Ep. 161 What Does the Bible Really Say About Your Body? | A Christian Response to Body Positivity & Self-Love

Ep. 161 What Does the Bible Really Say About Your Body? | A Christian Response to Body Positivity & Self-Love

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2075450/fan_mail/new] Let’s talk, Fit Sister… What does the Bible really say about your body? We live in a culture filled with conflicting messages. Body positivity tells us one thing. Fitness culture tells us another. Social media, influencers, and the world all have opinions about how we should look, feel, and think about our bodies. But as Christian women, there’s a much more important question we need to ask: What does God say? In Episode 161 of the Warrior Up Podcast, we’re opening God’s Word and having an honest conversation about body image, body positivity, self-love, health, fitness, aging, and what it really means to honor God with the bodies He has given us. After more than 30 years in the fitness industry, I’ve watched women obsess over their bodies, hate their bodies, neglect their bodies, and make their bodies their identity. I’ve had to let God change some of my own thinking through the years too. The Bible gives us a better way. Aren’t you so thankful? In this episode, we’ll talk about: 💜 Why your body matters to God without becoming your identity 💜 What creation, the Fall, redemption, and resurrection teach us about our bodies 💜 The difference between body obsession, body hatred, and biblical stewardship 💜 Why caring for your health can become an act of worship 💜 How to think about weight, fitness, aging, hormones, pain, and physical limitations through a biblical worldview 💜 The question that can change the way you care for your body: “Lord, how can I honor You with the body You’ve entrusted to me today?” Your body is not your identity. Jesus is. (Can I get an Amen?) But your body does matter to God. He created it, Christ redeemed you, the Holy Spirit dwells within believers, and one day God will raise His people in glory. So instead of allowing culture to tell us how to think about our bodies, let’s go back to the truth of God’s Word and learn what it means to faithfully care for the bodies He has entrusted to us. If this episode encourages you, please share it with another woman who needs this reminder, and subscribe to the Warrior Up Podcast as we continue growing stronger together in spirit, mind, and body, not for our glory, but always for His. 💜✝️ ******** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ [https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/] ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️  My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

Ep. 160 Stop Getting in Your Own Way | 3 Lies That Keep Christian Women Stuck

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2075450/fan_mail/new] Have you ever felt like you're the one standing in the way of the life God is calling you to live? Maybe you've been telling yourself... • "I'll start when the time is right." • "If I can't do it perfectly, why even try?" • "My life doesn't really matter." Warrior Sister, those aren't God's words. They're lies that keep us stuck. In this episode, I'm sharing three of the biggest lies I've watched Christian women believe over my 30+ years in ministry and fitness, and more importantly, the truth from God's Word that sets us free. We'll talk about: Why waiting for the "perfect time" keeps us from taking today's next step. How the all-or-nothing mindset quietly sabotages our faith, health, and purpose. The deepest lie the enemy wants you to believe, and why your life, your obedience, and your calling matter more than you know. Jesus isn't asking you to be perfect. He's inviting you to faithfully take your next step with Him. I pray this conversation encourages you to stop settling, renew your mind with God's truth, and become stronger in your spirit, mind, and body so you can courageously fulfill the calling He has placed on your life. Scripture: Luke 9:23 If this episode encourages you, would you take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another Warrior Sister? You never know how God may use one simple act of obedience to change someone's life. Let's Warrior Up together. ****** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com [http://crosstrain180.com/]. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here:https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ [https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/] ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

Ep. 159 God is Still Calling You (What We Learned at the Dream Center)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2075450/fan_mail/new] Fit friend in Christ, have you ever wondered if God still has a purpose for your life... or if you've missed your opportunity? In this episode, my husband, Tim, and I share what God taught us during our recent trip to the Los Angeles Dream Center. We went expecting to encourage others, but once again, God used the experience to encourage and challenge us. We talk about the incredible transformation we witnessed in the lives of women whose hearts have been changed by Jesus, the quiet faithfulness of people serving behind the scenes, and a personal moment when we sensed God confirming a calling He's placed on our hearts for many years. Most of all, we want to remind you of this truth: Jesus is still changing lives. God is still using ordinary people. And He is still calling His children to take their next step of faith. Whether you've been discouraged, delayed by fear, or simply wondering what God is asking you to do next, we pray this conversation encourages you to trust Him one step at a time. In this episode we discuss: • Why no one is too far gone for God's grace • The power of simple faithfulness • What it means to walk in obedience, even when the future feels uncertain • How God often prepares us for years before He says, "Go" • Practical ways to take your next step with Jesus today Scriptures shared: • Ezekiel 36:26 • Luke 16:10 • Joshua 1:9 • 2 Timothy 1:7 If this episode encourages you, would you take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs the reminder that God isn't finished with her story. For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com [http://crosstrain180.com/]. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here:https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ [https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/] ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

Ep. 158 When Shame Says Stay Away but Jesus Says Come Home | Rachel's Story of Redemption & Recovery

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2075450/fan_mail/new] Have you ever felt like you've gone too far, messed up too much, or disappointed God beyond repair? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, my sweet friend Rachel shares her story of redemption, recovery, and the incredible grace of Jesus. Rachel and I talk about how we met through my FitCamp workouts taken to the Dream Center and online workouts, Bible study, and our deep connection to the Los Angeles DC. She shares what her life looked like when she first came to the Dream Center, the struggles she faced, and the lessons God taught her through some very difficult seasons. But what makes Rachel's story so powerful is not just what she walked through. It's that she had the courage to come back. So many people allow shame to convince them to stay away from God, from church, and from the very people who love them most. Rachel chose a different path. She came back to Jesus. She came back to community. She came back to hope. Today, God is continuing to heal, restore, and use her life to encourage others. If you've ever felt unworthy, ashamed, stuck, or far from God, this episode is for you. Jesus is still in the business of restoring lives. Your story is not over. There is always hope. Connect with Amy: CrossTrain180.com YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs the reminder that God's grace is greater than their past. Thank you from my heart. 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here:https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ [https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/] ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

Ep. 157 | 5 Ways to Stay Steady This Summer in Your Faith, Fitness & Health

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2075450/fan_mail/new] Fit Sister, have you ever noticed how easy it is to get out of your routine during the summer? The schedules change. Vacations happen. Late nights turn into slow mornings. Before you know it, the healthy habits that were serving you so well start slipping away. In this episode, I share 5 simple ways to stay steady in your faith, fitness, and health this summer, even when life feels busy, your routine is off, or you're struggling to stay consistent. You'll discover how to: • Stay connected to Jesus first • Keep moving even when your routine changes • Focus on daily wins • Embrace progress over perfection • Find strength through community If you've been feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, or like you've fallen behind, this episode will remind you that you don't need to be perfect. You simply need to keep taking the next faithful step. Summer doesn't have to be the season you lose momentum. It can be the season you learn how to stay steady. Connect with Amy: CrossTrain180.com Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered fitness, encouragement, accountability, and community. Until next time... Warrior Up. Get fit. Live fit. And live on purpose for the glory of God. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend? It helps us reach more women with the hope, strength, and freedom found in Jesus. Thank you from my heart. Keep looking up, keep moving forward, and remember... You were created to live fit and on purpose for Christ. 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ [https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/] ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith