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Faithful Fitness With Coach Alex VanHouten
Hosted by Coach Alex VanHouten · EN
Welcome to Faithful Fitness—discipleship for the body.
Coach Alex here. This isn’t about chasing aesthetics or quick fixes.
It’s about becoming a better steward of the body God has entrusted to you—through truth, discipline, and daily obedience. Each episode sits at the intersection of faith, physiology, and formation—where Scripture and science work together to build strength that actually lasts.
What You’ll Find Here:
💪 Training & Nutrition That Works
Simple, effective strategies rooted in exercise science—not trends.
📖 Biblical Stewardship & Identity
Learn what it means to honor God with your body in a culture that treats it casually.
🎙️ Conversations That Sharpen You
Interviews with leaders in health, performance, and faith—applied through a Christian lens.
🔥 Challenges & Community
Join structured seasons like Faithful40 and Shred—where growth happens with others, not alone.
Your body isn’t separate from your faith.
It’s one of the primary places your faith is lived out. “You are not your own… therefore honor God with your body.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 If you’re tired of starting over…
If you know you’re capable of more…
If you’re ready to build discipline that actually sticks— You’re in the right place. Train hard. Pray harder. Get 1% better—daily.
📌 Join the Community: https://faithfulfitness.co/premium
📘 Get the Devotional: https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com
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Coach Alex here. This isn’t about chasing aesthetics or quick fixes.
It’s about becoming a better steward of the body God has entrusted to you—through truth, discipline, and daily obedience. Each episode sits at the intersection of faith, physiology, and formation—where Scripture and science work together to build strength that actually lasts.
What You’ll Find Here:
💪 Training & Nutrition That Works
Simple, effective strategies rooted in exercise science—not trends.
📖 Biblical Stewardship & Identity
Learn what it means to honor God with your body in a culture that treats it casually.
🎙️ Conversations That Sharpen You
Interviews with leaders in health, performance, and faith—applied through a Christian lens.
🔥 Challenges & Community
Join structured seasons like Faithful40 and Shred—where growth happens with others, not alone.
Your body isn’t separate from your faith.
It’s one of the primary places your faith is lived out. “You are not your own… therefore honor God with your body.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 If you’re tired of starting over…
If you know you’re capable of more…
If you’re ready to build discipline that actually sticks— You’re in the right place. Train hard. Pray harder. Get 1% better—daily.
📌 Join the Community: https://faithfulfitness.co/premium
📘 Get the Devotional: https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com
#FaithfulFitness #AlexVanHouten #FaithfulFitnessPodcast #ChristianHealth #BiblicalStewardship #TrainHardPrayHarder
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
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The Body Remembers: Trauma, Movement, and Healing in Christ | With De Bolton
6d ago00:56:58Tap to summarizeWhy do some people know exercise is good for them but still struggle to move? Why can something as simple as a workout trigger emotions, fear, shame, or even tears?In this powerful conversation, Coach Alex sits down with trauma-informed health coach and author De Bolton to explore the deep connection between movement, trauma, healing, and Christian stewardship.Together they discuss:How trauma is stored in the bodyWhy movement can feel threatening for some peopleThe relationship between emotional wounds and physical healthThe disconnect between Christianity and body stewardshipWhy food has become the church's most acceptable addictionHow shame impacts our health and habitsThe difference between neglect and obsession in fitnessWhat it means to truly honor your body as God's templeHow to move from performance-based fitness to worship-based stewardshipWhy healing requires reconnecting body, mind, and spiritThis conversation is especially important for anyone who has ever felt stuck, discouraged, ashamed, disconnected from their body, or frustrated by repeated health struggles.God doesn't merely care about your spirit.He created you as a whole person.And learning to steward your body well may be one of the most overlooked aspects of discipleship today.You are loved exactly as you are.And because you are loved, your body is worth stewarding well.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to De Bolton01:10 – Why Movement Changes Your Mood02:00 – How Trauma Gets Stored in the Body04:45 – Why Exercise Can Trigger Old Wounds07:45 – Tears, Emotions, and Physical Release08:45 – Why Christians Are Disconnected From Their Bodies11:20 – Stewardship vs. Fitness Idolatry13:15 – Is Food the Church's Most Accepted Addiction?16:00 – Why Your Body Matters to God18:20 – Where to Start If You Hate Exercise22:00 – The Power of Small Wins24:15 – The Mustard Seed Principle of Growth25:25 – How Fitness Becomes an Idol28:00 – Fitness as Worship30:15 – The Difference Between Performance and Stewardship31:00 – Shame, Healing, and Physical Health33:40 – Grace Removes Shame But Not Responsibility36:15 – The Story Behind The Embodied Beloved38:50 – Knowing God's Love vs. Embodying God's Love40:00 – Reclaim Your Temple Program42:45 – The Four Disciplines: Integrity, Grit, Growth & Awe45:20 – Why Integrity Is the Biggest Struggle46:00 – Rapid Fire Questions47:00 – Music, Movement & Motivation48:00 – Parenting Adult Children50:00 – Final Encouragement from De Bolton51:00 – Closing Prayer🏃 Join the Faithful 5KThe first-ever Faithful 5K is happening this August.Whether you're local to Arkansas or joining us virtually from anywhere in the world, we'd love to have you participate.👉 Register Here:https://www.raceentry.com/faithful-5k/race-information🤝 Become a Vendor or SponsorHelp us bring together faith, fitness, family, and community while supporting the mission of Faithful Fitness and THREE18.👉 Learn More:https://www.raceentry.com/races/faithful-5k/2026/sponsor💪 Join Faithful Fitness PremiumIf you're ready to stop doing this alone and become part of a Christ-centered community focused on stewardship, strength, accountability, and growth:👉 https://faithfulfitness.co/premiumInside you'll find:Monthly coachingChallenges and accountabilityLive workshopsFaith-based health educationDirect access to Coach Alex📖 Connect With De BoltonLearn more about De's work, coaching, and her Reclaim Your Temple program:👉 Christian Holistic Health Coach | Faithfueledmom Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →Choose Your Hard: Agency, Resilience, and the Truth About Fitness | With Rithvik Raya
2w ago01:10:22Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a sharp, inquisitive 14-year-old interviewer starts asking questions most adults never think to ask?In this conversation with Rithvik Raya, Coach Alex dives deep into some of the biggest questions surrounding health, fitness, resilience, agency, suffering, faith, and human potential.Together they explore:Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and chronic painWhy modern abundance may be making us physically and mentally weakerThe science of adaptation and resilienceWhy "calories in, calories out" oversimplifies human biologyThe surprising science behind hope molecules and exerciseWhy coaching and community outperform diets and algorithmsThe role of agency in personal transformationWhat fitness has to do with faith, purpose, and stewardshipHow modern culture encourages victimhood—and how to reclaim responsibilityWhy intensity isn't always the answerThe difference between starting a fitness journey and becoming the kind of person who finishes itThis is one of the most thoughtful and wide-ranging conversations I've had in a long time. Rithvik asked questions that forced me to think carefully about what I actually believe and why.If you've ever wondered how fitness connects to psychology, theology, resilience, leadership, and the pursuit of a meaningful life, this conversation is for you.Life is hard.The question isn't whether you'll face difficulty.The question is:What kind of hard will you choose?⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction01:06 – Living With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome05:15 – Why Modern Comfort May Be Making Us Weak08:42 – Choosing Your Hard10:40 – Childhood Trauma, Science & Finding Truth13:05 – Why Coach Alex Built Faithful Fitness16:45 – The Fitness Industry's Biggest Problem17:05 – Calories In, Calories Out? Not So Fast21:28 – Hope Molecules, Myokines & Exercise Science25:00 – What Is Agency?27:52 – Can Agency Survive the Algorithm Age?29:30 – Why Coaching & Community Beat Every Diet31:57 – The Science Behind SpyFit35:37 – Leadership, Responsibility & Personal Agency38:47 – Is Fitness Really About Intentional Living?40:02 – Is There A Moral Dimension To Fitness?45:32 – Pride, Gluttony, Shame & Stewardship48:21 – The Problem With Victimhood Culture50:38 – Why Intensity Is Overrated53:01 – How the Body Actually Adapts57:31 – Better Daily, Comparison & Following Christ01:01:12 – Social Media, Movement & Human Flourishing01:02:29 – Why People Really Get In Shape01:05:08 – Coaching, Identity & Freedom01:06:46 – Rapid Fire Round01:10:15 – Final Thoughts🎯 Calls To Action🏃 Join The First Ever Faithful 5KWhether you're local to Arkansas or joining virtually from anywhere in the world, we'd love to have you participate.👉 Register Here:https://www.raceentry.com/faithful-5k/race-information🤝 Become a Vendor or SponsorWe're bringing together businesses, churches, ministries, nonprofits, and community leaders around a shared mission of stewardship and health.👉 Vendor & Sponsor Information:https://www.raceentry.com/races/faithful-5k/2026/sponsor💪 Join Faithful Fitness PremiumIf you're ready to stop going it alone and become part of a community committed to strength, stewardship, accountability, and growth:👉 https://faithfulfitness.co/premiumInside you'll find:Group coachingCommunity challengesLive workshopsDirect access to Coach AlexFaith-based health and fitness resourcesIf you want to watch the interview, you can find that here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Em3gPeEFNh4&t=82sBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →“The Fitness Industry Is Lying To You (Here’s The Truth)”
3w ago01:09:48Tap to summarize“The Fitness Industry Is Lying To You (Here’s The Truth)”What if the biggest problem in modern fitness… isn’t motivation? What if it’s misinformation? In this powerful conversation on the Live From America Podcast, Coach Alex VanHouten joins Hatem for a deep dive into the psychology, biology, and spiritual side of health and fitness.Together, they unpack:Why the fitness industry keeps failing everyday peopleThe difference between looking fit vs. actually being healthyHow exercise changes your brain chemistry and mindsetWhy belief systems affect physical performanceThe science behind resilience, discipline, and “grit”How visualization improves athletic and mental performanceWhy community matters for transformationThe hidden connection between physical fitness and emotional healthWhat elite operators understand about mindset that most people don’tCoach Alex also shares his personal story of living with a painful genetic disorder and how it shaped his understanding of stewardship, suffering, and discipline.Meanwhile, Hatem shares the incredible story of surviving heart failure, living with an LVAD, undergoing a heart transplant, and rebuilding his life through fitness and mental resilience.This episode is not about six-week transformations.It’s about becoming the kind of person who refuses to quit.⏱️ Timestamp Outline00:00 – Intro: Why Health & Resilience Matter01:15 – What Is Exercise Science?03:00 – The Fitness Industry’s Biggest Lie05:00 – Why “Quick Fixes” Fail08:00 – Alex’s Genetic Disorder & Pain Journey11:00 – Hatem’s Heart Failure & Heart Transplant Story14:30 – Why Fitness Saved Hatem’s Life15:30 – Bio-Individuality Explained18:30 – Looking Fit vs Actually Being Healthy21:45 – Where Everyday People Should Start24:00 – Why 1% Better Daily Works27:00 – How Health Impacts Relationships & Identity29:00 – Injury, Illness & Recovery Mindset31:00 – The “Lone Wolf Problem”34:00 – Agency: Life Happening TO You vs THROUGH You37:00 – Why Community Changes Everything40:00 – Exercise, Hope Molecules & Mental Health44:00 – Motivation vs Discipline48:00 – Visualization & Athletic Performance52:00 – Grit, Mental Toughness & The Will To Live58:00 – Everyday Spy & Operator Training1:00:00 – Faithful Fitness & Why Alex Wrote The Book1:05:00 – Final Encouragement + Closing👉 Start your own transformation journey with theFaithful Fitness DevotionalA 40-day framework for health, strength, stewardship, and resilience. https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com👉 Join the Faithful Fitness community: https://faithfulfitness.coTrain your body. Strengthen your mind. Walk with purpose.If you want to watch the full epsisode, you can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nkYd_cHpmc&t=2518sBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →Digital Sugar Is Destroying Minds with Amy Adams
4w ago01:00:05Tap to summarizeWhat if your biggest health problem… isn’t food—but what you’re feeding your mind?In this episode of the Faithful Fitness Podcast, Coach Alex sits down with Amy Adams to unpack the concept of “digital sugar”—the constant overstimulation from social media that’s quietly shaping your attention, your habits, and even your relationship with God. Most people know how to avoid junk food. Few know how to avoid junk input.And the cost is deeper than distraction—it’s disconnection.In this conversation, you’ll learn:-Why social media acts like “sugar for your soul”-How overstimulation rewires your brain and drains your purpose-The hidden link between dopamine, attention, and spiritual dryness-How to break free from the approval trap in fitness and life-The difference between stewardship vs. weight loss goals-Why most people fail (and how lead vs. lag goals change everything)-A practical framework to reconnect your body, mind, and spirit daily Amy also shares her personal journey from obsession and neglect to consistent, faith-driven stewardship—and how stepping away from social media transformed her life in just weeks.This isn’t about quitting technology. It’s about reclaiming your attention—and giving it back to God. ⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Why This Conversation Matters01:00 – What Is “Digital Sugar”?03:30 – How Social Media Drains Your Soul06:30 – Dopamine, Cravings, and Why You Can’t Stop Scrolling09:30 – Why You Still Feel Empty After Consuming Content12:00 – The “Broccoli vs Junk Food” Spiritual Problem15:00 – How Long It Takes to Detox Your Mind18:00 – Head vs Heart: Why Most People Feel Disconnected20:30 – Emotional Movement Practice (Practical Tool)25:00 – Naming Emotions + Confronting Lies with Truth28:00 – The Approval Trap (And How It Shows Up in Fitness)32:00 – Obsession vs Neglect: The Cycle Most People Live In36:00 – Identity vs Approval (The Gospel Answer)40:00 – Stewardship vs Weight Loss43:00 – Lead Goals vs Lag Goals (Why You Keep Failing)47:00 – Daily Framework for Consistency (HMS System)52:00 – Why Grit Is the Missing Discipline56:00 – How to Get Connected with Amy58:30 – Prayer + Closing🎯 Calls To Action👉 Start your 40-day transformation: Faithful Fitness Devotional https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com👉 Join the Faithful Fitness community: https://faithfulfitness.co👉 Build your routine, track your growth, and stay accountable: Download the Faithful Fitness App 👉 Connect with Amy Adams and explore her work: https://purposelydesigned.orgBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →Can Christians Do Yoga? With Michelle Tornetta
May 1400:56:38Tap to summarizeWhat if your body was never meant to be separated from your spiritual life?In this deeply moving episode of the Faithful Fitness Podcast, Coach Alex sits down with Michelle Tornetta to explore a conversation many Christians have never had:How does God meet us through movement?Together, they unpack:Why modern Christianity often disconnects the body from faithThe hidden influence of Gnostic thinking in church cultureHow movement can deepen prayer, worship, joy, and emotional healingAn honest conversation about yoga for ChristiansWhy play, celebration, and embodiment matter spirituallyParenting a child with disabilities and learning to walk with God through griefHow caregivers can care for themselves without guiltRediscovering childlike faith through movement and creativityMichelle also shares the powerful story of her daughter Abby—a miracle child whose life has shaped her understanding of joy, suffering, stewardship, and the goodness of God.This conversation is honest, hopeful, deeply embodied, and full of practical encouragement for anyone who feels disconnected—from their body, their joy, or even from God Himself.⏱️ Timestamp Outline00:00 – Intro: Movement, Faith & the Human Body01:10 – Why Spiritual Life Isn’t “Just In Your Head”04:00 – God Meets Us Through Movement05:30 – Elijah Running a Marathon After Mount Carmel06:30 – Gnosticism and the Christian Body Problem08:00 – Michelle’s Journey Into Faith + Fitness10:00 – Yoga for Christians (Honest Discussion)14:00 – Why Mindful Movement Matters Spiritually18:30 – “Adulting” and Losing Childlike Faith21:00 – Why Christians Need Play, Joy & Celebration22:30 – Parenting a Child With Disabilities25:00 – Abby’s Story: Stroke, Seizures & Miraculous Joy31:00 – Every Christian Has a “Cup” to Carry34:00 – Caregiver Burnout & Stewardship36:30 – How Michelle Cares for Herself While Caring for Others41:00 – Why Michelle Started Podcasting44:00 – Doodle Prayer & Embodied Prayer Practices48:00 – Why Children Understand Embodied Faith Naturally50:00 – Final Encouragement to Listeners51:00 – Closing Prayer🎯 Calls To Action 👉 Start your own journey toward embodied Christian stewardship with theFaithful Fitness Devotional https://FaithfulFitnessDevo.com👉 Join the Faithful Fitness community and train your body, mind, and spirit alongside believers pursuing Christ-centered health: https://faithfulfitness.co👉 Connect with Michelle Tornetta’s work, podcast, and resources:https://breatheandbe.net/storeThe Honeycomb Doodle Journals can also be purchased on Amazon: https://a.co/d/08vbEu5bSimple Steps for the Whole You Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PL9Ml50AlxqcTMS1xq7wi?si=700eb8ac4bc34dcdBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →The “Perfect Body” Isn’t What Instagram Sold You
May 701:09:32Tap to summarizeThe “Perfect Body” Isn’t What Instagram Sold You What does the “perfect body” actually look like?In Part 2 of Coach Alex’s conversation on The Samir Show, the discussion moves beyond six-packs, big biceps, and Instagram fitness into something much more useful: building a body that can serve the mission.Coach Alex explains why excessive muscle can become a liability for operators, why the best body is not necessarily the one that attracts attention, and why true fitness is about capability, endurance, resilience, and recovery.This conversation also goes deep into metabolic health, protein intake, fatigue, sleep, dad bod, belly fat, cardiovascular fitness, diabetes risk, and why so many people feel exhausted in their 30s and 40s.The big idea: your body is not just about appearance. It is an asset. It carries your mind, your mission, your work, your family, and your calling.In this episode, Coach Alex and Samir discuss:Why the “perfect agent body” does not look like an Instagram fitness modelWhy endurance and cognitive integrity matter for real-world performanceHow your body and brain are deeply integratedWhy constant fatigue may be connected to poor metabolic healthThe role of protein in muscle, energy, aging, and blood sugar regulationWhy muscle loss accelerates with age — and how weight training helps slow it downHow sleep timing, deep sleep, naps, and circadian rhythm affect energyWhy belly fat is often connected to stress, poor fitness, and energy imbalanceThe difference between fasting, time-restricted eating, and ketosisWhy cardio is not mainly about burning caloriesHow walking, weight training, and sleep can help prevent diabetes and heart diseaseIf you are tired of treating your body like a vanity project — or ignoring it altogether — this episode will help you think differently.Your body is not an idol to worship.It is not a problem to ignore.It is a stewardship.Get the Faithful Fitness 40-Day Devotional here:FaithfulFitnessDevo.comAnd check out more conversations from The Samir Show.00:00 The perfect agent body01:36 Why the CIA body would not look like Instagram fitness02:21 Hypertrophy is only one fitness adaptation03:48 The capable body: strong, fast, endurable, and mission-ready05:09 Training bodies for the job, not choosing bodies for the job06:54 Treating the body like a national security asset07:32 Why poor health affects national security08:43 Endurance and cognitive integrity09:35 Energy, fatigue, and burnout10:08 Mitochondrial dysfunction and fat-burning capacity12:01 Carbs as short-term fuel, fats as long-term fuel13:56 Why protein matters15:13 How much protein the average person may need16:20 Why minimum protein recommendations may not be optimal18:14 Plant proteins, supplements, and vegetarian considerations19:39 Why muscle mass declines with age21:09 Weight training and preserving muscle tissue22:02 Why you may wake up more tired than when you went to bed23:11 Deep sleep, sleep inertia, and inconsistent rest25:43 Why naps help some people and ruin sleep for others27:28 Busy tired vs. metabolic or hormonal problems28:41 Why medication without lifestyle change misses the root30:34 Protein, prediabetes, and blood sugar regulation32:23 Protein intake and body composition33:41 Dad bod, belly fat, and fatherhood37:05 Hormonal changes after having a baby38:42 Keto, fasting, cardio, and stubborn belly fat39:29 Fasting vs. time-restricted eating40:34 Ketosis does not always mean body-fat loss41:50 Why cardio is not mainly for burning calories42:44 Nutrient density vs. energy density45:12 Running outside vs. treadmill48:19 Early warning signs for diabetes and metabolic disease49:00 VO2 and cardiovascular fitness as missed warning signs53:06 Basic tests for diabetes and heart disease risk55:20 Why food journaling is the first intelligence report59:35 Lifestyle changes with the biggest payoff01:00:10 Start small: 15 minutes a day01:01:46 Walking, adaptation, and energy01:02:40 Sleep, stress, and disease risk01:04:30 Creatine, sleep deprivation, and recovery support If this conversation challenged the way you think about your body, start with the Faithful Fitness 40-Day Devotional.It was written to help Christians stop treating the body as either an idol to worship or a problem to ignore — and begin seeing it as a gift to steward under Christ.Get Faithful Fitness here:FaithfulFitnessDevo.comThis conversation originally took place on The Samir Show.Check out Samir’s work and follow his show for more thoughtful conversations on health, mindset, and human performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lST4zzD4Hcs&t=387sBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →The Sin Spectrum of Fitness: Escaping Pride, Sloth, and Sexual Struggle Through Stewardship
Apr 3000:29:02Tap to summarizeWhat if your fitness journey is quietly being sabotaged…not by lack of discipline—but by misplaced identity?In this conversation on the Husband Material Podcast, Coach Alex VanHouten joins Drew Boa to unpack a powerful framework: the “Sin Spectrum of Fitness.”On one end—pride, vanity, comparison.On the other—gluttony, sloth, and avoidance.Most people bounce between the two.Very few walk the narrow path: stewardship.This episode goes far beyond workouts and meal plans. It explores the deep integration between your body, your emotions, your sexuality, and your spiritual life—and why neglecting your body doesn’t just impact your health… it impacts your calling.Coach Alex breaks down:Why fitness is a spiritual battleground, not a cosmetic pursuitHow your biology (sleep, food, movement) shapes emotional and sexual integrityThe difference between behavior change vs. root transformationWhy “working out” is often how we “work things out”How shame, trauma, and identity silently drive unhealthy habitsWhy your body is meant to be a vessel for receiving and giving loveYou’ll also hear how Coach Alex’s personal struggle with a genetic disorder shaped his conviction that your body matters—not for appearance, but for obedience.This is not about optimization.It’s about taking territory back—in your body, your habits, and your life.🎯 Calls To Action:👉 Start your 40-day journey into biblical stewardship:Faithful Fitness – A Devotional for Strength, Health, and Obediencefaithfulfitnessdevo.com👉 Join the Faithful Fitness community:Train with purpose. Grow with others. Stay accountable.faithfulfitness.co👉 Want help applying this to your life?Apply for coaching with Coach Alex:alexvanhouten.com/connect 👉 Learn more about overcoming porn and reclaiming your identity:Follow Husband Material and explore Drew’s work.https://podcast.husbandmaterial.com/👉Watch the episode on youtube here: https://youtu.be/cckFea4mhTkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →You’re Not Tired… You’re Living Below Your Calling | JD Tremblay On Faithful Fitness
Apr 2301:01:02Tap to summarizeCoach Alex here. Grace and peace.This conversation will challenge you.Not because it’s extreme…But because it exposes something most people avoid:👉 You’re capable of more than you think.👉 But you won’t access it without surrender.In this episode, I sit down with JD—an ultra-endurance athlete who completed one of the hardest feats on earth:10 Ironmans in 10 days across Hawaii.But this isn’t about endurance.It’s about obedience.It’s about what happens when a man stops negotiating with God……and starts saying yes—no matter the cost.🔥 What We Cover:Why most people quit before they ever find their limitsThe difference between grit vs stubbornnessWhat it actually means to surrender your life to ChristThe moment JD hit absolute rock bottom… and kept goingWhy your calling matters more than your comfortThe real reason most Christians stay stuckA practical framework (STEWARD) for building a disciplined lifeHow suffering produces endurance, character, and hope⚔️ A Moment That Hit Hard:“If I quit, I delay what God has called me to become.”⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Opening prayer & setting the tone02:30 – JD’s mission: faith, family, and global impact06:30 – Discovering your true physical capacity10:00 – From divorce to endurance: the turning point14:00 – “I might die doing this…” (Ironman with no training)18:30 – Faith vs fake faith (hard truth)23:00 – Selling everything to follow God27:30 – The Biblical meaning of grit (Jacob wrestling with God)33:00 – The STEWARD framework for discipline40:00 – What happens when you don’t follow your calling45:00 – The hardest moment: broken body, no way out52:00 – What separates those who quit vs those who endure58:30 – Fatherhood, legacy, and raising strong men1:00:30 – Final challenge: Are you serious about your walk with Jesus?🧭 MOVE FORWARD TODAYAs you listen, ask yourself this:“Where in my life am I choosing comfort… over calling?”Because that’s where your breakthrough is waiting.🔗 NEXT STEPS👉 Join the Faithful Fitness Community (Start Here):faithfulfitness.co👉 Get the Faithful Fitness Devotional:faithfulfitnessdevo.com👉 Learn more about JD’s work / mission:(Insert his preferred link here if you have it)🛡️ WANT TO GO DEEPER?Right now, in honor of the devotional launch,you can save $50 on an annual premium membership.This is where we build:disciplinestructurebrotherhoodand real transformationYou don’t need more information.You need formation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →Why Your Health Is a National Security Issue (And What To Do About It) | Coach Alex On This Week Explained | Faithful Fitness
Apr 1601:10:22Tap to summarizeCoach Alex here. Grace and peace.This conversation is different.I joined This Week Explained—a geopolitical intelligence podcast—to talk about something most analysts completely overlook:👉 Your body is a strategic asset.In a world of unstable systems, fragile supply chains, and rising global tension…Your health isn’t just personal anymore.It’s mission-critical.🔥 What We Dive Into:Why a sick population is a geopolitical threatHow your belief system literally changes your physiologyThe hidden reason most people fail at fitness (it’s not discipline)Why identity—not information—is the real driver of changeThe difference between looking healthy vs actually being healthyHow elite operators train vs everyday men and womenThe truth about nutrition confusion (and bio-individuality)Why “quick fixes” fail—and what actually works long termThe 1% principle that transforms your life over time⚔️ A Line That Matters:“A sick population is a huge geopolitical threat… sometimes it comes down to who has the will to live.”🧠 This Episode Is For You If:You feel overwhelmed by health advice and don’t know where to startYou’ve tried to change before—but couldn’t sustain itYou’re leading a family, business, or mission—but your health is slippingYou want a deeper reason to take care of your body beyond aesthetics🧭 MOVE FORWARD TODAY As you listen, ask yourself this:“Am I treating my body like a responsibility… or a resource?”Because how you answer that will shape everything.🔗 RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS👉 Listen to the full episode on This Week Explained:Watch Full Episode👉 Join the Faithful Fitness Community:faithfulfitness.co👉 Get the Faithful Fitness Devotional:faithfulfitnessdevo.com🛡️ READY TO GO DEEPER?Right now, in honor of the devotional launch,you can save $50 on an annual premium membership.This is where we build:disciplinestructurebrotherhoodand real, embodied changeYou don’t need more information.You need formation.You can find the episode here on Youtube: https://youtu.be/LQAanKCWdO4?si=B-sPrST3-WLZe73qBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
Transcribe →Fasting For Mom's With Christin VanHouten | Faithful Fitness
Apr 900:43:36Tap to summarizeWhat is fasting actually like for a woman?In this episode of Faithful Fitness, Coach Alex sits down with his wife Christin Van Houten to talk about her experience completing the Shred protocol, the unique challenges women face with fasting and exercise, and what it’s really like living inside the Faithful Fitness mission.Christin shares how her relationship with fasting grew over several years—from believing it wasn’t possible for her to completing a full 24-hour fast during the Shred. She also explains how hormonal cycles, stress, and family life influence how women approach fasting differently than men.Beyond fitness, the conversation turns deeply personal as Alex and Christin discuss:• The real story behind writing the Faithful Fitness devotional• The sacrifices and support required in marriage when pursuing a calling• The financial and emotional decisions behind publishing a first book• Why discipline—whether fasting, exercise, or marriage—ultimately produces freedom.You’ll also hear Christin’s honest reflections on the Shred protocol, her results, and the habits she’s continuing long after the challenge ended.If you’ve ever wondered what Faithful Fitness looks like inside the Van Houten household, this conversation offers a rare and encouraging glimpse.Timestamped Outline00:00 — IntroductionCoach Alex welcomes listeners and introduces his wife Christin.01:20 — Fasting as a WomanChristin explains how her journey with fasting began through spiritual disciplines.04:30 — Learning to Fast GraduallyStarting with 14-hour fasts and slowly building to longer fasting windows.07:20 — Hormonal Cycles and FastingWhy fasting affects women differently than men.10:10 — Grace During Difficult WeeksHow Christin adapts fasting around her cycle and stress levels.13:00 — Why Fasting Matters SpirituallyAlex explains the deeper spiritual purpose behind fasting.16:20 — Discipline vs MotivationSometimes fasting and exercise simply require obedience.19:00 — Exercise with ScoliosisWhy strength training is essential for Christin’s back health.22:00 — Loving Your Spouse Through StewardshipHow caring for your body affects your marriage.24:45 — Foods Christin Missed During the ShredCheeseburgers, Diet Coke, and Reese’s cups make their return.27:30 — Shred ResultsChristin loses 9 pounds of fat in four weeks.29:30 — Why the Shred WorksEnergy, clarity, and the power of finishing what you start.32:00 — Preparing for the Summer ShredWhy the five-day preparation phase matters.35:10 — Launching the Faithful Fitness DevotionalAlex shares what it took to finally write the book.38:30 — What It Was Like Living With a Writing HusbandChristin reflects on Alex’s weekly writing discipline.43:00 — The Investment Behind Publishing a BookThe financial and relational decisions behind the project.48:30 — Marriage, Money, and StewardshipWhy open conversations are essential when building something meaningful.52:00 — Signed Book Giveaway Announcement55:30 — Closing ThoughtsChristin thanks the Faithful Fitness community for supporting the mission.Main Discussion Themes:-Fasting Through a Woman’s Lens-Understanding the physiological and spiritual differences women experience with fasting.-Discipline Over Motivation-Why real transformation comes from consistency rather than excitement.-Marriage and Calling-What it takes for a spouse to support a God-given mission.-Stewardship of the Body-Exercise, fasting, and nutrition as tools for honoring God.-The Story Behind the Faithful Fitness Devotional-From idea to investment to publication.Move Forward Today🔥 Join Faithful Fitness https://faithfulfitness.co📖 Get Coach Alex’s Devotional — Faithful Fitnesshttps://faithfulfitnessdevo.com💪 Train your body🙏 Strengthen your faith🤝 Join a community pursuing disciplined stewardshipBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.
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