Coach Alex VanHouten
Faithful Fitness With Coach Alex VanHouten
Welcome to Faithful Fitness—discipleship for the body. Coach Alex here. This isn’t about chasing aesthetics or quick fixes. It’s about becoming a better steward of the body God has entrusted to you—through truth, discipline, and daily obedience. Each episode sits at the intersection of faith, physiology, and formation—where Scripture and science work together to build strength that actually lasts. What You’ll Find Here: 💪 Training & Nutrition That Works Simple, effective strategies rooted in exercise science—not trends. 📖 Biblical Stewardship & Identity Learn what it means to honor God with...
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Coach Alex VanHouten
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Shabbat - The Chosen Episode 2 02.03.2022 32:17
Spring 2022 Bible Study Week 2 Challenge: Observe a “Sabbath”. What did you do? What didn’t you do? How did God restore you? Words To Hide In Your Heart This Week: “I heard the voice of the Lord saying ‘Whom shall I send’? Then I said, ‘here I am Lord. Send me!’.” - Isaiah 6:8 From Last Week | For Next Week Isaiah Chp. 1-7 ; 43Isaiah Chp. 8-15 ; 44 Psalm 139Exodus Chp. 14, 20 Romans 3Joshua 3 Ephe...
S1 E98 - Jesus On "Busyness" 02.03.2022 33:43
Wild Wednesday Are you SO BUSY? What did Jesus have to say about that? More bible studies by Alex VanHouten: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pick-up-your-cross-bible-studies/id1498095946 Join our other believers committed to BETTER! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-w...
S1 E97 - More Than Calories 01.03.2022 13:37
Nutrition Tip Tuesday Calories are a short term game at best. Around here, we're in this thing for the long haul. CICO (calories in calories out) proponents like to cite the immutable laws of thermodynamics as the ultimate reason that all nutrition practice really boils down to energy balance. Too bad calories don't account for Entropy... if you want to be BETTER, you'll need to be do BETTER than...
S1 E96 - Going Through Hell? KEEP GOING. 28.02.2022 12:52
Mindset Monday "Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death..." We've all been there. And with the new COVID variant sweeping through the population and depression/low mood a common after effect of wrestling with a new pathogen... it's time for us to talk about it! We're not perfect. Neither are you! Let's get BETTER TOGETHER! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on...
S1 E95 - Workout Buddy 25.02.2022 12:55
Flex Friday Do you have a workout buddy? Get better with us! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25%! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E94 - VALUE 24.02.2022 12:55
Word Thursday Jesus said "where your treasure is, there your heart will be also". What would happen if we spent our time and money in alignment with what we VALUE more than anything else? You're not perfect. Neither are we! Let's get Better TOGETHER! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithf...
S1 E93 - The Pain Game 23.02.2022 21:07
Wild Wednesday Hard times make strong men. Strong men make good times. Good times make weak men... But does it have to be that way? Join the Better Man Challenge! https://betterdaily.live/shop/men Join our community! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhout...
S1 E92 - Journal Power 22.02.2022 13:40
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S1 E91 - Facing Your Giant 21.02.2022 15:32
Mindset Monday David brought a rock to a sword fight. AND WON. Don't do it alone! https://betterdaily.live/ Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E90 - 12 Days Of Xmas WORKOUT! 18.02.2022 6:36
Flex Friday This holiday-themed workout will kick your tail any day of the year! Catch video walkthrough here: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/posts/3406 1% Better Daily - https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
Fear Not - The Chosen Episode 1 16.02.2022 25:18
Spring 2022 Bible Study Kickoff! Challenge: What battle from your past was won so that you could face this season with courage and leadership? Words To Hide In Your Heart This Week: “Then David said to Ahimelech, “Then have you not here a spear or a sword at hand? For I have brought neither my sword nor my weapons with me, because the king's business required haste.” 9 And the priest said, “The sw...
S1 E88 - Biohacking Better Exercise 16.02.2022 1:12:44
Wild Wednesday Did you know that 99% of your mind is unconscious? Did you know that exercise can help you tap into the parts of you that you aren't in control of right now? Don't take my word for it. Let's talk to an expert in somatic movement! Get Better With Us! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/...
S1 E89 - ENDURANCE 16.02.2022 12:54
Word Thursday "Suffering produces Endurance. Endurance produces Hope." -Paul | Romans Chp. 5 Mind, Body, Spirit - 1% Better. Daily! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25%! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E87 - How Full Of Crap Are You? 15.02.2022 16:00
Nutrition Tip Tuesday Getting things to move through your digestive tract well is a crucial part of any betterment goal! Here's a home remedy for constipation you need to be familiar with! Become a member! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25%! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E86 - Don't. Give. Up. 14.02.2022 11:21
Mindset Monday Don't - Ever - ring that bell. One day at a time. Join our community! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25%! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E85 - Dumbbell Snatch and MORE! 11.02.2022 7:37
Flex Friday Power training is so important but can be hard on the body. Try your hand (and legs) at this exercise to develop power without injuries! Get the video version: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/posts/3370 Join Better Daily! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25%! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanho...
S1 E84 - TACHYKININ (Pain Relief) 10.02.2022 15:17
Word Thursday! Discover the power of relationships to reduce the pain you experience daily! It's science! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E83 - Fasting Like A Pro 09.02.2022 34:05
Wild Wednesday 5 Things You Need To Know To Fast Like A Pro! Don't do it alone! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E82 - Don't Waste Your FAST 08.02.2022 13:21
Nutrition Tip Tuesday Intermittent Fasting took the nutrition scene by storm. Was that a good thing? Or is there something more you need to know about fasting? Get in Better Daily! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E81 - Don't Worry. Be Happy? 07.02.2022 9:35
Mindset Monday! It's not as easy as it sounds to stop worrying. Maybe it means something different than we think. Join our community! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25%! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E80 - Burpees | Body 04.02.2022 10:01
Flex Friday The burpee. Good full body exercise or complete waste of time? Let's do some! Catch the video version here: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/posts/3332 Get more exercise help! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E79 - INDOMITABLE 03.02.2022 12:49
Word Thursday Have you ever faced something that should've crushed you but it didn't? "Indomitable" means "unconquerable". Let's talk about what it means to be untamable. Feed your spirit. https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
The Sword Of Goliath - Intro To The Chosen 02.02.2022 16:54
This semester we'll be diving into the old and new testament using the Chosen as supplemental material in our understanding of Jesus and His ministry! Spring 2022 Bible Study Kickoff! Challenge: What battle from your past was won so that you could face this season with courage and leadership? Words To Hide In Your Heart This Week: “Then David said to Ahimelech, “Then have you not here a spear or a...
S1 E78 - GAINZ and BRAINZ Creatine | Body 02.02.2022 37:00
Wild Wednesday Should you be taking Creatine? What does the science and practice say? Muscle growth, testosterone, depression, and more! Learn more about supplements with us! https://betterdaily.live Use "POD" at checkout to save 25% on your subscription! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
S1 E77 - Food Is More Than Caloires | Body 01.02.2022 14:33
Nutrition Tip Tuesday Despite what the food and health industry have told you, calories are a short-term game at best. Let's learn how to play the "long game". Get nutrition help! https://betterdaily.live Use code "POD" to get 25% off on your subscription. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .
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