Faithful Fitness By Better Daily Podcast Por Coach Alex VanHouten arte de portada

Faithful Fitness By Better Daily

Faithful Fitness By Better Daily

De: Coach Alex VanHouten
Escúchala gratis

OFERTA POR TIEMPO LIMITADO. Obtén 3 meses por US$0.99 al mes. Obtén esta oferta.
Welcome to Faithful Fitness, where we train our bodies and strengthen our faith!
💪🙏

This channel is dedicated to Bible-based fitness, health, and mindset growth so you can honor God through disciplined stewardship.What You’ll Find Here:

🔥 Workouts & Training Tips – Get stronger with faith-driven fitness.
📖 Biblical Health & Stewardship – Align scripture & science for lasting wellness.
🎙️ Inspiring Interviews – Hear from health & fitness experts from all over the globe.
🚀 Community Challenges – 40 days of fitness, faith, and transformation in community!

Your body is a temple (1 Cor. 6:19-20)—let’s train hard, pray harder, and grow 1% better daily!📌 Subscribe Now & Join the Movement!💥

Pre-order Is Open! Reserve your copy of "Faithful Fitness" Today! https://betterdaily.live/devo

#FaithfulFitness #my1percent #GIGAfit

*You can also catch episodes from Defining Dad Bod and Better Daily Live (2017-now) in this archive!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.Copyright The Betterment Co Cristianismo Desarrollo Personal Espiritualidad Higiene y Vida Saludable Ministerio y Evangelismo Éxito Personal
Episodios
  • Fasting Like Jesus: How to Align Your Body and Spirit for God’s Glory

    Fasting Like Jesus: How to Align Your Body and Spirit for God’s Glory
    Oct 2 2025
    Episode Summary
    In this solo teaching, Coach Alex VanHouten dives deep into the spiritual and physical discipline of fasting. Too often misunderstood as either a diet trend or a hunger strike, fasting is neither—it is a God-given practice that draws us closer to His heart while transforming our health.

    Pulling from Scripture, modern science, and decades of coaching experience, Alex explains why Jesus said “when you fast,” not “if you fast.” You’ll learn what fasting truly is, how it benefits your body and soul, and practical pro tips to start fasting well.

    If you’ve ever wondered how to move beyond the hype, fad diets, or misconceptions about fasting, this episode will help you embrace it as a lifelong spiritual discipline—done with joy, intention, and wisdom.

    Main Discussion Themes
    -Why Christians Fast: Jesus’ words in Matthew 6 and examples from Moses, Daniel, and Jesus Himself.
    -Spiritual Purpose: Hungering for righteousness, not striking against God or earning “holy points.”
    -Physical Benefits: Insulin sensitivity, fat metabolism, autophagy, mental clarity, reduced inflammation, and longevity.
    -Psychological Benefits: Self-control, resilience, and agency over bodily drives.
    -Psychological Benefits: Self-control, resilience, and agency over bodily drives.
    -Beginner to Advanced Fasting: From time-restricted eating to 24–72 hour extended fasts.
    -Pro Tips: Setting intention, starting small, hydration, breaking the fast well, and fasting in community.
    -Who Shouldn’t Fast: Safety notes for children, pregnant/breastfeeding women, and medical cases.

    Timestamped Outline
    00:00:00 Introduction to Fasting
    00:03:00 Spiritual Benefits of Fasting
    00:09:00 Physical Benefits of Fasting
    00:15:00 Practical Tips for Fasting
    00:21:00 Common Misconceptions and Safety

    Move Forward Today
    -Take Your First Step: Start small with a 12–16 hour fast and set a clear prayerful intention.
    -Feast on Scripture: Replace mealtimes with time in God’s Word or prayer.
    -Join a Community: Don’t fast alone—connect with believers in the Better Daily app here: https://BetterDaily.live/invite
    Practice Stewardship: See fasting not as deprivation but as an act of worship and stewardship of the body God gave you.

    Featured Resources
    📖 Faithful Fitness Devotional: 40 Days of Strength and Stewardship for Christians https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com
    📱 Join the Better Daily App for community fasts, coaching, and daily encouragement https//:faithfulfitnessdevo.com
    🎧 Subscribe to the Faithful Fitness Podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.
    Más Menos
    26 m
  • Freedom From Depression Starts With God's Truth with Dr. Chigozie Nwosu

    Freedom From Depression Starts With God's Truth with Dr. Chigozie Nwosu
    Sep 25 2025
    Episode Summary

    In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Coach Alex sits down with Dr. Chigozie Nwosu—physician, author, and founder of Brave Minds Hub—to explore how faith, courage, and purpose intersect in the fight against depression.

    From her early medical career in Nigeria to founding two life-changing organizations, Dr. Nwosu’s journey is marked by bold stands against injustice, compassionate outreach to underserved communities, and an unwavering commitment to helping others live fulfilled, God-centered lives.

    Her book Overcoming Depression blends medical insight with biblical truth, challenging the idea that depression can only be managed, and offering a Christ-centered path to lasting freedom. Together, they discuss why treating symptoms isn’t enough, how hidden grief and unaddressed trauma fuel mental and physical illness, and why caring for your body is essential to walking in your God-given calling.

    Whether you’re battling depression, seeking clarity in your purpose, or simply hungry for a faith-based perspective on holistic health, this episode will encourage you to move forward with courage and hope. “You can’t cancel out what needs to be cast out.” – Dr. Chigozie Nwosu

    Main Discussion Themes
    -Finding purpose beyond professional success.
    -The hidden roots of depression—and why symptom management isn’t enough.
    -Integrating medical science with biblical truth for lasting healing.
    -How unresolved trauma impacts physical and mental health.
    -Fitness as stewardship of the body for kingdom purpose.
    -Courageously addressing injustice and difficult topics.
    -The role of Brave Minds Hub in guiding people toward fulfillment.

    Timestamped Outline
    00:00 – Intro & lighthearted pre-show banter.
    07:00 – The meaning of Dr. Nwosu’s name: God bless me.
    10:40 – Her journey from Nigerian doctor to Canadian coach and speaker.
    15:00 – Confronting sexual abuse in schools and founding Nikita Hope Foundation.
    20:45 – Rural healthcare outreach as a ministry.
    23:10 – A divine appointment in a hospital chapel and the spark for Overcoming Depression.
    25:30 – Why medical treatment alone can’t break the cycle of depression.
    29:50 – Launching Brave Minds Hub: addressing what people say—and don’t say.
    39:05 – Identifying root causes behind insomnia, anxiety, and fear.
    44:20 – Helping professionals and immigrants find fulfillment.
    49:00 – Biblical truths for those feeling trapped or purposeless.
    55:20 – How fitness supports your God-given mission.
    58:30 – Self-care as an act of stewardship.
    1:00:00 – Guest resources and closing prayer. (Strong shorts/reels moments: 25:30 “You can’t cancel out what needs to be cast out.”; 55:20 fitness-purpose connection; 49:00 Joseph & Job examples.)

    Move Forward Today!
    Subscribe to the Faithful Fitness Podcast on your favorite platform.

    -Grab my devotional: Faithful Fitness – A 40 Day Devotional for Christian
    -Health and Stewardship – https//:faithfulfitnessdevo.com
    -Join the Better Daily Community at https://BetterDaily.live/invite

    Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement in their mental health and faith journey.

    Featured Guest Resources
    -Overcoming Depression – Order the book - https://bravemindshub.com/book-for-sale
    -Purpose & Clarity Guide – Free resource via Brave Minds Hub - https://bravemindshub.com/free-resource
    -Beauty in Chaos – Encouragement resource for finding God’s hand in life’s mess - https://bravemindshub.com/beauty-in-chaos-page

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.
    Más Menos
    53 m
  • When Your Body Says Something’s Wrong: Faith, Hormones, and Healing with Heidi Cooper

    When Your Body Says Something’s Wrong: Faith, Hormones, and Healing with Heidi Cooper
    Sep 18 2025
    🌟 Episode Summary

    Many believers know the frustration of “doing everything right”—clean eating, consistent exercise, even regular doctor visits—yet still feeling exhausted, foggy, or unwell. Why does this happen? And what can you do about it?

    In this episode, Coach Alex VanHouten sits down with Functional Medicine Practitioner Heidi Cooper, co-founder of Cooper Health Solutions, to uncover why conventional medicine often misses the root of the problem and how God designed our bodies to heal when we steward them well. Heidi shares her personal testimony of battling autoimmune thyroid disease, chronic fatigue, and weight gain—while being dismissed by traditional doctors.

    Her journey of suffering not only drew her closer to Christ but also ignited her mission to help others overcome hormone imbalances, brain fog, and energy crashes.

    Together, Alex and Heidi explore:
    -Why “normal” lab results don’t always mean you’re healthy
    -The crucial differences between conventional (branches) and functional (roots) medicine
    -How toxins, stress, and lifestyle choices influence epigenetics and chronic illness
    -The spiritual cost of poor health—and how it keeps believers from fully living their calling
    -Practical steps to restore energy, balance hormones, and walk in freedom
    -Whether you’re discouraged by your own health struggles or curious how faith and functional medicine intersect, this conversation offers both hope and a roadmap forward.

    👉 Be sure to grab Heidi’s Brain and Hormone Optimization Guide (link in the show notes) for your next steps.

    🕑 Episode Timestamps
    0:00 – Welcome & prayer
    5:40 – Meet Heidi Cooper – Her background & mission
    13:30 – Heidi’s valley & testimony – From Hashimoto’s to healing
    21:00 – Why you still feel crummy when “labs are fine”
    28:15 – Pain to purpose – How suffering deepened her walk with God
    33:00 – Stewardship, bondage, and health in the church
    40:20 – Brain & Hormone Optimization Guide – Practical tools for listeners
    43:30 – Starting with Cooper Health Solutions – Assessments & labs
    49:40 – Conventional vs. functional medicine – Alex’s “tree” metaphor
    57:10 – Stewardship costs & investments – Eggs vs. Lucky Charms lesson
    1:01:30 – Living differently from the world – Joshua’s declaration applied to health
    1:03:20 – Speaking to the discouraged listener – Heidi’s heartfelt encouragement
    1:04:30 – Virtual coaching & resources – How to connect with Heidi 1:05:20 – Closing prayer & blessing

    Show Resources:
     Visit https//:BetterDaily.live/devo to explore the Faithful Fitness Devotional
    👥 Join our Better Daily community: https://betterdaily.live/invite
     Subscribe and share the Faithful Fitness Podcast with someone walking through suffering or looking to serve through their fitness

    🙌 Connect with Heidi
    Free Resource: https://get.cooperhealthsolutions.com/brain-and-hormone-ebook
    Cooper Health Solutions: https://cooperhealthsolutions.com/
    Follow Heidi on social media: https://www.instagram.com/skinsideout_heidicooper/

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.
    Más Menos
    56 m
Todavía no hay opiniones