19. Building Bridges: Laura' Dow's Journey from Music to Fitness Mentorship

In this episode, fitness professional, Laura Dow, shares her deep-rooted passion for mentorship, stemming from her background as an educator and musician. She reflects on the importance of collaboration and support in the fitness industry, highlighting her experiences with mentors who shaped her journey. Discussing the high attrition rates and burnout in the field, Laura underscores the significance of the fitness mentor network. Laura Dow is a Master Trainer and Yoga Teacher who works exclusively with older adults, helping maintain and improve their movement and mobility, activity, level and overall fitness. She created her business "Stiff To Fit" to address the physical needs of older adults and also published her book "Mind Your Movement: Six Essential Physical and Mental Tools To Stay Active As You Age" to reach a broader audience. In her personal life, Laura loves to work out, travel, read and enjoy a cup of green tea. She lives in the metro DC area. Laura's Links: Website: www.StiffToFit.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-dow-1269783/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stifftofit9409 Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude 00:19 Laura's Motivation and Background 01:05 The Importance of Mentorship 02:14 Laura's Musical Journey and Mentorship 04:18 Transition to Fitness and Mentorship 06:20 Pilot Program Experience 09:58 Advice for Prospective Participants 18:44 Future Vision and Program Growth 29:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts