Stories about faith, fitness, and the healing of broken hearts, minds, and bodies 

Her hard snub made me wish I’d stayed in the bathroom stall. She was a world-renowned athlete and a main speaker at our fitness...

I wrote this prayer nine months after my unexpected c-section. Residual pain from pregnancy and surgery made exercise more challenging than ever. Even after seeking physical therapy, I continued to battle nerve pain in my hands, feet, and around my incision. I would not allow it to stop me. I knew I needed to write this prayer to help others like you power on, no matter what kind of pain you’re dealing with. If you’re able, touch the place you feel pain, and say this prayer

Lord, I don't feel like doing this today, but by my authority in Jesus, I cast away my emotions of (say whatever emotions hold you back—unwillingness, complacency, apathy, laziness, sadness, depression). Lack of motivation has no power over me. I disown it. It no longer controls me. My physical and mental health are no longer jeopardized. My body must follow what I speak into the spiritual. Holy Spirit, fill me with Your presence. You supply all my needs (Philippians 4:19), i

She came to work out. Instead, she spent the hour telling me about what her daughter was going through at school. I know how to guide a person into their routine, but there are times when people just need to vent. Some call it therapy, and it’s as much of a release for them as exercising. I empathized as she stood before me, hands flailing, tears surfacing. She reminded me of the many parents I’ve talked to over the years who desperately want to save their children from bully

I know what it feels like to step in front of a plyometric box, recall a misstep, and feel my shin throb. To resist performing the same...

Pre-season training for college basketball was one of my toughest challenges ever. My team and I had spent months running and lifting,...

Use this prayer in between workouts, when you’re sore, while you’re soaking in an Epsom salt bath, on walks, during stretches, as you lie...

She pushed with power, sprung off the floor, and landed with control. I wanted to do the same insanely cool exercises. And I knew I...

To stop starting then stopping, to overcome a funk, or to deepen your workouts, delve into these four fuels. 1. Nutrition. Typically, we...

After I stopped playing basketball in college, I had to figure out how to workout without trophies to attain, fans to cheer for me, and...

Movement is a gift and exercise, a privilege. We can honor God through our workouts, worshipping Him along the way. First, get your heart...

God set all things into motion, so it's fitting to worship Him through exercise. First, get your heart and mind right with this...

Because God set all things into motion, it's fitting to worship Him through exercise. Before you start your workout, say this prayer: Lord, I come to you as I prepare to exercise. Because You've given me life and the ability to move, I will honor You with my body and mind. I am present in this moment. I center my thoughts on Your strength and invite Your Spirit to dwell within me. I breathe You in. Be my guide and energy. Cushion my strides. Fuel my repetitions. Give me the g