Episodes

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 full-length workouts, and 32 demo movements.) One of the resources I offer is a playlist for you to listen to while you walk. One of the chapters is titled "Walking isn't a real workout," and I break that rule so many of us believe with the latest science. Even if you don't...

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’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per mont...

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 this time. She gives us so many nuggets of wisdom and resources throughout this conversation and I know it’s going to bless you. We discuss: How good days and bad days can exist at the same time How Tik Tok has become a great platform to serve people The mindset of being...

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 all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (...

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 my daily eating. My guest today, Jill Dobrowansky joins today to discuss faith and fasting and her new book of the same name. What I really love his her gentle approach to the fasting and the integration of it and her relationship with the Lord. Her book, Faith & Fasting con...

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 all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (...

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 Fitness Trainer for the Army, Author of several books, including Faith & Fat Loss, Developer of the Iron Chest Master and personal coach. But what’s so incredible is Ron’s humility and humbleness. His faith is clearly the cornerstone of all he has done. If you saw him you mig...

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 all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (...

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 words we are saying and how they impact ourselves and others. Tune in for a grace-filled challenge! Episodes mentioned Raising Our Daughters with a Healthy Body Image (season 3) Nutrition and Body Image Lessons to my Teenage Self (season 6) What four generations can teach u...

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 all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (o...

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 appreciate the value it brings when I do want to look like I’m put together. Ironically, I now need more makeup to get that no-makeup look. If any of that resonates, you will appreciate today’s conversation with professional makeup artist Stephanie Leonard. We discuss: Makeup tr...

"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 Health Podcast, Emily shares: - what story work is - why, in the midst of all the current trauma, do we need to revisit stories from our past - how naming the harm of yesterday can heal us today - the opportunity she offers to help you heal from your past trauma to help your rel...

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 following all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly jo...

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 Christian perspective. Dr. Michelle Bengtson is an international speaker, national and international media resource on mental health, and the author of three bestselling, award-winning books: “Hope Prevails: Insights From A Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression,” “Hope Pre...

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 following all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly j...

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, resources, and provides wonderful direction for parents who are getting ready to send their child off into their next chapter. At one point I told her I could feel my shoulders relaxing about the whole process, as I’m sending my firstborn off into the world in a year. And then she ha...

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 following all the so-called ‘rules’ of healthy living? Would you like to break some of these rules with me? My new free download combats several health rules we've heard and gives you a bonus rule to keep. Get yours at GracedHealth.com/badrules Receive my e-mail only monthly jo...

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 training or aren't quite sure if you want to try it, you'll want to hear some of the latest research surrounding it (and don't miss Pete's caution about doing it too much!). We discuss: - The benefit to your skin - Cognitive function and the relationship it has with intensity tr...