Fit Disciple Podcast

YOUR BODY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Is your health supporting your calling or it is silently sabotaging it? In this episode, Adam challenges believers to stop making excuses and start showing up for their health, their calling, and their future. This isn't about guilt; it's about stewardship. Your body is a gift from God, and how you treat it matters. Tune in to learn how to: • Break free from passiv...

Is Your Weight Important to Health? In today's episode, Adam breaks down a brand new 2025 meta-analysis published in the  British Journal of Sports Medicine covering over  400,000 participants that compares the impact of  fitness vs. body weight on overall health, longevity, and mortality risk. You might be surprised by what the data actually shows.  If you're ready to get healthier, stronger, and...

Fitness debates that never die! In this episode, Adam breaks down some of the most stubborn fitness myths and debates that never seem to die based on real research, practical experience, and faith-based stewardship of your health so you can thrive in what God's called you to do. In this episode, you will learn more about : Fasted cardio vs fed cardio  Does cardio timing impact fat loss? Will lifti...

You are doing too much!   Are you just busy or are you purposeful? Our culture glorifies busyness but often at the expense of peace, reflection, and hearing God's direction.   Productive busyness is anchored in discernment not just motion. Drawing from Psalm 46:10 and Luke 5:16, we learn that stillness isn't laziness, it's discipline.   From this episode you'll learn how  to : Recognize when your...

Welcome back to our channel!   In today's episode, we're talking about Adaptive Faithfulness, how to stay spiritually, mentally, and physically consistent when life's seasons change.   Too often, we chase perfect routines or rigid systems that collapse under pressure. But God isn't asking for perfection, He's calling us to a faithfulness that adapts. The standard is the commitment itself — not the...

Do calories or food quality matter most! Do the amount of calories really matter, or is food quality the real key to health? In this episode, we dive into a ground breaking 2025 Cell Metabolism study revealing how ultra-processed foods can disrupt hormones, metabolism, and even fertility even when calories and macros are identical.   What You'll Learn: The truth about whether calories or food qual...

Spirituality And Habits As Oswald Chambers would say, "We don't grow into  holiness, we grow   in holiness." Holiness isn't something that just "happens" to you, it's a daily choice, a training of the mind, heart, and body. The old ways DON'T magically disappear, but they gradually fade because we consciously choose to identify with Christ instead. We have to train our bodies through grace and dis...

Action is the Answer!   Today we're talking about a truth that's often overlooked : Christianity  isn't just  dealing with  the spirit but  the body  as well .   As Christians, we can't separate the physical from the spiritual. Jesus came in the flesh, sacrificed His body, and called us to discipline ours.   Too many of us fall into the trap of chasing endless advice, programs, and "life hacks," w...

Adam with Special Guest Mitch Osmond from DadNation What would your wife, kids, or closest friends say about you if today was your last day? Would your life be worthy of imitation? In this episode, I sit down with returning guest Mitch; a coach, podcaster, and mentor who helps high-performing men reclaim their home, health, and happiness.   We dive deep into the power of self-leadership and person...

YOUR BODY IS PART OF DISCIPLESHIP     Today's episode is raw, real, and deeply challenging. As Adam reflects on life, routines, and a powerful read ( The Spirit of the Disciplines by Dallas Willard), he dives head first into a message many Christians need to hear but few are saying :  You cannot live spiritually in victory while physically living in defeat.     In This Episode: Why Jesus came in a...

THE LARGEST PREDICTOR OF HEALTH AND LONGEVITY In this episode, we dive into The Number 1 thing that beats every pill and every diet :  EXERCISE !!! Chronic Sickness isn't all about genetic predisposition, sometimes - it's just the result of poor life choices. The decisions we make about our diet, lifestyle and more significantly about staying active and fit has tremendous effects on our health. Th...

The Parable of the Sower and Your Faith & Fitness Every seed God plants in you is going to go through trials. The enemy wants that seed dead before it ever grows. In this video, I break down how the Parable of the Sower applies directly to your life; your walk with Jesus, your discipline, your fitness, and your calling. It's not about motivation. It's about priority . Devotional time is not an exc...

From strength to strength! In this quick episode, I'm diving into something I've been chewing on lately; the timeline of progress and the biblical idea of going from strength to strength (Psalm 84). Whether you're trying to grow in faith, fitness, business, or just life in general, this one's for you. Too many of us are chasing fast results but the truth is, anything that lasts takes time. It take...

Reducing Food Noise With a Shot!!! Today we're diving into one of the most talked-about topics in health right now —  Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro , and other GLP-1 weight loss shots. Are they helpful? Harmful? Just a shortcut? As a personal trainer, functional nutritionist, and pastor with 30+ years of ministry experience, I'm here to talk about the physical, emotional, and  spiritual side  of food...

Food Addiction with Coach Mary Roberts In this powerful episode, we're joined by Mary, a food addiction recovery coach and a long time advocate for sustainable, strength-based health. After overcoming her own battle with food addiction and maintaining food sobriety for over 11 years, Mary shares what true freedom looks like from the inside out. We also talk about how her fitness routine; daily wal...

MENOPAUSE ISN'T THE END — IT'S A NEW BEGINNING. This episode is your wake-up call to stop accepting decline as normal and start taking ownership of your midlife health. If you're facing menopause, perimenopause, or post menopause and you're dealing with brain fog, weight gain, low libido, anxiety, poor sleep, or just feeling like a stranger in your body then this one's for you. Coach and pastor, A...

Visible Devotion Why Fitness Is More Than Vanity! In this episode we dig deeper into how the Apostle of Grace, "Paul," still saw value in physical consecration. Not to earn anything, but to preserve his calling and to separate himself from the culture that surrounded him. That got me thinking….."In a world that normalizes indulgence, gluttony and laziness even within the church, it's time we recon...

Do less, but do it daily! In this episode, we explore the concept of the "minimum effective dose" and how making small, consistent changes can lead to significant results over time. Instead of overwhelming yourself with major lifestyle changes, we focus on simple, manageable actions you can add to your daily routine to improve your fitness, faith, mental clarity, and overall well-being without bur...

Creating a Health Vision Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, we explore the power of having a clear vision for your health. Whether you're aiming to improve your physical health, recover from trauma, or lead a balanced life, a focused path is essential for lasting change. We'll share insights from a presentation we use with corporate clients, non profits, and church staffs to help them c...

This Journey is too much for you In this powerful message, we dive into the importance of self-care in ministry, using the story of Elijah to emphasize the need for rest, nourishment, and balance. Even after experiencing great victories, Elijah found himself exhausted and discouraged, needing to take a break before God could speak to him. Through this reflection, we are reminded that taking care o...

CALORIES, INSULIN and CARNIVORE DIETS In this episode, Adam dives into the crucial debate:  Do calories really matter, or is it all about nutrients? He explores the science of energy balance and explains how  calories, insulin, and nutrients  are all essential in transforming your body. Whether you're aiming to  lose fat ,  build muscle , or simply improve your overall health, this episode breaks...

Seeking Discomfort & Overcoming Resistance  Hey friends, welcome back to the podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into the importance of  seeking discomfort  and how pushing through resistance can lead to massive growth. Whether it's in fitness, faith, or your purpose, overcoming self-sabotage and fear is key to unlocking your true potential. I've been reading, '' The War of Art by Steven Pre...

The Pareto Principle Welcome back to the podcast! In today's episode, we dive into the Pareto Principle (aka the 80/20 Rule) and how you can apply it to your health and fitness journey. Learn how focusing on just a few key habits can lead to 80% of your results. What you'll learn in this episode:  - The importance of compound movements in your workouts - How to build a protein-centered diet and av...

The Truth About GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss (Ozempic, Semaglutide & More) In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of GLP-1 agonists (like Ozempic and Semaglutide). These weight loss medications are everywhere, but how do they work, who should consider them, and what are the potential risks? We're breaking down:   - How GLP-1 drugs work in your body   - The pros: weight loss, blood...