Elderly #FitnessEnthusiast #JoanMacDonald shares with #fans what really matters in life with age

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Too good not to share 💕 As we grow older, and hopefully wiser, we slowly realize that wearing a $1,000 or a $10 watch — they both tell the same time. Whether we carry a $500 or a $50 wallet/handbag — the amount of money inside is the same. Whether we drink a bottle of $100 or $10 wine — the hangover is the same. Whether the house we live in is 100 or 1,000 sq. ft. — loneliness is the same . You will realize, your true inner happiness does not come from the material things of this world. SIX UNDENIABLE FACTS OF LIFE: . 1. Don't educate your children to be rich. Educate them to be Happy. So when they grow up they will know the value of things not the price. 2: “Eat your food as your medicines. Otherwise you have to eat medicines as your food." . 3: The One who loves you will never leave you because even if there are 100 reasons to give up he or she will find 1 reason to hold on. 4: There is a big difference between a human being and being human. Only a few really understand it. 5. You are loved when you are born. You will be loved when you die. In between, You have to give as much love as you can back to the world. 6: If you just want to Walk Fast, Walk Alone! But if you want to Walk Far, Walk Together! . SIX BEST DOCTORS IN THE WORLD: 1. Sunlight 2. Rest 3. Exercise 4. Diet 5. Self Confidence and 6. Friends! Maintain them in all stages of Life and enjoy a healthy life. The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for. – unknown If you agree, share it!

A post shared by Joan MacDonald (@trainwithjoan) on Aug 24, 2020 at 5:38pm PDT

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I think the last time I wore a bikini like this was during a holiday in Florida, just before my third child. I was about 27 years old, so young and hopeful as to what life had in store for me and my budding family. So much has happened since that time, so many adventures, hard times, joys, tragedies, triumphs and disappointments. That’s life, isn’t it? It’s a marvelous unwinding ball of yarn that goes this way and that and we don’t always know how to make sense of it all until we get to the end of it. If I could go back in time and whisper in my ear what would I say? “My dear, do not forget to take care of yourself while you are taking care of everybody else around you.” “Be mindful. If you can learn to be present in each moment you will make better choices, build richer relationships and live a more fulfilled life” “Develop your patience and try not to get too caught up in the little things” “Try to see life as an adventure, and look for ways to keep exploring who you are and having fun” “Learn more about food and what it does for your body. Health is so important if you want to be able to enjoy yourself” “Love yourself and know you are worthy of that love 💕”. . If there was one thing you could say to your younger self, what would it be? I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, stay healthy and stay strong! 💪 With love, Joan 💕

A post shared by Joan MacDonald (@trainwithjoan) on Jul 3, 2020 at 12:55pm PDT

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Believe that you can be anything you want to be, no matter what you’ve been through or what your starting point is. 💕💕 Dream big. Ignore the naysayers. Do the scary things that challenge you. Go for it! That’s my big thought for the day as I tackle some of the biggest challenges I’ve ever faced. 💪 I hope you all have a marvelous rest of 2020, and that you never give up on yourselves. With love, Joan ❤️

A post shared by Joan MacDonald (@trainwithjoan) on Sep 8, 2020 at 5:15am PDT

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A few of us gals have gotten together to help spread a positive message out there about the wide variety of shapes, ages, sizes and ethnicities showing what an athlete is ! 🏆🏆 This is what an athlete looks like: different shapes, different styles, and different stories from all around the world. Because health and fitness isn’t one size fits all — but it certainly is one incredible way to feel amazing. 🙌🏻🙌🏻 Today, we’d love to challenge you to show us your sweaty glow-up, your workout, your cool down. Take a snap and share it with #ImAnAthlete. If you’re feeling extra wild, go ahead and tag us and @womensbest We are ready to cheer you on. 🎉🎉🎊🎊🧸🧸 Here’s who’s involved: Me! 🙋🏼‍♀️- A woman redefining our understanding of health and age, showing that you can’t turn back the clock but you can wind it up again. @Qui2health – A mental and physical transformer @Bethyred – A plus-sized fitness advocate who rocks HIIT workouts @Showtimewerner – A Special Olympics National Championship winner and 2x world champion gymnast @sfm_fitness – A personal trainer and incredible fitness mama @charli_kate – A 4’2’’ Dwarfism advocate and positive self-talk junkie @danaemercer – A health journalist focused on making folks feel normal We are so glad you’re here! 💛🧡💚 #ImAnAthlete #womensbestwear #womensbest #gracias

A post shared by Joan MacDonald (@trainwithjoan) on Aug 26, 2020 at 9:32am PDT