Fearless After Fifty: How to Thrive with Grace, Grit and Yoga

by Michelle Marchildon, Desiree Rumbaugh, Cyndi Lee (Foreword)

"Fearless after How to Thrive with Grace, Grit and Yoga" was born out of a decade-long friendship between Desiree Rumbaugh, an international yoga teacher and Michelle Marchildon, her student.


“I walked into Desiree’s room as a mature, first-time yoga student, and where other people saw a stiff, older woman, she saw my potential,” Michelle said. “Desiree’s approach will help you develop a strong practice and live a vibrant life, no matter when you begin.”


Fearless After Fifty is also the very personal and inspirational story of Desiree Rumbaugh, who used yoga and Eastern philosophies to reclaim her right to joy after the tragic murder of her son. Everyone has endured something. “I had to learn to choose love over fear if I was going to survive.”


Yoga, Hindu and Buddhist Inspiration, scientifically-based research, and practical advice is offered so we may thrive in midlife. If you're in midlife, it's not game over. It's game on.

Genres: Health, Memoir

290 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 22, 2017

Reviews

[Cindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this inspiring, and yet also sometimes found that I was slightly irritated at the writing style - simplified, friendly/chatty, with a few cultural references. I guess I expected something a little more "serious" but perhaps this allowed it to more accessible for those brand new to yoga, exercise or movement. I prefer more "timeless" writing without slang and cultural references (unless is it speculative fiction, sci fi, or fantasy world-building). Would still recommend, however. I got enough out of that I will look more into the authors and what else they offer.

[Casey · Rating 2 out of 5]

I skimmed this book. enjoyed the faith chapter and the chapter that contained specific poses for achy body parts.

[Monette Chilson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I attended a workshop with Desiree and bought the book there. She is a brilliant teacher! I enjoyed and agree with the overarching theme of the book—that yogis over 50 need not move onto gentle restorative classes, but sometimes need to do the opposite and cultivate newfound strength in their practice. It is clear that both she and Michelle practice what they preach. I did, however, find myself feeling like they were talking to my mom instead of me. The advice about staying relevant learning new technology and not isolating seems aimed at 70-somethings instead of the newly 50 crowd who's still raising kids and hasn't slowed down yet. I will hang onto the book and reread in a couple of decades!

[Stasia · Rating 3 out of 5]

I got some very good chunks of info out of the book. They were had to find in the writing style. The book jumped all over and it was very hard to follow. It was worth it for the information obtained. But could have been a lot shorter and just focused on the wisdom and the yoga. In separate areas.

[Robin · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

[Rebeca · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great companion for any yogui or yoguini. Thanks Desiree ❤️

[Korie Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, solid ideas and information.

[Leti Alvarez · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learned a few things. Not that well written but fine all wnd well. A few of the premises, I had to think twice about and said to myself- I don't think so!

[Gloria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Learned so much

Great book. I shared several excerpts on my FB yoga page, using kindle share. This book is eye opening and rich.