Season 12

"What does 'full of grace' mean?"

Dec. 30, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫"Take up as little space as possible"🚫

Dec. 28, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫"Leave your problems at the door"🚫

Dec. 23, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫"Check out the before and after pictures"🚫

Dec. 21, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫"I'll start (or start back) in January"🚫

Dec. 16, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫"Don't quit"🚫

Dec. 14, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫"I'll gain weight if I don't exercise"🚫

Dec. 9, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

🚫 "Don't show me your plan show me your results" 🚫

Dec. 7, 2021

During the month of December I'm sharing some honorable mentions to my book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules. Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook…

Five non-weight reasons to keep moving during the holidays

Nov. 30, 2021

If you've read my book, Your Worthy Body, you know I'm trying to change our mindset about exercise. Specifically, my hope is we stop trying to "work off dessert." However, I do hope you remain active during this holiday seas…

How Intuitive Eating may give you the grace and freedom you need

Nov. 23, 2021

Today I'm speaking with Erin Todd of the Intuitive Eating for Christian Women podcast. We dig into what Intuitive Eating is, the fear surrounding it, and she gently and gracefully guides me through my own misconceptions abou…

"How do I talk to my child about their weight?" with Michelle Nietert, LPC

Nov. 16, 2021

I don’t know if you got the memo on this, but parenting is tricky. And hard. And particularly difficult as it relates to our children and their body size. If you’ve been with me for any amount of time you know I’m a big beli…

How to celebrate accomplishments

Nov. 11, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Have an Ask the Trainer question? email me: Amy.connell@gracedhealth.com OR …

How to create a weekly dinner ritual to nourish your family

Nov. 9, 2021

In chapter seven of my new book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules, I share how I fiercely guard our Sunday night family-dinner ritual. If you've been thinking about nourishing your family wi…

Why should I buy the book today?

Nov. 4, 2021

Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules is launching TODAY! If you're thinking, "I'll make a note and order it when I can," here are three reasons why today is a great day to order some grace. Read…

Sneak Peek: Hear the Introduction to my new book, Your Worthy Body

Nov. 2, 2021

Ready to receive more balance, freedom and grace in your health? I'm ready for you to have that, too. Today I'm sharing the introduction of my new book, Your Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the Rules . Th…

What is "highly palatable?"

Oct. 28, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Have an Ask the Trainer question? email me: Amy.connell@gracedhealth.com OR …

The Graced Health Podcast Statement of Values

Oct. 26, 2021

After a 176 episodes of the Graced Health podcast, I thought it might be worth formally identifying the values of this podcast and sharing them with you. These values are something I’ve discovered as I’ve stumbled through th…

What should I look for in a personal trainer?

Oct. 21, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Have an Ask the Trainer question? email me: Amy.connell@gracedhealth.com OR …

Amy and her friend Camisha discuss Black body image

Oct. 19, 2021

Sometimes God puts just the right person in your life at just the right time. I have several friends who fit into this category, including my friend Camisha Broussard. We have spent hours on the sidewalks of our neighborhood…

What's the one thing about bikers that drives Amy crazy?

Oct. 14, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Have an Ask the Trainer question? email me: Amy.connell@gracedhealth.com OR …

How do I know if my loved one is dealing with an eating disorder?

Oct. 12, 2021

Do you know the difference between eating disorders and disordered eating? I didn’t but learned that I probably would have been classified under disordered eating several years ago. If you’ve listened to episode 2 of this po…

How Health at Every Size Increases Peace and Respect within your body

Oct. 5, 2021

I’ve been very open about my body image struggles in the past, and truthfully still dip into that every now and then. The more I’ve learned about health, though, the more convinced I am that one of the reasons for my own and…

What is proper running form?

Sept. 30, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following all the so-called ‘rules…

The Untold Stories Behind Your Worthy Body Walks Playlist

Sept. 28, 2021

My new book, Your Worthy Body, offers a resource for almost every chapter. These include recipes, journal prompts, and workout videos (LOTS of videos: four foundational tutorials, three 5-minute warm up and cool down, three…

What track workouts do you recommend?

Sept. 23, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following all the so-called ‘rules…

Find clarity in the midst of crisis, depression, and anxiety with Dr. Patrice Berry

Sept. 21, 2021

How are you feeling about the transition out of covid life to our “new normal?” Excited? Cautious? Anxious? All of the above? My guest today, Dr. Patrice Berry, is a clinical psychologist who is here to help guide us through…

How should I stretch before a track workout?

Sept. 16, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following al…

How fasting may benefit and strengthen your faith

Sept. 14, 2021

About two years ago I realized that just like I needed to change my workouts as I got older, I needed to change how I ate. One of the adjustments I’ve made is to include time restricted eating, or intermittent fasting, into …

What is basic track etiquette?

Sept. 9, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following al…

How Mr. Universe Ron Williams learned to be a champion off the stage

Sept. 7, 2021

Today I’m speaking with Ron Williams. I don’t even know how to begin introducing him. He’s an internationally decorated bodybuilder, former Mr. Universe, Former Professor of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition, Pastor, Master …

Why should I do a track workout?

Sept. 2, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following al…

5 impactful words and phrases you need to remove from your vocabulary

Aug. 31, 2021

In today's solo episode, I offer five impactful words and phrases you need to remove from your vocabulary. Yes, I realize this is more negative sounding than many of my headlines, but I also think we need to be aware of the …

Why don't my workouts leave me sore anymore?

Aug. 26, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following al…

How to get a natural makeup look after 40

Aug. 24, 2021

I do not consider myself to be interested in makeup. For me, it’s a means to an end, and if you follow me on the socials you know I am not afraid of showing my face without makeup. But as my skin has aged I’ve found I apprec…

BONUS: Your Story Matters: Why You Can't Leave the Past in the Past

Aug. 20, 2021

"I'm just going to leave the past in the past and move on." Emily Baker begs to differ. Our past has profound effects on our mental health, and she wants to help you heal from these. In this bonus episode of the Graced Healt…

Should I exercise before or after work

Aug. 19, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not foll…

Christians: Why you may need to rethink your perspective on meditation

Aug. 17, 2021

For some Christians there’s a hesitancy to participate in meditation as many think it’s too new-age or woo-woo. That’s why I’m thrilled to bring back Neuropsychologist Dr. Michelle Bengtson to discuss meditation from a Chris…

How do I get rid of these flabby arms?

Aug. 12, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not foll…

How to prepare (and keep a pulse on) your child's mental health as they launch into their next season

Aug. 10, 2021

If you have a child who is launching this year or in the next few years, pull out your notes and get ready. My guest today, Connecticut-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker Elissa Costello, brings applicable tools, resource…

Are potatoes bad for me?

Aug. 5, 2021

Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together. Watch on YouTube here. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not foll…

High intensity benefits over 40 you don't know about

Aug. 3, 2021

Author, Fitness Educator, and Podcaster, Pete McCall joins the show again to share some of the surprising benefits that high intensity (and power) workouts have in people over 40. Whether your regularly incorporate HIIT trai…