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This episode is a flashback to Episode 54, and it’s just as relevant today—especially if your body feels different than it used to. If you’ve ever thought: “What used to work doesn’t work anymore.” “Consistency feels harder than it should.” “My health journey looks nothing like it used to.” …this conversation is for you. In this episode, we talk about why physical setbacks are not the end of your health journey and how Christian women can rebuild strength and consistency without guilt, pressure, or starting over. Using the story of Nehemiah rebuilding the broken walls of Jerusalem, you’ll hear a powerful reframe: 👉 Brokenness is not the end of the story—rebuilding is part of restoration. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why feeling “stuck” after illness, injury, pregnancy, or life changes is common How setbacks often trigger all-or-nothing thinking in health and fitness Why your body feeling different doesn’t mean it’s broken How faith reframes rebuilding your body as a spiritual process, not a failure What it looks like to pursue health without chasing perfection Why small, simple habits still matter—even when progress feels slow How rebuilding physical strength connects to rebuilding trust, rhythm, and reliance on God This episode is especially for Christian women navigating: Changing bodies Lower energy Full or overwhelming seasons Health journeys that no longer look “linear” You’ll be reminded that your body is a temple, not a problem to fix—and that healing and restoration happen when you partner with the Lord through every season. If consistency has felt fragile or frustrating lately, this episode will help you rethink what progress really looks like—and why setbacks don’t disqualify you from moving forward.   Join the Stronger Collective Waitlist If this episode hit home and you’re craving consistency without pressure, the Stronger Collective was built for you. It’s a faith-centered fitness, nutrition, and community space designed to help Christian women stay consistent through real life—not perfect seasons. 👉 Join the waitlist here: https://www.thestrongerco.com/ 

In this flashback episode (originally Episode 22), we’re revisiting a foundational conversation about fitness as worship—and why consistency, not intensity, is often the missing piece in a Christian woman’s health journey. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of starting strong and falling off, overwhelmed by what health should look like, or unsure how faith fits into your fitness habits, this episode brings clarity and permission. We talk about: Why treating fitness as worship shifts motivation and removes pressure How consistency blockers show up differently in busy seasons of motherhood Why honoring God with your body doesn’t require perfection How small, faithful habits compound into real physical and spiritual strength What it looks like to pursue health without guilt, shame, or burnout This conversation reframes movement, discipline, and self-care through a Biblical lens—especially for Christian women who want to feel strong again without striving or extremes. 💪 Fitness as Worship for Christian Women Many Christian moms are searching for: how to stay consistent with workouts faith based fitness routines Christian health and wellness habits motivation to exercise when tired how to honor God with your body This episode meets those questions head-on and offers a grounded, sustainable perspective rooted in faith, stewardship, and grace. My Go-To Supplement Support (Juice Plus+) One of the simplest ways I support my body—especially in this season of treatment—is Juice Plus+. It’s been my supplement of choice for years because it helps bridge nutritional gaps on days when meals aren’t perfect, energy is low, or life feels heavy. Right now, consistency matters more than ever, and this is one habit I’ve stayed anchored to. Bonus: Every adult Juice Plus+ order includes a child from age 4 through college completely free, which makes it an easy yes for families. If you want to know whether Juice Plus+ is a good fit for you or your family, I’d love to help you think it through. 👉 Voxer me directly — my Voxer is sdaugh703  🔗 Helpful Links & Community • Free Christian Fitness Hub: https://hub.simplefitnesshabits.com  • The Stronger Collective (waitlist): https://www.thestrongerco.com  • Voxer me for Juice Plus+ questions: sdaugh703 

If you’ve been doing all the right things—working out, eating better, praying more—but still feel stuck in your body, your mindset, or your faith… this episode may explain why. In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Shaela sits down with licensed professional counselor and life coach Shelley Spence to unpack the connection between spiritual freedom and physical health—and why so many Christian women stay trapped in cycles of guilt, control, perfectionism, and shame when it comes to their bodies. This episode goes far beyond surface-level fitness or nutrition advice. It explores what it really means to walk unhindered with God—and how unaddressed spiritual bondage often shows up as body image struggles, emotional eating, burnout, program hopping, and frustration with health results. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why you don’t have to believe every thought you think—and how to test thoughts against Scripture What spiritual freedom actually looks like (and why it’s not just “trying harder”) How shame, fear, and hidden beliefs can block progress in weight loss, fitness, and body confidence Why healing happens in layers, not overnight—and why plateaus aren’t failures The surprising connection between body image, identity in Christ, and midlife changes How Christian women unintentionally place their worth in their appearance, discipline, or consistency Why striving for control in health often leads to more exhaustion—not results How to gently move toward freedom if food, wine, scrolling, or distractions have become coping tools The biblical truth that God’s grace is sufficient, even when your body feels weak or uncooperative Shelley also shares her own journey through spiritual freedom using the Keys to Freedom Bible study, how the Lord revealed hidden areas of “playing small,” and what it means to reclaim surrendered ground—spiritually and physically. This conversation is for the Christian woman who: Feels tired of trying to “fix” her body Is overwhelmed by health advice but still not seeing results Wants freedom from guilt, legalism, and perfectionism Desires health that honors God—not idolizes discipline Is ready to stop striving and start walking in alignment with the Holy Spirit If you’ve been chasing change in your body but ignoring what’s happening in your spirit, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Shelley Spence Website: https://www.shelleyspence.com  Podcast Becoming Unhindered: www.becomingunhindered.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelleyspencelpc/   Free Resources from Shaela Christian Fitness Hub (Free) Simple, faith-based fitness and nutrition resources to help you take your next step with clarity and confidence. 👉 https://hub.simplefitnesshabits.com  The Stronger Collective – Waitlist A Christ-centered fitness, nutrition, and community experience for women who want structure, accountability, and sustainable health habits—without burnout or obsession. 👉 https://www.thestrongerco.com

What does the Bible actually say about being healthy? For many Christian moms, health has become tangled with guilt, diet culture, comparison, and burnout. We want energy and strength—but we don’t want obsession, pressure, or perfectionism. In this episode of Simple Fitness Habits, Shaela breaks down four key scriptures that reframe health as freedom, stewardship, and preparation for the life God has called you to live. This conversation helps Christian women step away from extremes and build faith-based health habits that actually fit real life. If you’ve ever searched: What does the Bible say about being healthy? Is fitness biblical? How should Christian women approach health and exercise? How do I get healthy without burnout as a mom? This episode is for you. What You’ll Learn Why biblical health is about abundant life, not shrinking or control How guilt and all-or-nothing thinking sabotage Christian women’s health Why movement can be an act of worship and stewardship How to build sustainable fitness and nutrition habits without burnout What it means to pursue health in a way that honors God and your season of life The Scriptures Covered John 10:10 – Health rooted in abundance, not restriction 1 Corinthians 9:24–27 – Discipline without extremes Matthew 24:44 – Readiness for calling and responsibility Hebrews 12:1 – Letting go of guilt and unnecessary weight Helpful Resources The Stronger Collective A Christ-centered fitness and nutrition community for women who want structure, accountability, and sustainable habits—without burnout. 👉 https://www.thestrongerco.com  Christian Fitness Hub (Free) Simple, faith-based fitness and nutrition resources to help you take the next step with clarity and confidence. 👉 https://hub.simplefitnesshabits.com  Final Encouragement Health doesn’t have to feel heavy or complicated. It can be a place of freedom, consistency, and faith—one simple habit at a time.

Decision fatigue isn’t just a mental feeling — it’s one of the biggest reasons Christian women can’t stay consistent with their workouts. When your brain has made a thousand decisions before noon, choosing one more thing — like what workout to do — becomes nearly impossible. In this episode, Shaela breaks down why picking a workout in the moment drains your motivation, why scrolling YouTube makes consistency worse, and how a preloaded workout plan helps overwhelmed women finally get results. If you’ve been searching for how to stay consistent with workouts, fitness motivation for moms, simple workout plans for women, decision fatigue solutions, or how to get toned with limited time, this will resonate deeply. You’ll learn: Why decision fatigue—not laziness—is wrecking your fitness consistency How mental “open tabs” make choosing a workout harder than doing one Why busy Christian moms need a pre-decided plan before the day begins How scalable workouts (shorter options, modified sets, flexible circuits) build long-term consistency The difference between free YouTube workouts and a true training plan Why Christian women need support, structure, and simplicity—not more pressure This episode gives you the permission to stop overthinking and start training with purpose. Because you’re not failing — you’re fatigued. And a simple, scalable plan might be the thing that finally sets you free. Join The Stronger Collective The Stronger Collective is a faith-based fitness community for Christian women who want to build strength in body and spirit—without the overwhelm. Inside, you’ll find progressive workouts, simple nutrition, spiritual rhythms, and a supportive sisterhood that helps you stay consistent in every season. 👉 www.thestrongerco.com Free Christian Fitness Hub Get instant access to free resources, guides, and tools to help you strengthen your faith and fitness journey. From quick workouts to nutrition tips and devotionals, the Christian Fitness Hub will help you take your next step toward a healthier, holier life. 👉 hub.simplefitnesshabits.com