In this powerful episode of The Aging Project, we're talking with Alexa, also known as @actionalexa on instagram. Alexa shares her incredible life journey of resilience and self-discovery, offering valuable insights on building strength of body and mind, self-care, and living life to the fullest.

Discussion Topics

Alexa's Story Hip Replacement and Near Death Experience:

On August 12, 2017, Alexa was admitted to the hospital for a routine hip replacement. She experienced a rare 1 in 10,000 anaphylactic reaction to antibiotics, flatlined, and was resuscitated four times. This near-death experience taught her the value of appreciating every day.

Early Adversity:

At 15, Alexa's mother was diagnosed with manic depression, making home life unsafe. She was bullied at school for being too skinny, leading her to the gym for connection and empowerment.

Sobriety Journey:

Alexa struggled with binge drinking from ages 15 to 19, influenced by her father’s alcoholism. Her journey to sobriety was difficult, but she overcame it, learning the importance of asking for help and reassessing her training and lifestyle.

Self-Care through Joyful Activities:

Create a list of activities you love and commit to doing at least one of them each day. This simple practice can significantly enhance your contentment and happiness.

Strength Matters as We Age:

Maintaining strength is crucial for functional independence. Alexa encourages everyone to find ways to feel stronger, whether it’s starting with a few push-ups on an incline or incorporating other simple strength-building exercises into your routine.

Functional Independence:

Alexa’s goal is to remain functionally independent and continue doing the things she loves with the people she loves every day. She inspires listeners to adopt this mindset and find their path to getting stronger.

Mindset and Resilience:

Alexa’s story is a testament to the power of mindset. She emphasises that everyone faces adversity, but it’s our choice to overcome it. Strength training provides an opportunity to seek challenges and build resilience.

Addiction:

Alexa’s struggle with alcohol taught her that addiction is not romantic and overcoming it requires a strong support system and self-awareness. She highlights the importance of kindness and understanding towards oneself during this journey.

Life of Adventure and Taking Chances From participating in the reality show "Naked and Afraid" to constantly pushing her limits, Alexa believes in taking chances and stepping out of her comfort zone. She emphasises that choice, not change, drives growth and transformation.

Strength Exercises: Start small with exercises like incline push-ups in the kitchen or the shower. Consistency is key.

Mindset Shift: Focus on functional independence and the joy of being able to engage in activities with loved ones.

Self-Care Routine: Find a morning routine that works for you and integrate activities that make you feel good.

Purposeful Living: Know your “why” for making changes or building strength. Whether it’s running around with your grandkids or enjoying time with loved ones, having a clear purpose is motivating.

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Strength of body and mind with @actionalexa