Lots of people have spoken about the importance of trying new things but Alex was the first to talk about the joy that comes with being a beginner. And she should know. As a professional sports photographer, Alex documents older athletes, many of whom started competing in their 60s, 70s and even one in their 90s!

Does being 50 need a rebranding? Business ethics expert Dr Bettina Palazzo thinks so. She wants to encourage more women to see their 50s as something great, as a chance to harvest their experience and reap the compound benefits.