{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/676997f240480c1d9584e7a5/696b3e64f0f57e95a02964e9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Who Do You Want to Be? ","description":"<h2>Who Do You Want to Be?&nbsp;</h2><h3>Bernie’s Story of Strength and Identity in his 70's. </h3><p>In this uplifting and perspective-shifting episode of the&nbsp;<strong>1% Happier and Healthier Podcast</strong>, we sit down with&nbsp;<strong>Bernie</strong>, a 74-year-old (nearly 75!) from San Diego who is redefining what ageing can look like.</p><p>For most of his life, Bernie worked long hours and put his health on the back burner. Like many people, work came first — until retirement at 63 created space for a different question:&nbsp;<em>Who do I want to be now?</em></p><p>One book changed everything. Inspired to take responsibility for his strength and wellbeing, Bernie began working on his fitness — not with extremes, but with consistency and intention. Since then, he’s lost 25 pounds, built his own home gym, and completely reshaped his identity. Today, Bernie is an&nbsp;<strong>Instagram sensation</strong>, inspiring thousands of people around the world to believe that it’s never too late to get stronger, healthier, and more confident in your body.</p><p>This conversation isn’t just about fitness — it’s about&nbsp;<strong>identity</strong>. Bernie reminds us that lasting change happens when we stop asking&nbsp;<em>“What should I do?”</em>&nbsp;and start asking&nbsp;<em>“Who do I want to be?”</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2>💪 What You’ll Learn in This Episode</h2><ul><li>Why it’s never too late to start prioritising your health</li><li>How retirement can be a powerful opportunity for reinvention</li><li>The role of&nbsp;<strong>identity</strong>&nbsp;in creating lasting lifestyle change</li><li>Why strength matters more as we age — physically and mentally</li><li>How small, consistent actions compound over time</li><li>What Bernie’s journey teaches us about confidence, purpose, and self-belief</li><li>How redefining “ageing” can unlock a healthier future</li></ul><h2>🧠 Key Insight</h2><p>Real transformation begins when your habits align with your identity.</p><p>Ask yourself:&nbsp;<strong>Who do I want to be — and what would that person do today?</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2>🎧 This Episode Is Perfect For You If…</h2><ul><li>You think it might be “too late” to get fit or strong</li><li>You’re approaching retirement or navigating a new life chapter</li><li>You want inspiration to build health habits that actually last</li><li>You’re curious about strength, longevity, and mindset</li><li>You believe it’s possible to be 1% happier and healthier at any age</li></ul><h2>💛 Final Thought</h2><p>Bernie’s story proves that age is not a barrier — it’s an invitation.</p><p>You don’t have to change everything overnight. You just have to decide&nbsp;<strong>who you want to be next</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join the 1% Happier &amp; Healthier Community</strong></p><p>On a similar journey? Want to share your story and connect with</p><p>others making positive changes? Join our private 1<em>% Happier &amp; Healthier</em>&nbsp;Facebook</p><p>Community for encouragement, tips, and real talk.</p><p>📩 Email us at&nbsp;hello@1percentandhealthier.co.uk&nbsp;to request an invite!</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 Thanks for Listening!</p><p>If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review – it helps others discover the show and join the 1% movement!</p><p><br></p><p>A big thank you to Pixabay for providing our intro and outro</p><p>music, \"Inspirational Background\" by AudioCoffee.</p><p><br></p><p>Ann &amp; Sally</p><p>xx</p><p><br></p><p>Stay Connected with Us</p><p>Follow us on Instagram:&nbsp;@happierandhealthier__</p><p>Have questions or want to join our Facebook community? Reach out</p><p>to us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:hello@1percentandhealthier.co.uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">hello@1percentandhealthier.co.uk</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;Connect with Bernie on instagram: @berniepr</p>","author_name":"Ann & Sally"}