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Iva is the founder of Women Blazing Trails. She created this site back in 2019 to help other women over 50 start over again, find self-confidence and regain control of their lives and happiness. When she's not writing, she's driving around on her scooter in her tiny town of Panajachel, Guatemala feeding street dogs and helping the poor people here.
Skip the Gym: 11 Fitness Hacks to Stay Fit & Strong Over 60
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Skip the Gym: 11 Fitness Hacks to Stay Fit & Strong Over 60

I used to be a gym rat. I loved the gym. The loud pumping music, the energy, the sweat….

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Why the Deep Resting Squat is a Game Changer for Back Pain and Mobility
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Why the Deep Resting Squat is a Game Changer for Back Pain and Mobility

If you spend much of your day sitting in chairs, chances are your lower back and hips are stiff…

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The 4-Minute Morning Routine to Beat Morning Stiffness and Get Moving With Ease
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The 4-Minute Morning Routine to Beat Morning Stiffness and Get Moving With Ease

If you wake up feeling like the Tin Man who needs a generous spray of WD-40 just to get…

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5 Simple Things to Do After Dinner That Your 60+ Body Will Thank You For
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5 Simple Things to Do After Dinner That Your 60+ Body Will Thank You For

Dinner is over. The dishes are probably sitting in the sink; you’re thinking about what’s on TV, and depending…

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10 Exercises for Over 60s to Fight Dementia, Boost Energy & Slow Down Aging
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10 Exercises for Over 60s to Fight Dementia, Boost Energy & Slow Down Aging

If you’re over 60 it’s important to know that first and foremost, it’s never too late to start taking…

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10 Most Affordable Places to Retire in 2026 – Where Your Money Goes a Lot Further
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10 Most Affordable Places to Retire in 2026 – Where Your Money Goes a Lot Further

Retirement is a pretty big deal. After spending decades working, paying bills, raising families, and generally doing all the…

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11 Popular Diet Plans – Which One is Right For You?
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11 Popular Diet Plans – Which One is Right For You?

What we eat has a lot to do with how we feel, how much energy we have, and how…

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I Quit Sugar For 30 Days (Day 21 Almost Broke Me!)
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I Quit Sugar For 30 Days (Day 21 Almost Broke Me!)

One day in February, I woke up and decided to challenge myself to quit sugar for 30 days. No…

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Does Face Lift Tape Really Take 20 Years Off? A 63-Year-Old Woman Puts It to the Test
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Does Face Lift Tape Really Take 20 Years Off? A 63-Year-Old Woman Puts It to the Test

Hello, my name is Iva, and I’m vain af. There. I said it. While I don’t particularly mind aging,…

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13 Things You Might Be Doing That Speed Up Aging (and what to do instead!)
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13 Things You Might Be Doing That Speed Up Aging (and what to do instead!)

While aging is inevitable, the speed at which we age isn’t entirely out of our control. Some of the…

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Hi, I’m Iva!

In 2012, I left my abusive relationship and began my total life overhaul. This included changing my career and trading in my home country of Canada for beautiful Guatemala. I now help women find the strength and courage to live the life they deserve and desire!

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