The Fountain of Youth Isn't a Secret. It's PLAY-FIT!
By Coach Reba | Mature Fit Lifestyle Coach
My 63rd Birthday Adventure: Mud, Muscles & a Little Madness!
Every year, I try to celebrate my birthday with an adventure. Not necessarily a fancy dinner, an expensive gift, or another candle on a cake. I want an experience!
Something that challenges me, excites me, pushes me outside my comfort zone, and reminds me that I'm still very much in the game.
Over the years, my adventures have included skydiving at 55, stepping onto a bodybuilding competition stage at 56, and taking surfing lessons in my 60s.
For my 63rd birthday, I decided it was time to get down and dirty!
I signed up for the Muddy Mamas 5K obstacle course, complete with mud pits, climbing obstacles, crawling, balancing, and plenty of opportunities to question my sanity!
And I loved it!
Was I the youngest woman out there? Absolutely not.
Was I the cleanest? Not even close!
But I was out there playing, laughing, challenging myself, and creating another memory instead of simply counting another birthday.
That's what playful aging looks like to me. Not trying to stop the clock, but making every year count!
The Secret to Feeling Young Is Staying Curious
Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we got so busy being responsible that we forgot how to play.
We started believing that growing older meant slowing down, taking fewer risks, and settling into comfortable routines.
Well, I'm not buying it!
Play isn't just for children. Research suggests that adult playfulness is associated with better emotional well-being, creativity, resilience, and stronger social connections. And when play gets us moving, it can also help maintain strength, balance, coordination, and mobility.
You can be physically fit and still be missing out on the fun of living.
That's why I believe playful aging is such an important part of the Mature Fit Lifestyle.
It's about staying curious, trying new things, challenging yourself, and refusing to let a number determine what you're capable of doing.
And no, you don't have to jump out of an airplane or crawl through mud!
Maybe your adventure is learning to dance, joining a hiking group, trying pickleball, riding a bicycle again, or finally doing something you've always wanted to try.
The point isn't what you do. It's that you keep doing, exploring, and experiencing life!
Ready to Get PLAY-FIT?
Here's something I've discovered after more than 20 years in fitness coaching: The best exercise isn't necessarily the one that burns the most calories. It's the one that keeps you coming back because you actually enjoy doing it!
And that's where PLAY-FIT comes in.
We all have different ways of playing. Some of us crave adventure; others love competition, creativity, exploration, or social connection.
What's YOUR Play Personality?
As your Mature Fit Lifestyle Coach, I can help you discover what makes you tick, what gets you excited about moving, and how to incorporate more play into your everyday life.
Because getting PLAY-FIT isn't just about building a stronger body. It's about building a lifestyle that keeps you feeling confident, capable, curious, and excited about what's next.
And speaking of what's next, I've got a few things up my sleeve that I'm pretty excited about. But we'll save those surprises for another day!
For now, I'll leave you with this thought:
Getting older is inevitable. Getting boring is optional!
Don't just add years to your life. Add some PLAY to your years!
Ready to discover your Play Personality and start getting PLAY-FIT?
Visit RebaFitness.org and let's get started!
Coach Reba
Mature Fit Lifestyle | PLAY-FIT™
90% Mindset. 10% Fitness. 100% Living.
