Melissa Neill hit it out of the park this week with her interview with the incredible Ernestine Shepherd, 2010 – 2011 Guinness Book of World Records oldest competitive female bodybuilder in the world at 74 years.
Read Ernestine Shepherd’s story here
I have been following Ms. Shepherd for at least 10 years, which is just about how long I have harbored the dream of “remodeling” my body. I still dream that I will be able to experience at least one training session with Ms. Shepherd in Baltimore. She has such a big heart and is a HUGE inspiration, not just to me but to so many women. Especially in the Black community where healthy eating and fitness still needs to be prioritized.
I joined the Melissa Neill family during the pandemic when I decided that I would use the lock up time to work on my fitness goals. Melissa is so sweet and beautiful. I absolutely adore her and also dream of being able to train with her sometime soon. 🙂
Check out Melissa’s YouTube Channel here
and Melissa’s women over 40 fitness coaching program here
Having these two women together in a conversation is a wonderful treat I really want to share with you.
Over the last year or two, I have suffered foot pain and personal problems that have kept me from working out and taking good care of myself, but seeing this video has reinspired me to get back on track. And now is as good a time as any because as we approach the end of the year and prepare for a new one, we should be reflecting on the past year and planning for the next one.
I am not done with my 2023-2024 reflections and plans yet, but one thing I am already sure of is that this Christmas my gift to myself is the decision to be good to myself and take good care of my body going forward. Remember that every good change you intend for yourself starts with a decision. Once the decision is made, it is easier to follow through and also more likely that you actually will. I stand with you!
Enjoy the video!
The Woman Hood 