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269. 3 Things I’d Do Differently If I Were Starting My Fitness Journey Today

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

Release Date: 07/29/2025

272. Tired of Trying to Lose Weight? Do These 3 Things Instead

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

Want weight loss answers that work? Here’s the fix. The truth is, this struggle isn’t about diets, willpower, or trying harder. It’s about shifting to a God-first strategy that brings real freedom. ✝️ In this episode, I’ll share 3 Christ-centered steps that will help you stop starting over and finally build consistency in your health and fitness. These aren’t complicated rules or “quick fixes”—they’re simple, biblical steps that you can begin today. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: 1️⃣ Recognize the Real Battle – Why the enemy wants you discouraged,...

271. Feeling Stuck, Injured, or Spiritually Empty? Kim Castro’s Story of Freedom in Christ

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

She was injured, addicted to sugar, and stuck in body shame… until God set her free. At 58, Kim Castro was recovering from a car accident, battling body dysmorphia, and hooked on candy and energy drinks. She felt like change wasn’t possible… but God had a different story for her. Hear how He broke the chains, renewed her mind, and restored her joy. Kim is now free from food addictions, confident in her body, and more in love with Jesus than ever before. And the best part? What He did for her, He can do for you, too. If you’re ready for your own breakthrough and transformation, join us...

270. Feel Insecure at the Gym? 5 Ways to Show Up in God’s Strength

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

Sister, if walking into the gym brings up insecurities or self-doubt You're not alone. Maybe you've had thoughts like: “Am I doing this right?” “Everyone’s judging me.” “I don’t belong here.” But here’s the truth: when you show up with Jesus, everything changes. Today, I’m walking you through 5 practical things you can do right now and 5 Bible-based confidence-builders to help you step into the gym—or press play on that home workout—with strength that comes from God, not the world. Because this isn’t just fitness—it’s faith in action. And you’re not doing...

269. 3 Things I’d Do Differently If I Were Starting My Fitness Journey Today

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

Starting your fitness journey—or starting over again? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 things I wish I had known when I first began. These biblical truths helped me let go of pressure, stop trying to do it all on my own, and finally honor God with my health. Whether you’re new to fitness or tired of starting over, this episode will equip you with Christ-centered strategies that actually last. What You’ll Learn The 3 S Success Formula to stay consistent with Christ Why fitness becomes worship when it begins with surrender How to stop relying on willpower and...

268. Why Diets Keep Failing You — Christian Weight Loss Starts With This

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

You’ve done the diets, the workouts, the tracking… so why hasn’t it lasted? If you’ve ever felt stuck in a frustrating cycle of starting strong and falling off track, this episode is for you. We’re unpacking the real reason diets keep failing—and why making your weight loss and fitness journey Christian changes everything. Today we’re getting real about how the enemy keeps us stuck in guilt and comparison, why willpower doesn’t work, and how surrendering your health to God—not finding the perfect plan—is what truly leads to lasting change. Timestamps: 0:00 — Welcome: This...

267. 5 Ways to Feel Like Yourself Again in Menopause—With God at the Center

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

Do you feel like you’re just... not yourself lately? Maybe you’ve been extra moody, anxious, exhausted, or you’ve got that brain fog that just won’t lift—and no matter what you try, nothing seems to work. You’re not alone. This is Part 3 of my 3-part series for Christian women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause—because you deserve answers, hope, and biblical support without all the overwhelm. In today’s episode, we’re going there. I’m unpacking what’s really going on in your body and mind—and giving you 5 practical, faith-filled, science-backed...

266. Menopause & Hormone Help for Christian Women: Why You Feel Off and What to Ask For

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

Do you feel off—but your doctor says you’re fine? You are not alone. This is Part 2 of my 3-part series for the Christian woman walking through perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause who just wants answers and encouragement—without the overwhelm. We’re going there today, talking about labs, hormones, treatments, and how to navigate it all with Jesus at the center. Inside this episode, we’ll cover: Why you feel so “off”—even when your labs look normal The key hormone, thyroid, and cortisol tests to ask your doctor for How to prepare for lab work (and what can affect...

265. Menopause for Christian Women: Symptoms, Support, and Solutions – Part 1

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...

264. How to Fast as a Christian Woman: A Biblical Step-by-Step Guide

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

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...

263. How to Keep Going When Life Feels Hard as a Christian Woman

Strong. Confident. His. | Christian Fitness, Health and Motivation for Women

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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Whether you’re new to fitness or tired of starting over, this episode will equip you with Christ-centered strategies that actually last.

What You’ll Learn

The 3 S Success Formula to stay consistent with Christ
Why fitness becomes worship when it begins with surrender
How to stop relying on willpower and walk in Holy Spirit strength
A powerful daily prayer + action step you can start using today

Timestamps

0:00 – Intro: Why this episode matters for Christian women
2:15 – My story: Starting over again and again
4:30 – #1: Seek God First—Not Another Plan
9:00 – Proverbs 3:5–8 and the real meaning of health
11:00 – Action step + prayer to invite God into your health
12:30 – #2: Surrender Daily—Not Just Once
15:30 – Romans 12:1 and honoring God through fitness
17:00 – What surrender looks like in real life
18:30 – #3: Show Up in the Spirit—Not Willpower
21:00 – Zechariah 4:6 and how willpower burns out
22:30 – The 3 S Success Formula Recap
24:00 – Full testimony from Dareth, Fit God’s Way student
26:30 – Prayer to close your health journey in surrender
28:00 – Invitation to the 30-Day Fit God’s Way Course
29:30 – Final encouragement: You are Strong. Confident. His.

Scriptures Mentioned

Proverbs 3:5–8
Romans 12:1
1 Corinthians 6:19–20
Zechariah 4:6

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