At 60+, she’s not slowing down—she’s getting stronger. Read Alexandra’s story and join her on May 17 at the GFNY NYC:

I care deeply about longevity and about helping people live stronger, healthier lives. Too often, what is considered “normal” aging is a slow decline. People assume that once we reach our mid-sixties, frailty is inevitable and that reduced mobility, loss of strength, and dependence on others are simply part of the process. I do not believe that is normal aging. I believe we can grow stronger, fitter, and more capable as the years go by.

Aging well does require effort. It asks for consistency, discipline, and a proactive approach to looking after our bodies. But the return on that investment is extraordinary. When we commit to movement, strength, and good habits, we can build a body that is full of vitality, energy, and resilience. Science continues to reinforce this. It is now well established that we can build muscle at any age and even improve bone density later in life. Our bodies are far more adaptable than many people think, and that is incredibly encouraging.

I try to live by these principles myself, not to set an unrealistic standard, but to show what is possible. In 2025, I was fortunate enough to win my age group (60-64) at the GFNY World Championships in New York. The achievement was made even more special as my son Cormac competed in the same race in the Pro category.

I share that modestly because it reflects what consistency over time can achieve rather than any special natural talent. I am not uniquely gifted. I simply decided to prioritize my health and keep showing up. I am very lucky to live in Switzerland, where I have access to some of the best riding and roads in the world.

I have found that when I place my fitness and wellbeing at the centre of my life, everything else rises with it. As President of Exceptional Villas, my clarity improves, my resilience strengthens, and my decisions feel sharper and more grounded. Taking care of my body is not separate from leadership. It fuels it.

I am also deeply inspired by my two children. My son, Cormac, manages and competes for Good Guys New York, an elite national cycling team, and my daughter, Sophie, is an elite athlete who has competed in two European Championships in trail running. Both are Irish National Cycling Champions. Their discipline, focus, and relentless commitment to excellence constantly inspire me. More than that, they seem to know exactly when I need encouragement most. At just the right moments, they remind me what is possible and why it is always worth continuing to push forward.

I am equally inspired by Dr Vonda Wright, one of the world’s leading longevity and performance experts. Her work reinforces something I care deeply about: helping people live stronger, healthier lives for far longer than most of us have been led to expect.

My goal is to continue cycling, running, hiking, and staying active well into my nineties and beyond. I want to keep moving for as long as I am on this planet.

My motivation is deeply personal. I watched both of my parents struggle with frailty and poor health that stemmed largely from inactivity. They eventually passed away from cancer, but long before that, their quality of life had been diminished. Seeing that shaped my outlook profoundly. It made me determined to pursue not just a long life, but a strong and capable one.

I believe in health span rather than simply life span. It is not just about adding years, but about adding life to those years. Preventive health, built on consistent movement, good nutrition, and positive daily habits, is one of the most powerful tools we have. My hope is to encourage others to see that aging does not have to mean decline. With the right mindset and commitment, it can be a time of continued strength, growth, and possibility.