Get ready to jog down memory lane with us, as we introduce the idea of Training Age and recount our personal fitness journeys. We'll kick off by discussing the different stages of training age - beginner, novice, intermediate, experienced, and what it means to progress through each level. We’ll also delve into our own humble beginnings in fitness, and the small steps that pushed us toward our goals. Valerie shares how a 12-week challenge sparked a newfound love for strength training and even led to bikini contest prep with her husband. Heather gets personal too, recounting her journey from beginner to Boston Marathon qualifier, thanks to a supportive friend and a supportive family. We  discuss the world of macro tracking, a concept that revolutionized our understanding of dieting and we discuss past dieting failures and how these experiences led to a better understanding of nutrition.