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Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsStrength + Hormones: A Strong Mom’s Guide to Cycle SyncingLeave a review! 💪✨ Feeling overwhelmed trying to sync your workouts with your cycle while navigating postpartum life? You’re not alone, mama! In this episode, we explore whether cycle syncing is truly necessary for Christian moms who strength train — all with grace, faith, and practical wisdom.What you’ll learn: 🌿 A simple breakdown of menstrual cycle phases and hormone shifts 🙏 How to honor your body as God’s temple without shame or pressure 🔥 Common mistakes moms make adapting workouts — and how to train smarterNo judgment. Just encouragement to build strength your way — with pe...2025-07-1417 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHow to Finally Stay Consistent with Strength Training—Even if You Keep “Starting Over”Leave a review! Ever feel like every missed workout = back to square one? 😩 What if that’s a lie—and your progress never actually left? In this episode, we’re busting the myth of “starting over,” with grace, science, and a dose of Biblical truth. 💪✨🎙️ You’ll learn: ✅ Why your body remembers strength—even after time off ✅ The #1 mindset shift that breaks the guilt-shame cycle ✅ How Peter’s moment on the water (Matthew 14) shows us what real strength looks like ✅ The science behind muscle memory 🧠 ✅ How to create momentum with tiny, doable steps✨ ...2025-04-1409 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsWhy Hip Strength is Key for a Pain-Free Pregnancy (And How to Improve It)Leave a review! Pain-Free Pregnancy? It’s Possible! 🤰🌸 Pregnancy doesn't have to mean constant discomfort, especially when it comes to hip pain! In this episode, I’m revealing how hip strength can be the game-changer you’ve been looking for. 💖 We'll dive into the science behind it, share a powerful Bible truth to encourage you, and give you 3 simple exercises to get started TODAY. 🌷Ready to experience a pain-free pregnancy? Let’s explore: ✔️ 3 easy exercises to strengthen your hips ✔️ Why hip pain happens during pregnancy and how to fix it ✔️ Biblic...2025-04-0712 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHow Decluttering My Closet Transformed My Postpartum Body Image & Restored ConfidenceLeave a review! 🚨 What if your cluttered closet is secretly sabotaging your body confidence?You know that feeling—standing in front of a packed closet, frustrated, thinking “I have nothing to wear.” But what if the problem isn’t the clothes… it’s the mental clutter keeping you stuck in body shame and comparison?In this episode, you'll learn: 🔥 The surprising link between your wardrobe and body image struggles 🧠 Why too many outfit choices = more stress & self-doubt (science-backed!) 👗 How to create a closet that actually make...2025-03-3114 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsThe Truth About Pain-Free Sex: What No One Tells Christian Moms with Jess Seitz, OTR/LLeave a review! Painful sex after kids? It’s not just part of motherhood—and you don’t have to “push through.” In this episode, Jess Seitz from Pain Free Intimacy and I expose the myths keeping Christian moms stuck and reveal real, science-backed solutions for pain-free, connected intimacy. We’re diving into how to communicate discomfort with your spouse (with love), biblical truth that brings freedom (not guilt), and simple steps to reclaim joy in your marriage.🎧 Hit play now and discover what’s p...2025-03-2428 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsThe Real Reason We Have Mom Brain (And How to Refocus) with Kasey SchulerLeave a review! Let's be real, mom brain can be a little scary at times. We can feel mentally scattered, and physically drained, and lose sight of the calling that God has for us as moms. We can feel aimless. We're distracted. And that's why I invited Kasey Schuler on the show to help us find a clear focus on God's version of health through grace (even in the chaos of motherhood). As a published Christian author and personal trainer, Kasey delivers practical tips and spiritual wisdom for approaching health from a place of...2025-03-1733 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHow to Build a Workout Routine That Actually Fits Into Your Life (Without Overhauling Everything!)Leave a review! Are you in a draining season of motherhood? Maybe naps are short and nights are long ... Does the thought of a workout routine seem daunting, but deep down, you know it's a key ingredient to more energy? But you can't seem to find a routine that works for your season.Maybe you feel stuck in a rut, and will just have to wait until things get better to workout regularly again ... If that sounds like you at all, I get it! My toddler is in the middle of a...2025-03-1008 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsIs Prioritizing Your Health Selfish? The Truth You Need to Train with Joy.Leave a review! If you have a history in the church as a woman, you’ve likely been taught to put yourself last. That prioritizing your health is selfish. That taking time for your body means taking away from your family. But… what if the exact opposite were true?In this episode, we’re flipping the script on the guilt and showing you why caring for your body isn’t selfish—it’s biblical stewardship. You’ll walk away with a new belief about what’s possible for you and three simple, gra...2025-03-0308 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsWhy Postpartum Fitness Is a Slow Journey—And That’s OkayLeave a review! You’ve been told that getting your body back after baby is just a matter of discipline and the right workout plan. But what if that’s the very belief keeping you stuck? What if the secret to true postpartum strength isn’t pushing harder—but healing smarter?In this episode, we’re exposing the biggest lie about postpartum fitness and giving you a new framework for rebuilding your strength—one that actually works.Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ Why the “bounce-back” culture is setting you up for failure—and what to...2025-02-2409 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsScar Care for C-Section Mamas with Dr. Kiri Kiri Krishingner, PT, DPT, PPCESLeave a review! As a C-section mama, I know the subtle struggles that can come with having a baby delivered through your abdomen. It can feel like you're broken but kinda mended. Fragile, but strong. And, your movement may never feel the same. Maybe you can relate? That's why I partnered with Dr. Kiri Krishinger to bring you some simple, effective, and powerful strategies that you can use to heal your C-section scar whether you're 10 days postpartum or 10 years postpartum from a place of love and respect for your body. Get ready to fe...2025-02-0332 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsTop three New Year's Goal Setting Mistakes (and how to avoid them)Leave a review! As an active Christian mom, setting goals can feel overwhelming—especially when life is already so busy. In this episode, we uncover the top 3 goal-setting mistakes holding you back from achieving your dreams and balancing your faith, family, and fitness. (and what's a better way to approach goals- hint: it's not SMART goals!) I’ll guide you through how to set intentional, faith-driven goals that align with your values and give you the energy to thrive. Whether you're focusing on postpartum recovery or building a healthier lifestyle, this epis...2025-01-2013 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsWin the Mental Battle of Holiday Weight GainLeave a review! The holidays are over, but if you're like many women I coach, you might still carry guilt about the extra treats or skipped workouts. It’s time to let it go! In this episode, we’ll unpack the post-holiday pressure to “fix” your body and replace it with the truth of who God says you are.I’m sharing practical steps to embrace grace, rebuild strength, and move forward with a mindset rooted in faith—not shame. Whether you’re easing back into lifting or just figuring out how to prioritiz...2025-01-1311 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsWhy Slowing Down This Christmas Could Be the Best Gift You Give Your Family (and Yourself)Leave a review! Overwhelmed by the holiday hustle? I get you. Juggling a toddler, full-time business, ministry, and family responsibility can be a lot! That's why in this episode, you'll discover why slowing down this Christmas might just be the key to finding more peace, joy, and connection with loved ones. We’ll unpack simple, practical strategies to ditch the stress, focus on what matters most, and truly savor the season—all while keeping Christ at the center. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re missing the magic of Christmas...2024-12-2311 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHow These 3 Bible Verses Can Transform Your Holiday Chaos Into CalmLeave a review! Let’s be real—holidays can get crazy. The to-do lists are endless, the stress piles up, and before you know it, you’re ready to throw in the towel. But what if I told you that there’s a way to flip the script? In this episode, we’re diving into 3 powerhouse Bible verses that can take your holiday chaos and transform it into calm. I’m talking about finding peace, regaining focus, and recharging your soul—no matter how hectic your schedule gets. Whether you’re juggling family, sh...2024-12-1613 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsThe Active Christian Mom's Christmas List (top 15 gift ideas)Leave a review! It's December, and suddenly we're flooded with probing questions ...Questions like ... " hey ...what do you want for Christmas this year?"SUDDEN FREEZE ... You could ... Tell them "you don't want anything" (but really ... there are things you could use and need, we just can't think of them) OR tell them something generic because you don't want to sound too particularOR ... You can send them this little episode with a bow to help them know the top 15 Christmas gifts for Christian women and m...2024-12-0215 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsTraining with Diastasis Recti (what fitness culture isn't telling you)Leave a review! Are you a new mom who wants to restore your core strength after birth? If so, you've likely heard the term Diastasis Recti. In today's episode, we dive into what (exactly) Diastasis Recti is, debunk some common myths, and even give you a powerful process to try at home so you can take the next step in your journey towards a stronger core and more stable lifts. By making a few small changes, you can see (and feel) a massive impact on your training performance, strength, and stamina. What mama...2024-11-1826 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms4 Sneaky Ways Busy Moms Can Find Workout Time (Yes, Really!)Leave a review! It's no secret that motherhood is unpredictable, and time becomes a black hole. And if you're the mom who's juggling littles while trying to get your energy and strengh back after birth, you know the struggle it can be to find time to workout. Maybe you find yourself thinking "I just can't workout this week" or "I'll start again next month" ... But, what if we had a clear strategy with all of our options on the table? How much more clairty would we have on our g...2024-11-1122 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHow to Find Rest in Jesus Amidst the Chaos of Motherhood (3 simple steps)Leave a review! Productivity is a drug that never satisfies. At least for me it never did. I'd run from task to task without stopping to eat lunch, take a deep breath, go to bed on time, or go for a relaxing walk and wondered why I always felt this deep pit of exhaustion by the end of the week. If that sounds like you, can I invite you to participate in a lesson that God taught me the hard way?A lesson about the rest that God designed...2024-11-0419 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsStruggling to Build Core Strength Postpartum? (this could be why)Leave a review! Feeling weak in your core is like having the wind knocked out of you, except you can't just lie there and recoup ... you're forced to live life and press on as a busy mom. But, even while pregnancy can impact your core strength, rebuilding it isn't impossible (nor does it take a lifetime!)! And, #spoileralert it takes more than "just doing more kegels."In today's episode, you're getting the #1 mistake I've noticed new moms make rebuilding their core strength postpartum AND a 4-step repeatable process to strengthen your c...2024-10-2813 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsWhy Biblical Modesty Doesn’t Mean Low Self-EsteemLeave a review! Are you the woman who grew up in the church, and maybe struggles to feel the joy that comes when you feel beautiful in your body? Or maybe you've wrestled with body shame so long that the thought of feeling beautiful feels distant even though you've seen your body's health improve postpartum ... If so, you're not alone! Almost two years postpartum, I've felt the same feelings that forced me to dig into what God's word says about humility and confidence in Christ found in Proverbs. The good news is t...2024-10-2119 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHabits for a Sacred Home with Jennifer PepitoLeave a review! What mom doesn't want a home that feels like a peaceful sanctuary, am I right? Yet, how many of us struggle to feel at peace amidst clutter, piles of dishes, and pressing schedules of get-togethers, errands, and responsibilities? It can feel like a losing battle to protect our home from the chaos and as a result chronic stress can create hormone imbalances, weight gain, and even slow down our recovery postpartum ... That's why I invited Jennifer Pepito to share practical insights and habits to help you create a...2024-10-1443 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsSilence the Mom Guilt to Balance Fitness, Faith and Family as a Busy MomLeave a review! Are you torn between lifting weights, managing laundry, work responsibilities AND loving your kids? You're not alone! Many moms struggle to feel like they're balancing it all (myself included!) In this episode of Overcoming Mom Guilt, we explore the challenges faced by active Christian moms who balance fitness, family, and faith. Join me as I share three powerful steps to break free from mom guilt to reclaim your time and confidence as a mom. We'll discuss practical time management tips, self-care strategies for moms, and how to find bal...2024-10-0717 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms4 Strength Training Mistakes to Avoid in the First Trimester (and what to do instead)Leave a review! Are you hoping to become pregnant, in the beginning stages of pregnancy, or maybe thinking about baby number two and wondering how you can stay strong and active in your pregnancy? ME TOO. But with so much conflicting information and generalized and unhelpful "advice," it can be tough to know how to modify our training and fitness in the first trimester (let alone get through morning sickness, fatigue, and the overwhelm of baby information we get bombarded with). That's why in today's SUPER practical episode, you're getting 4 specific strength training...2024-09-3013 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms5 Bible Verses to Empower Christian Moms on Their Health JourneyLeave a review! Do you ever wonder what God thinks about your postpartum health and fitness goals?Sometimes we can overlook the fact that the Bible is more than just a collection of stories, insights about God's character, and instructions for Godly living, but is also a rich source of wisdom that applies to our health and fitness as mothers. In this episode, I'm excited to dive into 5 powerful Bible verses that change the way we see our bodies, health, and training. These verses have made an incredible impact on my training as...2024-09-1628 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsMy Son's Birth Story (The Raw Truth)Leave a review! This podcast took over a YEAR to make, but it's HERE! In today's SPECIAL episode, you're getting the nitty gritty details (some spared) of my son's birth story and some powerful takeaways I learned through labor and delivery. Buckle up, things get rather bumpy! I pray this blesses you!In His Strength, Laura Lindahl 2024-09-1622 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsHow to Overcome the Fear of Lifting Heavy (in 4 simple steps)Leave a review! Does the thought of lifting with a barbell or picking up the weights on the bottom shelf of the free weight section make you feel uneasy? Maybe it's the looks from the other gym goers, or the risk of hurting yourself that hold you back. If so, I totally get it! (I had both of these just a few years ago!) In today's episode, you're getting 4 PIVOTAL mindset shifts necessary to take your strength to the next level in a way that feels safe & sustainable! After listening you'll lea...2024-09-0917 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms10 Ways To Sync Your Menstrual Cycle (for lifters + busy moms)Leave a review! Are you tired of your training getting disrupted every 28-32 days? Want to feel balanced and at peace with your body's hormones? I get you! As a busy mom who got her period back 6 months postpartum, AND had severe PMS symptoms in high school, I knew I wanted to get my hormones balanced as quickly as possible. That's why I started implementing a few POWERFUL pivots in my training, lifestyle, and nutrition that have helped me have (nearly) pain-free periods that come regularly, with minimal disruption to my daily tasks...2024-09-0225 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsIs Food Freedom Possible? With Abbie Stasior and Hannah Saenz from the Daily Bread Co.Leave a review! Have you ever found yourself haunted by the words of well-meaning family members who told you that certain foods were "bad" for you? (raises her hand, it's me too!) Would you LOVE to sit down and fully enjoy a doughnut and delight in God's great design for delicious food while still practicing healthy habits that honor the Lord?Sounds too good to be true?Well ... you might not think so after listening to today's episode! Tune in for 6 POWERFUL steps to help you experience more freedom...2024-08-2648 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsI Quit Trying to Lose Weight (and What I Did Instead)Leave a review! Are you tired of the hampster wheel of weight loss? Do you feel tired, like you’re running out of weight loss options to try? But, also terrified to give it up? Maybe you’re like me and you’ve tried everything, Whole 30, running extra miles, doing HIIT, wearing a sweat suit, or the grapefruit and toast diet (yes, it’s a thing). I get it. My dream was to be able to fit into my jeans, have an athletic, lean looking body and I believed (if I just focused on weight loss) I cou...2024-08-1921 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms6 Strength-Building Strategies for Dumbell WorkoutsLeave a review! Have you been feeling the itch to build muscle? Do you ever get caught up in thinking you don't have enough equipment to even get started? Or maybe you're following random YouTube workout videos and aren't noticing the progress you want in your strength. Maybe you think that's all you can do with those 8 or 5 lb dumbells. In 2020, I started my home gym with just one kettlebell and a yoga mat. After 4 years of trialing training strategies with clients at home with minimal equipment, I've discovered how to build muscle without a...2024-08-1222 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsIs Body Dysmorphia Derailing Your Fitness Journey?Leave a review! Have you ever looked in the mirror and had a hard time coming to peace with what you saw? Maybe you're like I was and sat in denial about the dissonance between your body and brain. (spoiler alert: the denial didn't help me!) I get it! There can be a very real disconnect between how we see our body and how others see our body, and for believers how God see's our body. In today's episode, I'm sharing the sneaky signs and symptoms of body dysmorphia and how you can sh...2024-08-0522 minStrong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian MomsReplace Worry with Wonder by Rewriting the Lesser Stories of God with Jen WeaverLeave a review! On today’s episode, we’re conquering worry by diving into lesser stories in the Bible, and by finding the wonder of God in the world around us. Joining us is special guest Jen Weaver! (@thejenweaver).In today’s episode, we will be discussing:Why partnership with God is a crucial step in conquering worry (and what it means)How to be curious and find wonder in the world around usTwo powerful practices to place your worry on the Lord so you can build a deeper and sweeter relationship with H...2024-07-2937 min