253. The #1 Christian Fitness Mistake No One Talks About (and How to Fix It!)
Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women
Release Date: 04/08/2025
Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women
If you’ve been feeling off lately—anxious, exhausted, gaining weight even though you’re doing everything “right”—this episode is for you, sweet friend. This is Part 1 of a 3-part series created just for you—the Christian woman walking through perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause and wondering, What is going on with my body? You are not crazy. You are not alone. And this season is not the end of your strength—it’s a sacred invitation to care for yourself with God at the center. Inside this episode, we’ll cover: What menopause really is—and why it’s more than...
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Have you ever wondered how to fast as a Christian woman? Maybe you've tried fasting for health reasons or followed what the world says about it—but it left you feeling confused, discouraged, or spiritually disconnected. You want to draw closer to God. You want to steward your body well. But you’re not sure what fasting should actually look like for a Christian. In today’s episode of the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast, I’m giving you a step-by-step, Bible-based guide to fasting that’s filled with grace, purpose, and truth. You’ll learn: The 5 biblical reasons Christian...
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Have you ever felt like your strength ran out and you didn’t know how to keep going? Maybe you're walking through a hard season with your health, your habits, or your goals—and you're doing everything you know to do, but it still feels heavy. You’ve been praying. You’re trying to stay strong. But deep down, you’re discouraged and tired. In today’s episode of the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast, I’m sharing the one Scripture that has carried me through my hardest seasons: Isaiah 40:31. You’ll learn: How to stop striving in your own strength and start relying on God’s power ...
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Have you ever stood in the grocery store and thought, “Lord, what’s the best thing to eat anyway? I’m confused.” If you want a simple, biblical approach to food, this episode is for you. Today, I'll teach you how to eat God’s way! In today’s episode, we’re talking about: 5 biblical truths about food that will clear the confusion What the Bible really says about how to eat How to stop overthinking food and start honoring God with it How to spot diet traps and studies that prove they don't work Real-life tips and a day full of receipes You’ll walk away from this...
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Are you waking up tired, overwhelmed, or stuck in your head—again? Anxiety has a sneaky way of showing up in our health, our hormones, and even our workouts. If you’ve ever tried to pray it away but still felt anxious, this episode is for you. Inside today’s conversation, I’m sharing: The real reason Christian women feel anxious (especially around health and body image) How anxiety is linked to hormones, dieting, and perfectionism What the Bible actually says about anxiety 8 Scriptures you can speak over your stress—plus what to do with them today This isn’t just a...
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In today’s heart-to-heart episode of Strong. Confident. His., I’m sharing something deeply personal: my Fit Soul Detox Plan—3 powerful, Christ-centered ways I’m resetting my heart, habits, and health in this season. If you’ve been feeling tired, pulled in too many directions, or spiritually dry, this episode is your invitation to unplug from the noise and plug back into the peace of God. In This Episode: • The truth about burnout and why your soul needs rest • How stepping away from social media is restoring my peace • Creating deeper connection through intentional family time...
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“I thought it was what I was eating…” If you’ve tried eating better, working harder, and still feel nothing's working, this episode is for you. I share 5 fitness lies Christian women believe—and the biblical truths that will finally set you free. In This Episode: The 5 common lies Christian women believe about fitness Why eating better isn’t enough if your mindset is stuck in shame The truth: your worth isn’t tied to the number on the scale Why rest is not weakness—it’s biblical How to break free from struggling, starting over, and feeling stuck Key Scriptures:...
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Real Christian women. Real fitness transformations. Find out exactly how Sharla, Sarah, Susie, and Voncelle partnered with God for transformation—and why today’s the LAST chance to join Fit God's Way Live Experience before doors close tonight! Details here: You’ll hear powerful transformaiton stories from women just like you: Sarah, who found freedom from diets, guilt, and trying to do it alone through a Bible-based plan. Susie, who lost 8 pounds she'd been trying to shed for two years, but more importantly, renewed her mindset, her habits, and her heart by putting God first. ...
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Can we have a heart to heart? There comes a moment when you realize—you’ve tried everything the world has to offer… and you're still searching. In this episode of Strong. Confident. His., I’m sharing a word straight from my quiet time with God. Maybe the breakthrough you’ve been praying for isn’t in another workout or nutrition plan… maybe it’s in letting go of the pressure to be perfect and finally inviting God into every part of your health journey. This isn’t about striving harder—it’s about surrendering deeper. Let’s talk about how to stop chasing results and...
info_outlineEver wonder why you keep starting over in your fitness journey—even when you pray about it? In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story and the #1 mistake Christian women make that keeps us stuck. Let’s stop struggling alone and invite Jesus in.
😩 Why do I keep starting over in my fitness journey—even when I pray about it?
If that sounds like you, you are not alone.
You’re not lazy.
You’re not failing.
You may just be making the #1 Christian fitness mistake no one talks about—and it’s keeping you stuck in a cycle of striving, guilt, and exhaustion.
In this episode, I’m sharing a personal health story I’ve never told publicly, the subtle mistake Christian women often make, and how to finally walk in freedom by letting God—not the world—lead your fitness journey.
Here’s what we’re diving into:
• The #1 mistake Christian women make with fitness
• Why your faith and fitness still feel disconnected
• What serving God with your health actually looks like
• Lies you’ve been believing—and the truth from Scripture to replace them
• A free mindset reset that will help you stop starting over
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You don’t need more pressure. You need peace.
Let’s start again—with Jesus at the center.
Remember, You are Strong. Confident. His.
Kim Dolan Leto
Host of the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast