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...

Author

Coach Alex VanHouten

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

284 - GROW 15.12.2022

Word Thursday What does it mean to get 1% Better every day? Coach Alex shares his meditations on the word "GROW". Join the Better Daily app FREE: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/signup Video Version (Premium Required): https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/posts/6871 Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a s...

283 - Cheat Meals And Macros Workshop 14.12.2022

Wild Winsday How can you simplify your nutrition practice to achieve BETTER? What should your macros look like for your goals? Should you eat cheat meals? Coach Alex has been training for 17 years and has seen what does and doesn't work for people - in this seminar, premium members of the Better Daily community pick his brain to move forward in their nutrition practice! This premium seminar is sha...

282 - Macro Math 101 13.12.2022

Nutrition Tip Tuesday Math can be complicated but that doesn't mean your food has to be! Let's take a quick look at understanding how to determine whether something is a carb, fat, or protein source! Macro Math Video (Premium Account Required): https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/posts/6818 Join Better Daily Free! https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/signup Music in Intro and Outro used with pe...

The Cycle Of History Vs. The Spirit Of The Father 12.12.2022

Hard times make strong men Strong men make good times Good times make weak men Weak men make hard times... Is that the way it has to be? You can be a part of the solution or you can be part of the problem. Let's get into it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .

281 - It's Time To Get Unstuck 12.12.2022

Mindset Monday Are you stronger than a 2-year-old? Join Better Daily FREE: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/signup Get into growth mindsets: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/folders/12 Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-wit...

280 - Training Splits Tips 09.12.2022

Flex Friday Just because we have to get older doesn't mean we have to fall apart. More Flex Friday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/flexfriday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitn...

279 - The OBSTACLE Is The Way 08.12.2022

Word Thursday On the eve of the Tough Mudder, Coach Alex shares some reflections on the word "Obstacle". More Word Thursday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wordthursday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake...

278 - Aging Gracefully 07.12.2022

Wild Winsday Just because we have to get older doesn't mean we have to fall apart. Linked Episode Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Ghmzhz4NSMfUQc21kX4wu?si=YvDtD9WLRRi2Eg2gVl0y5w Linked Episode Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s3-e47-aging-dementia-and-fitness/id1303273193?i=1000523547165 More Wild Winsday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wildwinsday Get 1% - Ev...

277 - Protein Sources 06.12.2022

Nutrition Tip Tuesday What are your best protein sources and how can you improve your protein intake? More Nutrition Tip Tuesdays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/nutritiontiptuesday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https:...

276 - Don't Wait For The Worst 05.12.2022

Mindset Monday Entering the growth phase of the Faithful40 Challenge, Coach Alex has some pro advice for you. Unless you want pain and suffering to increase in your life - "Don't wait for the Worst". More Mindset Monday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/mindsetmonday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astro...

275 - Better Weightloss Results 01.12.2022

Flex Friday Over 40 and need to lose weight? Let's catch up with one of coach Alex's coaching clients to see how to achieve real results that last! Need help with your goals? Grab a jumpstart! https://betterdaily.live/jumpstart Start your FREEMIUM subscription today: https://betterdaily.live/app Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-v...

274 - GRIT II 01.12.2022

Word Thursday Coach Alex has learned alot since covering GRIT over a year ago! Let's dig in! Word Thursday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wordthursday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fai...

273 - Much Is Expected 30.11.2022

Wild Winsday Huge shout out to our community crushing the Faithful40 Challenge and a throwback to a powerful bible study. What does it mean "to whom much is given, much is expected"? Parable of the Talents Bible study - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jg8vhqbsu9vv53kHRiGu5?si=Ss2GljZKSZq3PU1vD3IaDg More bible studies - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zJnHgT1whmjU4bqbcYGqH?si=fd472ddbbffa41b5 Get...

272 - Grit Phase Nutrition (SUGAR) 29.11.2022

Nutrition Tip Tuesday The grit phase of the faithful40 challenge can teach us many things. Chief among them: BE PURPOSEFUL ABOUT YOUR SUGAR INTAKE! More Flex Fridays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/nutritiontiptuesday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become...

271 - Context Matters 28.11.2022

Mindset Monday Do you see the whole picture? Before you act, take a moment and consider the context! More Flex Fridays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/mindsetmonday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

270 - Landmine Row 25.11.2022

Flex Friday A powerful exercise for garage gym back muscle exercise! More Flex Fridays - https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/flexfriday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-co...

269 - THE CHILDREN 24.11.2022

Word Thursday Don't miss the childlike wonder of growth and development in the world. Word Thursday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wordthursday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-f...

268 - 15 Ways To Make Yourself Harder To Kill 23.11.2022

Wild Winsday Do we need to stay safe? Or do we just need to make ourselves harder to kill. Catch the full episode and graphic here: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/articles/21 More Wild Winsdays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wildwinsday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.wea...

267 - Vitamin D 22.11.2022

Nutrition Tip Tuesday It's that time of year again. The UV index has DROPPED! Time to supplement again. More Nutrition Tip Tuesday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/nutritiontiptuesday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

266 - Start Walking 21.11.2022

Mindset Monday "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalms 119:105 More Mindset Mondays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/mindsetmonday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcas...

265 - How To Read A Workout 18.11.2022

Flex Friday If we gave you a great workout program, would you be able to read it? More Flex Fridays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/flexfriday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fit...

264 - BETTER 17.11.2022

Word Thursday What is BETTER? Word Thursday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wordthursday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support .

263 - Be You T-Shirts 16.11.2022

Wild Winsday Our new "Be you. Just 1% Better Daily" T-shirts turned out great! Get in the app to get news when the next order goes live! More Wild Winsdays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/wildwinsday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of th...

262 - Nutrition Math 15.11.2022

Nutrition Tip Tuesday Don't be bad at math! More Nutrition Tip Tuesday: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/nutritiontiptuesday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex...

261 - Chew On It 14.11.2022

Mindset Monday We've all bitten off more than we can chew. More Mindset Mondays: https://betterdaily.disciplemedia.com/hashtag/mindsetmonday Get 1% - Every Day! https://betterdaily.live Music in Intro and Outro used with permission: "Doves" by We Are All Astronauts https://www.weareallastronauts.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-a...

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