The Secret to Staying Fit Through Motherhood, Career & Perimenopause

Welcome to the fourth episode of Fit Mum Diaries. Today, I sit down with Nimmo—a mother of two, Director at Nairobi Institute of Technology, and a woman whose decades-long fitness journey is a powerful reminder that movement is a lifelong gift. From an active childhood to balancing a demanding career and motherhood, Nimmo has never stopped finding ways to stay active. Over the years, she's embraced CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, running, cycling, and swimming, proving that there is no single path to fitness. Her philosophy is simple: find a form of movement you genuinely enjoy, and let it evolve with the different seasons of your life. Today, Nimmo represents Kenya in Masters Swimming while also practicing calisthenics and strength training. She shares why strength training has become essential in navigating perimenopause, and why calisthenics has brought her joy by helping her maintain the mobility we naturally lose as we age. And the grace to simply begin again. Nimmo reminds us that not every day will look the same, and that's okay. What matters most isn't perfection—it's always finding your way back. Her story is proof that if we're willing to adapt, we can continue prioritizing our health through every stage of life. This conversation is an inspiring reminder that fitness isn't about doing one thing forever—it's about growing, adapting, and giving yourself permission to keep showing up, one season at a time. I can't wait for you to hear Nimmo's incredible story.