance coach, licensed clinical social worker, and certified mental performance consultant
Independent coach/therapist
Episode: Episode 26: Therapist and Performance Coach Neal Palles
Axay Shah
Author, Raw Food Educator, Marathon Runner
Episode: Episode 25: Author, Raw Food Educator, and Marathon Runner Axay Shah
Carl Grove
Cyclist and 98-year-old world-record holder in cycling
Independent athlete
Episode: Episode 23: Cycling Champion, 98-year-old Carl Grove

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Hilary Cairns
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Episode 33: Sharlene Brunjes, Canadian Record Setting Powerlifter and Competitive Dragon Boat Racer
Q: What motivates you to keep competing as you age?
Staying active is essential for mental health and longevity, and the sense of purpose from training and community keeps her engaged and resilient.
Episode 33: Sharlene Brunjes, Canadian Record Setting Powerlifter and Competitive Dragon Boat Racer
Q: How has training in these sports affected your health and daily life?
Resistance training improved bone density, reduced osteopenia, lowered resting heart rate, and enhanced ability to help in caregiving, illustrating practical benefits beyond competition.
Episode 33: Sharlene Brunjes, Canadian Record Setting Powerlifter and Competitive Dragon Boat Racer
Q: What are the key differences between your two sports, and do you prefer one over the other?
Powerlifting is strength-focused and individual, while dragon boating is cardio and team-based; she clearly favors lifting for personal strength but values dragon boating for community and endurance work.
Episode 33: Sharlene Brunjes, Canadian Record Setting Powerlifter and Competitive Dragon Boat Racer
Q: How did you get into powerlifting and what drew you to it at an older age?
Her chiropractor suggested trying strength classes, she fell in love with the barbell, and with supportive coaching began lifting seriously at 65, proving that late-life entry can yield rapid gains and lasting results.
Episode 31: David Stewart, Founder of AGEIST, Super Age, and the Super Age Games
Q: What are the long-term goals for this project beyond the New York event?
To establish a scalable program that promotes longevity and healthful aging through structured training, with potential multiple events across locations and a broader cultural shift toward seeing aging as a time of continued vitality.

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What is Aging Athletically about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Aging Athletically centers on how to pursue high performance and resilience as you age, primarily through conversations with master and endurance athletes, coaches, and sports-science-minded guests. Episodes explore training evolution, longevity strategies, recovery, nutrition, mindset, and the social and identity aspects of aging athletes who continue to compete at a high level across a wide range of disciplines—from powerlifting and triathlon to rowing, cycling, and golf. The show frequently emphasizes practical takeaways for living an active life, balancing risk and joy, and redefining what aging means in sport. A standout throughline is the belief that sustained curiosity, deliberate training, and community support can unlock meaningful... more

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1. Sharlene Brunjes
2. Damon Blakemore
3. David Stewart
4. Nancy Peck Cook
5. Lloyd Henry
6. Darren Miles
7. Neal Palles
8. Axay Shah

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