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The Power Source PodcastEpisode 5: Chosen - Our Family’s Adoption Journey (w/ Amy Smith)In this special episode of The Power Source Podcast, Jason is joined by his wife of 28 years, Amy Smith, for one of the most personal and heartfelt conversations yet.Together, they share their journey of adoption...the prayers, the waiting, the miracles, and the overwhelming goodness of God that led them to their two incredible sons, Landon and Sawyer.💬 In this episode, Jason & Amy talk about:How God redirected their path toward adoptionThe powerful stories behind both Landon and Sawyer’s adoptionsWhat it means to be “chosen” in God’s familyEncouragement for families walking through seasons of waitingThis isn’...
2025-10-1642 min
The Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 114 Behind the Scenes of My Book Setback (and Why I’m Not Quitting)Send us a textFit Sister, ever hit a wall when you were doing everything “right”? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m sharing the unexpected setback in my Get Fit on Purpose book launch! And the good news: it’s only delayed by a week! God’s timing is perfect, even when ours gets disrupted.I’m opening up and sharing three powerful ways you can persevere through trials and setbacks, whether it’s in your fitness, your faith, or a God-given dream. If you’ve ever felt like quitting, this is your reminder that delays don’t can...
2025-05-2826 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 108 Sweet Victory: Breaking Sugar Cravings with God's StrengthSend us a textFit Sister, are sugar cravings sabotaging your health and focus? In this episode, we're diving into the hidden dangers of excess sugar and why it's crucial to break free from its grip.Breaking free from sugar cravings isn't easy, but Jesus is with us every step of the way. I've faced my own struggles with sugar, and it's only by leaning on His grace and taking small action steps day by day that I've found strength to overcome.Discover how sugar affects your body, mind, and spirit with:
2025-02-1941 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 101 Look What Jesus Did! Carla and Amber's Inspiring Stories of Hope and HealingSend us a textAw fit sister in Christ Jesus, you are going to be so encouraged and inspired today. Nothing is impossible with God! I can't wait for you to listen to my conversation with Amber and Carla, the sweetest of friends and family in the Lord! Both Amber and Carla graduated from the Discipleship program at the Dream Center in Los Angeles, California, and are now part of the staff at the DC! They love getting to serve others who are struggling in life or have lost their way.We all can use...
2024-12-0427 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 92 Checking In + 3 Quick Tips to Trek Your Fitness Mountain with JesusSend us a textHey fit sisters in Christ! Here is just a quick episode to check-in with ya and share what Tim and I are doing this week. I also share the vision God gave me of our fitness journeys, along with 3 tips to stay on track with the Lord.Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And, thank you so much for listening and sharing this podcast with other sisters in Jesus! You are the heart of this ministry!✨SHOW NOTES AND LINKS✨HERE IT IS...
2024-09-2519 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 91 | 5 Tips to Snack Smarter + The Worst Foods for Your GutSend us a textFit sister, Are you a grazer or a snacker?- Do you eat out of boredom, stress, or habit?- Do you hit a mid-afternoon slump and reach for the caffeine, sugary drink, candy, cookie, or chip for a quick pick-me-up?- Do you find yourself eating out of the bag of Doritos or reaching for the Ben and Jerry's at night while watching your favorite show or scrolling social media?How about your gut? Is it healthy? Do you know which foods to stay away and which...
2024-09-1146 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 90 The 5-Step Christian Fitness Way! How to Get Going and Keep Going in Your Journey with Jesus ✝️💪Send us a textI'm excited for this talk today! Fit Sister, if you are hungry for Jesus and to live above the noise and distractions of this world... if you are passionate for God and to live your best life in Him so that you can make a difference with your life and build His Kingdom... if you thrive with Spirit-filled encouragement and motivation in your fitness journey in body, mind, and spirit... don't miss this episode!I prayed and God delivered, as always. He gave me five simple, but profound, winning steps that...
2024-08-2847 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 89 | 10 Big Clean Eating Tips to Help You Succeed in Your Health JourneySend us a textFit sister, I am passionate about your health and fitness in Jesus! In today's episode, I share 10 clean eating tips that have helped change my life and the women I coach. We don't need more rules and fads; we need simplicity and no-nonsense truths. It's time to get back to the basics of God's Word and in alignment with the way He created our bodies - our miraculous machines. Like never before, it's time to take back our health and fitness and thrive in the journey with Christ! If you're tired of feeling...
2024-08-2149 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 88 | 3 Tips to Get Back on Track on Your Christian Fitness JourneySend us a textFit sisters, the most successful disciples of Christ need Jesus. Amen? What separates us isn't our willpower or motivation, it's our dedicated faith in our Lord. When He is number one in our hearts, we must move forward. He gives us the will and the Way.With summer wrapping up and kids going back to school, it's time to start exercising again and get back into a healthy routine. We don't need more willpower, we need God's power and smart strategies to start again. In today's episode I share three of...
2024-08-0728 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 87 | 10 Bible Steps to Lose the Weight Now!Send us a textThese 10 Bible steps have helped me in my fitness and wholeness journey with Jesus to aim for my healthiest, strongest and most ideal body weight in Christ, and it's helped countless of other women, too. God's way is the best way to sustainable weight loss for a lifetime. These biblical steps, tips, principles and rules work for all ages and stages of life. They will help you achieve your God-honoring goals while staying true to your heart after the Lord through His way of eating and living. I can't wait for you to...
2024-07-2441 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 86 Are You Gaining Weight? Listen to This!Send us a textFit sisters, if you're gaining weight (or having a hard time losing the weight) and you're feeling frustrated, today's episode is for you! I have been on my own journey of ups and downs with the scale, but praise God, it doesn't have a hold on me AND, I know how to do something about it.Whether it's weight gain from perimenopause or menopause or your body is just changing due to being a woman, this episode will encourage you and give you practical tips that you can do now to...
2024-07-1739 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 85 | 3 Scriptures to Get Out of a Summer SlumpSend us a textToday I'm diving right into three scriptures that can help us fight the urge to sit, settle, give in, or give up, and get our spirit, soul, and body out of a summer slump. You and I CAN stay focused on our big 'why' for getting fit God's way and do the work even while enjoying the summer rest, relaxation, and activities.Instead of trying in our own strength, we must fire ourselves up in the Lord, from the inside-out, by plugging our hearts into the True Power Source, Jesus Christ...
2024-07-1130 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 84 | 10 Tips to Live Fit in JesusSend us a textWhat a gift from God to celebrate life in every season and live it fit to the glory of God!Join me for this episode where I share 10 practical tips to get fit and stay fit over the summer months and in all seasons.Because it’s all about the steps!God will bring the results as we do the small things in His grace and with a heart that desires to please Him. He is faithful! Let’s choose a mindset that moves forward with grit and...
2024-07-0353 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 83 | 7 Summer Christian Fitness DeclarationsSend us a textSummer is here! And in today's episode, I'm getting right to the point: as disciples of Jesus, we must keep moving forward in our fitness journeys ~ spirit, mind, and body ~ no matter the season.I've been feeling the pull to give in to the tired feelings and give a little less. After all, this last fall, winter and spring have been extremely busy and full. But, thankfully, the Holy Spirit doesn't take a seasonal rest and constantly spurs me forward so I may encourage you. While the summer months can make...
2024-06-1228 min
The NFP PodcastEpisode 2: Amy's NFP StoryJoin us for an enlightening episode as host Amy takes us on her journey through her experience with natural family planning (NFP). In this candid and heartfelt discussion, Amy shares the highs and lows, the challenges, and the triumphs she encountered while embracing this holistic approach to family planning. Discover how Amy's decision to explore NFP transformed her understanding of her own body, enhanced her relationship with her husband, and aligned with her values. She opens up about the practical aspects of charting cycles, the learning curve involved, and the emotional and physical benefits that came along the way.
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2024-06-1252 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 82 Addicted, Homeless, Lost, Hopeless... Amber and Ruben's Incredible Jesus Story!Send us a textToday's episode is a must-listen that has the potential to change your life or someone you love! You will be blown away by my special guests' stories and the power of God to save us out of the darkest of situations and deepest of pits.Last week, Tim and I were blessed to be back at the Los Angeles Dream Center to serve, a 24/7 hospital-turned-church that never sleeps, but pours out the love and compassion of Jesus for those who suffer from life-devastating situations, homelessness, addictions, depression, anxiety, and abuse. I h...
2024-06-0541 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 81 Dream Again with Pastor Matthew Barnett of the LA Dream CenterSend us a textFit sister, I’m so excited for you to listen to today’s episode. If you have a big God-sized goal or dream, don’t miss this one. My special guest and one of my heroes of the faith, Pastor Matthew Barnett, founder of the original Dream Center in Los Angeles, shares how God can do the greatest of things when we surrender our wills for His and dream big!Thank you from my heart for listening. Please share this podcast and episode with other winning warrior women, like you! Please help me...
2024-05-2932 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 80 | 5 Fitness Summer & Travel Tips + 6 Affirmations in JesusSend us a textFit sister, I have so much on my heart today and an urgency to get it out. In this episode I share it, along with, six affirmations with scriptures to speak over ourselves and five fitness summer and travel tips to keep us on track. Life is just too short to not live it to the fullest for Jesus and those we love. We are blessed to carry the name of Jesus and build the Kingdom. Amen.The enemy wants us to feel tired and overwhelmed by the pressures of our...
2024-05-2229 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 79 | 3 Simple Daily Habits to Success, God's WaySend us a textYou can win the day the Jesus way! Let me share with you three simple, but powerful, daily habits that have changed my life and will change yours, too. I'm excited for you to listen and to get your feedback. Tell me which habits are a part of your daily life and how they have impacted you. And, I'll be sure to share on my next episode.Your time to shine for Jesus is now! Embrace these three habits, make them a part of your daily life, and experience more happiness...
2024-05-1542 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 78 | 4 Powerful Ways to Overcome Self-Sabotage with JesusSend us a textToday's episode is a continuation from last week's Spirit-filled episode and for the fit sister in Christ who needs that extra push and encouragement to stop letting self-sabotage keep her from reaching her fitness and health goals, God's way, and to let her know that she is not alone. The amazing news is that we have a loving Father and a living Savior who journeys with us in every step. He wants us to be free. He will help make a way.In today's episode, I share the 4 F's t...
2024-05-0845 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 77 Beat Self-Sabotage & Win the Battle Over Your Fitness & Health, God's WaySend us a textToday's episode is for the fit sister in Christ who needs that extra push and encouragement to stop letting self-sabotage keep her from reaching her fitness and health goals, God's way, and to let her know that she is not alone. The amazing news is that we have a loving Father and a living Savior who journeys with us in every step. He wants us to be free. He will help make a way.I pray this episode inspires your heart and fires up your soul to seek the L...
2024-05-0239 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 76 Naked & Healthy with Dave & Ashley WillisSend us a textFit family, super duper excited! Dave and Ashley Willis are my guests on the show today!!! We had so much fun talking about Jesus, marriage, fitness and health, nakedness in marriage (watch out for Tim haha), and more! Can't wait for you to listen!Thank you so much Dave and Ashley! You all are the best!Thank you so much to you, too! Thank you for listening and being a part of this journey! Please be sure to share this episode. And, if you haven't subscribed, left a rating and...
2024-04-2439 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 75 Love Your Body God's Way with Gina BirkemeierSend us a textDo you struggle with loving your body in a way that honors Jesus? How can we break free from old patterns, thoughts, and behaviors so we may rewrite our healing stories with the Lord?Today on the show, with my AMAZING, special guest, we’ll be addressing these questions candidly. It is God who brings dark things to light so we may truly be healed and walk in freedom in Christ!Gina is an author, speaker, and therapist, specializing in trauma. And, she wholeheartedly loves the Lord. She will bol...
2024-04-1745 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 74 Jesus & Fitness Fun Talk with My Daughter RyleeSend us a textI’ve been asking Rylee, my beautiful, Jesus-loving daughter, to be on the podcast for MONTHS… today is the day!So excited for you to check out our conversation! We talk about Jesus (of course), growing up, weight loss journey, discipline, and more. So much fun!Fit sister, would you please share this podcast? Help me get the word out - there is freedom, joy, peace, and power in our fitness - spirit, mind, and body in JESUS. Amen!✨SHOW NOTES AND LINKS✨Warrio...
2024-04-1032 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 73 | 5 Tips to Drop the Diet Mentality & the WeightSend us a textHey fit sister in Christ! God cares about every area of our lives, including our weight loss journey and fitness. He wants to partner with you and help you succeed in every season. He cares deeply about you and wants you to be well and whole.Are you tired of diets and quick-fix programs that promise fast-results only to gain the weight back and more? Do you struggle with losing the weight for good? And how do you lose it with God's help anyway? Today I am sharing 5 tips we can...
2024-04-0441 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 72 | 8 Steps to Lose the Weight for Good with GodSend us a textHey fit sister in Christ! God cares about every area of our lives, including our weight loss journey and fitness. He wants to partner with you and help you succeed in every season. He cares deeply about you and wants you to be well and whole.Do you struggle with losing the weight for good? And how do you lose it with God's help anyway? Today I am sharing 8 steps we can start taking today to lose the weight and the weight that's holding us back, for good.Thank...
2024-03-2829 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 71 | 10 Tips to Help You Start Your Fitness Journey (& Start Again)Send us a textHey fit sister in Christ! Thank you so much for listening to today’s episode. Can’t wait to encourage you to get started in your fitness journey with Jesus or get started again! Every day is a new day. We must choose to say yes and show up. Praise Him that we can and get to! (Phil 4:13)To the amazing Jesus girl who is working on her fitness, God’s way… The devil is trying to frustrate and discourage you because he knows God's going to help you win this battle. A...
2024-03-2029 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 70 | 10 Scriptures to Power Your "Fitness" PerseveranceSend us a textWho needs some motivation and inspiration from God and His Word in your fitness journey to help you keep going forward? Today's episode is filled with the encouragement of the LORD so that you may persevere and not give up when challenges, setbacks, and failures come. (Because, how many of us know that they always do?)I'm pumped to share these 10 Powerful Scriptures with you to help spur you onward and upward into God's 'greater' for your life, and in your fitness - body, mind, and spirit. With Jesus right by...
2024-03-1435 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp 69 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - PROP Never Give Up!Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! 🎉 I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We're continuing in our 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out in late Spring 2024: “Get Fit On Purpose” (check out below how you can help me get this message out and preorder the book!). Do you want to thrive in your life and in your relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to...
2024-03-0732 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 68 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - Grow in the Dark 🪴Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! 🎉 I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We're continuing in our 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out in late Spring 2024: “Get Fit On Purpose” (check out below how you can help me get this message out and preorder the book!). Do you want to thrive in your life and in your relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to...
2024-03-0140 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 67 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - Run to Win with Joy 🏆Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! 🎉 I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We're continuing in our 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out later this Spring: “Get Fit On Purpose” (check out below how you can help me get this message out and preorder the book!). Do you want to thrive in your life and in your relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to...
2024-02-2129 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 66 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - Set Your Face Like Flint 🛡️Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! 🎉 I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We're continuing in our 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out later this Spring: “Get Fit On Purpose” (check out below how you can help me get this message out and preorder the book!). Do you want to thrive in your life and in your relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to...
2024-02-1529 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 65 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - Make Sweat Happen 💪Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! 🎉 I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We're continuing in our 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out later this Spring: “Get Fit On Purpose” (check out below how you can help me get this message out and preorder the book!). Do you want to thrive in your life and in your relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to...
2024-02-0842 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 64 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - Get Your Mind Right 🙌Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! 🎉 I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We’re kicking off a 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out later this Spring: “Get Fit On Purpose” (check out below how you can help me get this message out and preorder the book!). Do you want to thrive in your life and relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to lose...
2024-02-0144 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 63 Get Fit On Purpose Book Series - Warrior Up ✝️Send us a textFit Sister, it’s time to Warrior Up! I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode! We’re kicking off a 7-week series based off of my new book that comes out later this Spring: “Get Fit On Purpose”. Do you want to thrive in your life and relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to lose the weight that’s truly been holding you back (I don’t just mean the phy...
2024-01-2536 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 62 HUGE Announcement! Today is the Day 🙌Send us a textFit Sister, Today is the day! I'm announcing the release of my first book - a God-sized, ONLY You can make this happen, Jesus, dream - "Get Fit On Purpose / 7 Daily Actions to Win the Battle in Your Body, Mind, and Spirit". This one is for you!Do you want to thrive in your life and relationship with your Heavenly Father? Do you want to make impact with your life for time and eternity, blessing your King Jesus? Do you want to lose the weight that’s truly been holding you ba...
2024-01-1829 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 61 Win the Year! God has More for You in 2024Send us a textHappy New Year Blessings, Fit Sister! Today, I'm speaking passionately about positioning yourself for victory in your body, mind, and spirit, and 4 ways to receive MORE of what Jesus has for you in 2024. The enemy wants to keep God's daughters down and defeated. But, with God ALL things are possible. Get your hopes up. Your Lord and Savior is in the business of doing something new!Isn't it crazy how feelings come and go and motivation fizzles fast? The struggles are real. But with Jesus, a believing mindset, a clear plan...
2024-01-0437 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 60 | Make it the Best Christmas & New Year! 4 Quick TipsSend us a textMerry Christmas and New Year, dear FIT friend! If you're feeling burned out, tired, overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed, let me encourage you with 4 quick tips to help you be present this holiday season and to make the most of your time with family and friends.In today's episode, I'm sharing 4 tips:1. Treasure Jesus in your heart.2. Make time for that workout... even 10 minutes is better than no minutes. It WILL make a big difference.3. Decide before the opportunity arises to NOT get offended.4. Know your worth in...
2023-12-2031 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 59 | 10 Ways to Overcome Loss & Move ForwardSend us a textOn today's episode, I am sharing 10 things God has taught me over the past year and through my sweet Mom's passing. If you are going through a season of loss - the death of a loved one, a divorce, a sickness in your body or in someone's you love, a terminated job or dream, a relational hardship, financial struggle - there is hope in Jesus. And, there are practical ways to think and move forward. Let your heart be open to what the Holy Spirit may say, and make an intentional action plan. O...
2023-12-1340 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 58 | 7 Fitness Excuses & How to Overcome ThemSend us a textJoin me for some fired-up coaching to get us out of our own way and into a lifestyle of fitness, God’s way, enjoying the journey and process. We GET to workout! Amen?!Today, I’m sharing 7 top fitness excuses we ALL have thought or said at one time or the other:1. Time2. I’m just not motivated or disciplined3. It’s too hard4. I’m too old or too far gone5. I don’t have the money6. It’s taking too long. Fitness doesn’t work for me.
2023-12-0638 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 57 How to Enjoy Food & Beat Gluttony, Part 2Send us a textFor those who have the guts to listen to this episode, especially during the holidays, because they’re HUNGRIER for more of Jesus than for the food that never satisfies ~ I see you! And, I thank you! This episode is a great reminder for all of us ANY time of the year. If you’re like me and you’ve struggled with gluttony or you’ve fallen into the spiritual rut of overeating and undereating cycles, you don’t want to miss today’s show.I share the truth about gluttony and the wake...
2023-11-2935 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 56 How to Enjoy Food & Beat Gluttony, Part 1Send us a textFor those who have the guts to listen to this episode, especially during the holidays, because they’re HUNGRIER for more of Jesus than for the food that never satisfies ~ I see you! And, I thank you! This episode is a great reminder for all of us ANY time of the year. If you’re like me and you’ve struggled with gluttony or you’ve fallen into the spiritual rut of overeating and undereating cycles, you don’t want to miss today’s show.I share the truth about gluttony and the wake...
2023-11-2231 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 55 How to Make Peace with the Scale & See Progress, God's WaySend us a textWho needs some encouragement and truth when it comes to the dreaded scale? Who’s tired of it messing with your head and sabotaging your progress and goals?It’s true that keeping a healthy body weight is beneficial for internal health and helps fight the risk of developing metabolic syndrome and weight-related chronic diseases. But what is a healthy body weight and what does the scale NOT tell us. Today on the show, I’m talking about this and much more. I’m addressing 4 big problems with the scale tha...
2023-11-1535 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 54 | 9 Tips to Blast the Belly FatSend us a textI am so happy and blessed you're here! Welcome to "The Warrior Up Podcast" where we focus on spiritual, mental and physical fitness and health with Jesus at the center.Today's episode is motivation and encouragement to push you through the holiday season (or anytime you may feel too busy to put your fitness and health at the forefront) and inspiration to move you forward in Christ. It's all about intentionality AND grace. I am also sharing 9 practical tips to help you blast belly fat. It's not as hard a...
2023-11-0837 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 53 | 7 Body Image Triggers & How to Overcome in JesusSend us a textGod made you. He loves you. He designed and destined you. You are not the number on the scale or the size of clothes you wear. You are fearfully and wonderfully made.. Psalm 139:14Your Creator made you in His image and designed you to do good works. He didn't make you to be mediocre. But, girl, this is gonna take some confidence, Amen? And, true God-confidence and courage in your skin.No wonder the enemy fights us so hard and relentlessly at the core of our identity.T...
2023-11-0141 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 52 Warrior Sister, Roar! with Marty MeyerSend us a textFit sister, today is an episode you don't want to miss! If you have ever struggled with painful and broken situations... if you're tired of striving or feeling weary and fearful... if you can relate to loss, anxiety, depression, and hopelessness... today's show is a must-listen!Marty and I share deep places of pain and struggle and the hope and healing that can only come through Jesus Christ and His mighty love. He wants to shower you with His compassion, renew your identity, and empower you to live an abundant life...
2023-10-2536 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp 51. 10 Bible Verses to Build Your God-Confidence & Self-WorthSend us a textWe're being bombarded daily with images all around us that can cause us to feel unworthy, unloved, and not enough. The comparison trap is a real thing. Our past insecurities and failures, too, can leave us believing we'll never measure up, let alone, fulfill our God-given dreams.Fit Sister, if this rings true for you in any way or for someone you know and love, listen to this episode to understand the enemy's lies and God's loving truths. We need to be alert to the enemy's deceptions through the world's system, a...
2023-10-1830 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 50 How Cathy Embraced Her Pain and Found Healing in JesusSend us a textIt’s amazing what we can learn from one another, Fit sisters! Many of us have been through traumatizing situations in our youth or hardships in our teen and adult years that have caused us to battle with food addictions, our weight, and self-value. These circumstances can truly affect us into our ‘now’.Today on the podcast, my sweet and strong Warrior sister and friend, Cathy, takes us back to the start where her comfort with food began. Through ups and downs with her weight and health, she has fou...
2023-10-1134 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 49 Your Step By Step Health Transformation Checklist + ABC's to Getting Fit, God's WaySend us a textFit Sister, I believe this episode is going to help you be inspired in the Lord Jesus to take charge of your health and to have some clear action steps you can take today to do just that.Listen to this when you want to be fired up to live your best life in God and when you need reasons to drop the excuses, and instead, keep moving forward in your health and fitness journey - body, mind and spirit.To hear all the good stuff, be sure to...
2023-10-0438 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 48 How to Heal in Difficult Seasons and Find Our Anchor in God with Laureen TrujilloSend us a textGod turns deserts into oceans and graves into gardens. He takes the most desolate situations and turns them into flourishing blessings when we surrender them to Him. This is what He did for me and what He’s done in the life of my super special guest, Laureen Trujillo.This episode will encourage and challenge you to find everything you need in Jesus alone. When you have nothing left, you’ll find that He is all you need.Laureen and I talk about childhood trauma, the dangers of comparison, the...
2023-09-2736 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 47 How to Conquer Daily Pressures and Beat Self-DefeatSend us a textDo you ever feel so overwhelmed with the pressures of the day and a full list of to-dos? Do you struggle with the juggle of balancing faith, family, health and fitness, relationships, work, and so much more? Do you ever feel like there's not enough time in the day, energy to go around, or strength to accomplish your God-goals and dreams? Well, Fit Sister, this episode is just for you!In this episode, I share some of my struggles with the areas where I feel the most pressure, and helpful tips...
2023-09-2059 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 46 Valerie's Weight Loss and 'Life Gain' Story! How She Did It with Jesus and FitnessSend us a textFit Sister, you are meant to hear this. On today’s episode, I share an authentic and vulnerable talk with Valerie Baumann a Jesus-loving wife, mom, hair stylist and educator, business owner, musician, and worshiper.Valerie opens her heart and shares how she found her worth in Jesus and the freedom to lose the weight for good, God’s way.Be encouraged. Discover healing, inspiration, and hope for change, from the inside out, through Valerie’s amazing fitness journey & story! Be sure to share this episode with a sister, too! ❤️...
2023-09-1331 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 45 Are You Ready for a Reset with Amy and Tim?Send us a textWho’s ready for a RESET? I sure am. And, I’m so grateful for you and fresh starts and new hope in Jesus!If you’re ready to take your fitness and health to a whole new level, God’s way; if you NEED a plan that’s doable, plus, motivation, encouragement, support, AND accountability to help get you there; if you’re hungry for more of Jesus and desperate to line your life with biblical principles and the Holy Spirit’s guidance; if you’re tired of feeling tired and unmotivated...
2023-09-0637 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 44 Quick Tips: Meal Planning, Grocery Shopping, & Cooking HealthySend us a textIt’s a struggle for us all — breaking free from food strongholds, getting out of a rut with bad eating habits, finding and making the time to plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals, dealing with our own pits of failure, guilt and shame. And, the list goes on. What’s a warrior girl for Jesus to do?In this episode I share an abundance of scriptures that point us to the hope in Christ alone. We CAN get free and find ways to create the time to fuel our bodies and move t...
2023-08-3044 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 43 | 5 Traps the Devil Uses to Sabotage Your Fitness & Health GoalsSend us a textI pray for you today, amazing Fit sister, that God gives you the desire and strength to exercise your body and eat with self-control, in a way that pleases Him.The struggles with working out and eating healthy are real. We have a true enemy who hates us and works to weaken our faith, derail our security and worth in Jesus, and sabotage our goals of living our best life in Him.Awareness is key! In this episode, I share 5 traps the devil uses to slow us down and...
2023-08-2340 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 42 Coaching with Amy + Tips to Lose Body Fat FastSend us a textThis episode is just for YOU, Warrior sister, in this very season! The devil is trying to stop you because of the amazing plans the Lord has for you! But, don’t give up hope or settle. You CAN live your most abundant life in Jesus AND be ALL that He created you to be!I understand struggles. I’ve been schooled by life. But, I know, too, of the goodness and grace of a God who never let’s go. He is able. What He’s done for others...
2023-08-1632 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 41 Coaching with Amy: 3 Ways to Win the Day!Send us a textIn this episode, I passionately share 3 ways God has helped me win the day and live life on purpose, for purpose. You can too! Because, in Jesus, you are unstoppable!Here’s what you can expect:• The Names of God, so you can mind-shift and heart-shift your soul into right position.• How alignment is key and understanding our identity in Christ creates a godly flow in our lives• How that workout honors God and makes a huge difference in our every day living• How showing up is vital to c...
2023-08-0944 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 40 Shocking HEALTH Facts You NEED to Know + Motivation to Change in Christ!Send us a textTHIS episode may change your health and your life! It’s a must-listen and a wake up call for all of us. We MUST take our health and fitness seriously. It’s a big giant, but one that CAN be won with God’s daily help. We all can do something!Listen to this: In a breaking new report, scientists say ultra-processed foods, like, sodas, chips, candy, & donuts are addictive and dangerous and should be treated like drugs! Scientists say highly processed foods are just as addictive and harmful as CIGARETTES. (So is...
2023-08-0250 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 39 MUST LISTEN: 10 Minute Spirit-filled Motivation! Time to Move!Send us a textThe way we think and speak leads our lives. It's a BIG deal! Jesus is the absolute difference! Join me for this on-fire, Spirit-filled, 10 minute motivational message and declaration that I believe will encourage and inspire you in your fitness and health journey with the Lord - body, mind, and spirit. Take it to heart and think it and speak it from yours! This is for you! Make it your declaration and see what God will do!✨SHOW NOTES AND LINKS✨Warrior Up FitCamp OnDemand:https...
2023-07-2609 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 38 Ten Ways to Conquer Late Night EatingSend us a textDoes this ever happen to you? You wake up ready to go and eat like the Champ you are in Christ. You practice self-control, drink adequate water, get your steps in for the day, and even, get a workout in.But then… the evening comes, you finally have a moment to relax, and the first thing on your mind is a good movie and that ice cream in the freezer or chips in the cabinet. Before you know it, the container of Breyer’s is gone and that bag of chips has...
2023-07-1947 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 37 Seven Powerful Reasons to Start Lifting Now! Strong in Jesus is Beautiful!Send us a textIn Jesus, Fit Sister, you are made to be strong and courageous to the very end of your life race, this side of Heaven! In this episode, I share why it’s VITAL to add strength training to your fitness rotation and how you’re never too early or too late to the race to start.I share several lifting myths, plus, seven powerful reasons why you must get started today, and practical tips to help you start. You don’t want to miss this. Resistance training can be a true life-c...
2023-07-1243 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 36 Coaching with Amy: PUSH Until the Miracle Happens + 10 Foods that HealSend us a textYou guys! This episode is a must-listen for whenever you feel like giving up, giving in, or running away from life and its challenges. For the days you need a good butt-kicking ~ listen to this!I don't believe it's coincidence that the very name of this episode was personally put into practice as the first one I recorded failed terribly... I had to put my frustrations and feelings aside and PUSH forward IN HIS GRACE with lots of grit. This message HAD to get out!I'm here to coach a...
2023-07-0639 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 35 Fit in Christ to Serve with Pastor Matthew Barnett, Founder and Senior Pastor of LA Dream CenterSend us a textI have a very, very, VERY special guest on the show today: my friend and hero of the faith - Pastor Matthew Barnett, founder and senior pastor of the LA Dream Center and Angelus Temple in Los Angeles, California!Tim and I have had the blessing and honor of taking my Jesus-centered FitCamp workouts to the ladies of the Discipleship program and serving together at the Dream Center since 2018. This last week, we took our family, best friends, pastor, and some amazing members of our church family for a week of...
2023-06-2831 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 34 Seven Tips to Get Fit and Stay Fit This Summer (and in Every Season)Send us a textWhat a gift from God to celebrate life in every season by making fitness intentional to the glory of God!Join me for this episode where I share 7 practical tips to get fit and stay fit over the summer months (and in all seasons).Because it’s all about the steps!God will bring the results as we do the small things in His grace and with a heart that desires to please Him. He is faithful! Let’s choose a mindset that moves forward with grit and...
2023-06-2144 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 33 Our Marriage Story: From Pain and Struggle to God's Love and RedemptionSend us a textToday, I have a super guest on the show: my hubby, Tim.In this episode, we’re keeping it real and sharing some major struggles and trials and some God-sized wins, too, over the past 29 years. We’re a living testimony to the power of Jesus at work in two broken people and a desperate marriage. He alone has made ALL the difference in our lives and our family’s! He is a REDEEMING, FAITHFUL, VERY-PRESENT GOD! Amen?!After sharing one of the hardest...
2023-06-1446 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 32 From Homeless to Holy Spirit on Fire with Marty MeyerSend us a textHave you ever been through a season or circumstance that could have taken you out had it not been for Jesus? Today my very special guest, Marty Meyer, shares her story of pain and hopelessness to healing and freedom through the love of Christ.Be greatly inspired and encouraged ~ God wants to meet you, too, in your darkest moments and be your One True Love and Hope.You CAN move on and THRIVE!Marty is a passionate communicator, life coach, mentor and worship leader. She is known...
2023-06-0739 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 31 How to Vacation and Not Tip the Scale: Tips to Stay On Track while Traveling or StaycationingSend us a textThis can be your BEST vacation, summer, travel trip, or staycation EVER! God is doing a new thing in you! Get excited about the adventure!No more mindsets of: “It’s vacation, so, I’m going to put my health and fitness on the back-burner and deal with the scale later” OR “It’s too hard to stay on track with fitness and healthy eating while traveling, so, what’s the point? I’ll just start back up after vacation is over”.Listen, fit sisters 💕 That’s not the best way.. that’s not G...
2023-05-3129 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 30 Going to Another Level with Daniel Gomez InspiresSend us a textAre you hungry for God and to go to another level? Do you feel like you've been in a waiting period? Do you feel like giving less or giving up? Are you tired of doubting yourself and settling for ‘good enough’? Could you use a good and healthy dose of motivation?Award-winning motivational keynote speaker, business and executive coach, corporate trainer, and Podcast of the Year Recipient, (and my friend), Daniel Gomez, joins me for an honest and inspiring conversation to discuss all of that and so much more!We c...
2023-05-2439 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 29 Coaching with Amy + 5 Powerhouse Scriptures to Inspire Your FitnessSend us a textHey, sweet fit sister in Christ! 💕I know how challenging it is to stay in the good fight of the faith and keep moving forward. Life gets crazy busy and adds up, we suffer loss and pain, our emotions take a toll on our mental health, and distractions are everywhere.How do we stay motivated and make discipline our friend? How do we fire ourselves up and remain firm in Christ?In today's episode, I am pouring out my heart to spur you on with tons of inspiration from...
2023-05-1744 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 28 Eight Ways to Beat Hormonal Weight GainSend us a textFit sister, if you’re like me and you feel like your body is constantly changing and you struggle with hormonal weight gain, feeling bloated, and frustrated, this episode is for you!I’m giving 8 practical, overcoming tips that have truly helped me and other women to beat the battle of the bulge and to gain a sense of power and peace over the aging process with God’s help. It’s not a lost cause! There are winning things we CAN do to fight back while resting in the love and grac...
2023-05-1035 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 27 Seven Affirmations to Inspire Your Fitness and Health Every DaySend us a textHey amazing WARRIOR Sister in Christ! ✝️If you need someone to believe in you, I’m your girl! In this episode, I pour out my heart and passion to see you rise up to a new level. It may not be a glamorous topic - self-discipline - but you have it in Christ, AND, operating in it in the small, daily steps WORKS!🔅Do you ever struggle with motivation and self-discipline when it comes to your fitness and health?🔅Feel like you just don’t have time to exercise?
2023-05-0344 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 26 Building God-Confidence and Gaining Clarity with Ken JoslinSend us a textHey fit family in Jesus! Today I have a very special guest on the show. Get ready to be inspired!Ken Joslin is a former pastor who has served in some of the largest church plants and programs in the US. He is an author, incredible speaker, and the founder of Grow. Stack. Drive. He helps leaders and entrepreneurs build confidence, gain clarity, and create community. Ken’s passionate for God and to see you living your best life in Him!Get ready for some Holy Spirit fire…And, let’s move...
2023-04-2636 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 25 Living God's Dream for Your Life with Fox 2 St Louis Anchor Kim HudsonSend us a textWhat a sweet BLESSING to have my dear friend and Fox 2 St. Louis News Anchor, Kim Hudson, on the show today! You’re going to LOVE her and her heart to be used by God and to live His dream for her life!Join us for this candid, around-the-table, grab-your-coffee-or-green-tea, kind of talk, as Kim shares her story and struggles, the love of Jesus, truth about taking care of the temple, and encouragement for you to never give up on your God-given mission and dreams.Thank you so much fo...
2023-04-1942 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 24 Six Power Thoughts & Action Steps to Get Your Buns Moving!Send us a textI’m PUMPED for you to listen to today’s episode, Fit Sister in Christ! 🙏💕🔥And, it’s because I get to speak LIFE into you and help you get your buns moving out of your comfort zone and into God’s GREATER for your life!If you’ve ever struggled with negative or defeating thoughts about yourself, at ANY time, (and we ALL have at some point), please don’t skip this episode! Share it too! ❤️Rotting thoughts, like -- I can’t do that.- That’s too hard...
2023-04-1242 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 23 Christian Fitness: 10 Ways to Get Started or Start Again!Send us a textThis week I want to be your HOPE dealer!For my Warrior sister who feels these struggles:- how to even start a fitness program if you’re a beginner- how to begin again and get back on track after getting out of the habit- how to stay consistent with your goals once you start- how to begin again after weight gain and perceived failure- how to develop winning habits that last a lifetime no matter what setbacks or challenges come your wa...
2023-04-0543 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 22 You're the Best Project You'll Ever Work On! Must Listen!Send us a textHow often do you take time to take care of you? Do you find that there just isn’t enough time on most days to get your list accomplished, let alone, get that workout in or prepare healthy meals? Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself a little bit along the way? Have you stopped dreaming or setting goals? Do you need some encouraging reminders about who God is and who He says you are?This episode is for you! It’s a must listen for this very season of your li...
2023-03-2943 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 21 How to Dump Sugar & Detox with God's Help!Send us a textWho would give a big YES to this statement: THE CRAVINGS AND STRUGGLES WITH SUGAR ARE REAL ?!Fit sister, I give it a resounding “Yes!”. From my childhood on, the need for something sweet to end my day (or make it happy 😵💫) was a constant thing. I couldn’t break this kind of addiction by myself. And, it wasn’t seeking worldly wisdom alone. It was ONLY through the Holy Spirit, a wise strategy, and a doable plan that sugar no longer had me in a prison. In this episode, I’m excit...
2023-03-2244 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 20 Warrior Girl, Get Up!Send us a textFIT SISTER 💕 This episode is going to encourage you, build your faith, and make you want to shout for joy! God’s not done! He’s making you stronger! Rise up! Warrior Girl, Get Up! 🙏🔥It wasn’t supposed to happen. I was supposed to talk about dumping sugar this week. I had all the notes and was fully prepared. But God! He inspired my heart to share words of truth and life to lift you up and spur you forward. The devil is trying to wear you down, steal your joy, stop your b...
2023-03-1533 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 19 This May Be Why You Can’t Lose the Weight! Find Hope & Help Here!Send us a textDo you find it hard to lose the weight no matter what you do? Maybe you exercise and watch your calorie intake and still struggle! It can be so frustrating and discouraging! Well, today, fit sister, I'm sharing some crazy truths about some little additives in food that may be wreaking havoc on your hormones and metabolism and hindering your healthy progress. This episode may just blow your mind and help you get free!Let's go to God and His Word, too, for wisdom, hope, and action steps we ca...
2023-03-0836 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 18 Eat This, Not This! How to Stop Feeling Terrible and Tired and Start Feeling Amazing, God's Way!Send us a textDo you ever struggle with feeling confused about what to eat and how to eat to lose weight and be healthy? Should you do paleo, keto, intermittent fasting or that diet program to shed the pounds? Do you ever feel overwhelmed when shopping at the grocery store? Do you eat disciplined during the day just to give in to temptations at night?Fit sister, I get it! The struggles are real! All the information out there can be so chaotic. And, knowing what to do and how to overcome is a c...
2023-03-0138 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 17 How to Break Free and Rewrite Your Healing Story with Gina BirkemeierSend us a textWhat do past generations in our family have to do with the way we view fitness, eating habits, nutrition, and body image today? What does God have to say about these things, and how can we break free so we may rewrite our healing stories with Jesus?Today on the show, with my AMAZING, special guest, we’ll be addressing these questions candidly. It is God who brings dark things to light so we may truly be healed and walk in freedom in Christ!Gina is an author, speaker, and...
2023-02-221h 02The Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 16 How to Lose the Weight God's Way, Part 2Send us a textJoin me for Part 2 of Losing the weight - Breaking bad relationships with food! I’m passionate about this subject, Fit Family! In many ways, we become what we ‘eat’.Do you give in to unhealthy foods (fake food) more often than not?Do you struggle with driving pass the drive-thru or making a pit stop to your favorite convenience store for that quick-fix?Are you tired of feeling tired and bloated?Do you think about food A LOT?Do you need a different mindset?In thi...
2023-02-1536 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 15 Motivation That'll Kick Your Butt in Gear!Send us a textThis may sound crazy, but the devil didn’t want me to get this message out to you. I can’t tell you how difficult and time-consuming it was for me to take what God put on my heart, put it into words, get it recorded, and finally uploaded…BUT PRAISE GOD! IT’S HERE. And JESUS IS ABOUT TO SET SOMEONE FREE! The devil is a LIAR!- Do you feel a lack of passion to get up each morning?- Are you tired of being tired?- Do...
2023-02-0943 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 14 How to Lose the Weight - Breaking Bad Relationships with Food!Send us a textIt’s time to get free, truly free from the inside-out, and lose the weight for good, God’s way!Let’s talk about some tough stuff but all wrapped up in God’s goodness and grace. Join me as I share my story with gluttony and how this sin (let’s call it as it really is) keeps us from going deeper with Jesus and finding true food for our bodies and souls and lasting fulfillment. He’s the One we’re truly craving!I’m also sharing 4 practic...
2023-02-0141 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 13 Five Winning Habits that Changed My Life!Send us a textHave you ever called yourself lazy or a procrastinator? I sure have. (In fact, procrastination is a giant in my life... more about that in the show.)Do you see other women getting things done and achieving goals and you wonder why you can’t get it together? Been there, too!Warrior Sister, the truth is that we ALL have been to those harsh places internally where we embrace negative feelings over facts and give in. We ALL need JESUS!In today’s episode, I’m sharing beyond...
2023-01-2539 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 12 Stop This and Do This to Get Fit God's Way!Send us a textI’m the kind of girl, just tell me like it is. Don’t sugarcoat it. Let me know what I can change to be better, what I can do to do better, and how I can grow as a human and a daughter of the King. I don’t have time to waste! How about you?In today’s episode I’m giving us a sense of urgency to get out of our comfort zones and to make the most of our time… because EVERY day is a gift from God! Amen?!
2023-01-1922 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 11 How to Stay Consistent! Stop Quitting on You!Send us a textDo you ever struggle staying consistent with your workouts, healthy eating plans, or your God-given goals or dreams? Have you ever thought to yourself, “Why can’t I finish what I start?”Do you lose motivation and eventually quit on yourself? Warrior Sister, we’ve ALL been there!Today I’m going to share how to win this fight with yourself and for good! The answer is pretty simple and clear, and if taken to heart, can absolutely change your life and keep you steady and dedicated!Do you want...
2023-01-1243 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 10 How to Break Free from the Diet Mentality!Send us a textHave you ever been on a diet and struggled with losing the weight and keeping it off? Did you feel discouraged, HUNGRY, ashamed, or at a loss?Jesus Girl, Warrior Sis, Sweet and Strong Friend, have I got a podcast for you! I’m going to attack this sensitive, but IMPORTANT, subject with a lot of passion, history, experience, and truth from God and His Word!We CAN break free from the worldly, diet mentality and live FIT and HEALTHY in CHRIST for a lifetime! It’s NOT a spri...
2023-01-0551 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 9 Don't Give Up on Your God-Given Goals and Dreams!Send us a textHave you ever felt like giving up on the dreams God placed in your heart or on your fitness and health goals? Maybe you need a new dream from the Lord and some real hope.Today’s podcast is for you!I have to remind myself constantly of the sentiment (well, actually, it’s the Holy Spirit who reminds me) that: “change happens in the pain zone”. This means that we grow the most through adversity, setbacks, challenges, and even, tragedies. God wants to use the broken places in our live...
2022-12-2928 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 8 How to Move Forward After LossSend us a textLast week, I shared one of the most difficult stories to tell: the recent earthly loss of my Mom. But it was, also, one of the most inspiring stories I have had the privilege and blessing to share, too: her faith in the midst of adversity and her sweet, but fierce, Warrior spirit to the very end.This week, I'm continuing the story and vulnerably sharing my grief and pain with you. Even though my heart is right in the midst of it, the Lord has equipped me with powerful tools...
2022-12-2241 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 7 A Tribute to My Mom that will Inspire You to NEVER Give Up!Send us a textThis is one of the hardest podcasts that I could ever record BUT also one of the greatest BLESSINGS I could ever share - a tribute to my beautiful and precious Mom who went to be with the Lord just two days ago.My heart is broken, but NOT without HOPE! In fact, JESUS is the Anchor of my hope, even NOW, more than ever!Join me as I share a glimpse (or more) into my extraordinary Mom’s life. Hear how she persevered through terrible trials and kept he...
2022-12-1535 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 6 Jesus wants to Meet You in Your Mess + Holiday Fit Tips!Send us a textDo you ever feel like your days are filled with one messy challenge after another? If it’s not a distraction, it’s a messy relationship, or an unexpected trial that deflates your goals, takes precedence over your day, or squashes your dreams.Whew! I have been there! Warrior Sister in Christ Jesus, I find myself there OFTEN.The GOOD NEWS: Jesus wants to meet us right smack dab in the middle of our mess and turn it into a message for HIS glory!If you want to h...
2022-12-0841 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 5 How to Get Out of a Rut and Be Fit and Healthy in All Seasons!Send us a textHave you struggled during the holidays (or in other seasons) to stay on track with healthy eating and working out? Do you feel overwhelmed with the busyness of the season and find yourself lacking motivation and time? Do you want to know how to overcome and to be focused, disciplined and dedicated? Warrior Sister, this episode is for you! I have prayed for you and asked the Holy Spirit to fill me with encouragement and practical steps to inspire you to overcome the battles of working out and eating right this h...
2022-11-3036 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 4 How to Live Your BEST Life in Jesus and Achieve True Change!Send us a textWarrior Sister, have you ever felt like your desire to live your best life for God is taking a downward spiral out of control? I sure have!After a week at the LA Dream Center, I have some key takeaways that I believe will inspire you to get moving in your faith, fitness, and God-given purpose!Today, I’m going to share some stories from the courageous women of the Discipleship program and 4 ways to get back in the ring and achieve true, lasting change in Jesus. We all need th...
2022-11-2335 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 3 How to Get Motivated to Workout: 3 Steps to Get You Moving!Send us a textDo you struggle with the motivation to workout? Your mind knows your body should move, but your body wants to stay comfortable and stuck.Warrior Sister, I have been there... MANY times!Today, I'm going to share my 3 strongest weapons that get me out of my pit and into that workout!We all need this message, because it's a daily war within us all: the battle between the Spirit and the flesh. But, the good news: IN CHRIST, WE CAN OVERCOME!Let's get fired up! God is soooo Good ~...
2022-11-1436 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 2 The Power of a Winning MindSend us a textIf you feel unmotivated and you're lacking inspiration, if you're struggling to lose weight physically and the mental and emotional burdens of life are weighing you down, if you feel like you want to give up in the fight, this episode is for you. The battle is not the weight loss or achieving the fitness goal or working harder to get things 'right'. The true battle is in the mind, and we have the power in Jesus to overcome! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Warrior Up FitCamp OnDemand: https://crosstrain180.c...
2022-11-0449 minThe Warrior Up Podcast with Amy SmithEp. 1 My Fitness and Health Journey with JesusSend us a textFaith. Fitness. Healing. Purpose. Now, my security and identity are solely in Jesus! There is so much more that I look forward to sharing with you, but today, on the Podcast, I let the Holy Spirit lead me into telling a portion of my journey with fitness. I pray that you are encouraged and inspired to get moving! We’re just getting started! Be sure to come back each week!!LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Warrior Up FitCamp OnDemand: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/CrossTrain180 Original 40 Day Series: https://crosstrain180.com/bu...
2022-10-3141 min
Voices Thru Avalon PodcastEpisode #5 - Meet Director of Healing Services - Amy SmithIn this episode meet Avalon Healing Center (Formally WC SAFE) Director of Healing Services - Amy Smith. Amy will be talking about her role here at Avalon, as well as the importance of our work in the community. We will also be sharing updates about our new Avalon Institute that is launching soon!
2021-05-2125 min
The Living ArtistInterview with Amy SmithIn this episode of The Living Artist, Preston talks with Los Angeles based artist Amy Smith. In this fun and wide ranging conversation, Amy shares so much about her art, life and message as an artist. Topics include working and thriving during the pandemic, Amy's recent and upcoming mural projects, creating stencils, working with neon, empowering women and social change themes in her art, her powerful women series, following your curiosity as an artist, transitioning into abstraction, the ever-present and all powerful NFTs, new social media opportunities for artists through crypto and beyond, battling anxiety, getting ready for in...
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Bluestem ProjectThe problem. The solution. The people.In an instant our beliefs can be challenged. Medical challenges and disability can force us to to wonder "do I really believe this?" Extensive and deep roots in the one, true God enable us to endure, sustain, and even thrive amidst life's greatest hardships. Learn more about the heart behind the Bluestem Project and meet your hosts, husband and wife, Brandon and Amy Smith.
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