• Bette Vargas - Racewalker & Menopause Wellness Advocate

  • Mar 1 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 30 mins
  • Podcast

Bette Vargas - Racewalker & Menopause Wellness Advocate

  • Summary

  • In this episode, Bette Vargas, founder of Vargas Fitness Enterprises and host of the Crazy Sexy Menopause YouTube channel, shares her journey from a naturally active child in Chicago to a seasoned athlete and menopause wellness advocate. Following our studio portrait session, Bette sits down with host David to discuss her evolution in the world of fitness, her discovery and passion for racewalking, and her transition into a healthier lifestyle focusing on a plant-based vegan diet.

    Delving into the intricacies of menopause, she highlights the objectives behind her initiative, Crazy Sexy Menopause, aimed at empowering women to live vibrantly through the transition. The discussion further explores the importance of Mindset, Meals, and Movement in aging gracefully, emphasizing personal well-being and the instrumental role of hydration, holistic health practices, and an active lifestyle in maintaining overall health. Bette's narrative encapsulates the essence of embracing life's transitions positively and the significance of self-care at any age.

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    Timestamps
    00:00 Introduction
    01:26 Getting to Know Bette Vargas
    02:03 Bette's Journey into Fitness and Health
    04:08 Bette's Childhood and Early Interest in Fitness
    07:00 Bette's Introduction to Racewalking
    11:00 The Technicalities of Racewalking
    13:05 Bette's Children’s Involvement in Sports
    19:09 Bette's Transition to a Healthier Diet
    33:24 Bette's Journey into Bodybuilding
    43:39 Introduction to Menopause
    44:27 Personal Experiences with Aging
    47:34 Post-2020 Changes to Lifestyle
    48:15 Racewalking and Fitness
    50:50 Understanding Menopause
    01:08:31 Building a Community for Menopausal Women
    01:23:41 The Importance of Mindset, Meals, and Movement
    01:28:40 Conclusion: Live Life Well

    Mics used:
    David - Røde Podmic USB
    Bette - Neat Worker Bee II


    Portraits in Fitness is a multimedia venture featuring podcasts and portraits in collaboration with San Francisco Bay Area photographer David J. Toman. Originally launched in late 2022 as the Fit Over 50 Podcast, it has been renamed to better reflect its unique nature as a podcast sandwiched by photo shoots, in studio and on location.

    If you are middle-aged or older, live an active lifestyle in which a physical pursuit is integral to your life, and would like to participate in the project as a subject, you are invited to learn more and apply at the project website. Please check the site for updated portrait galleries of our guests, and spread the word and invite someone you know!

    https://portraitsinfitness.com/podcast/

    Application Form:
    https://forms.gle/8pWYTN9zLMg5B3YX8

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