Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms

Leave a review! As an active Christian mom, setting goals can feel overwhelming—especially when life is already so busy. In this episode, we uncover the top 3 goal-setting mistakes holding you back from achieving your dreams and balancing your faith, family, and fitness. (and what's a better way to approach goals- hint: it's not SMART goals!) I’ll guide you through how to set intentional...

Leave a review! The holidays are over, but if you're like many women I coach, you might still carry guilt about the extra treats or skipped workouts.  It’s time to let it go! In this episode, we’ll unpack the post-holiday pressure to “fix” your body and replace it with the truth of who God says you are. I’m sharing practical steps to embrace grace, rebuild strength, and move forward with a mi...

Leave a review! Overwhelmed by the holiday hustle? I get you. Juggling a toddler, full-time business, ministry, and family responsibility can be a lot!  That's why in this episode, you'll discover why slowing down this Christmas might just be the key to finding more peace, joy, and connection with loved ones.  We’ll unpack simple, practical strategies to ditch the stress, focus on what m...

Leave a review! Let’s be real—holidays can get crazy .  The to-do lists are endless, the stress piles up, and before you know it, you’re ready to throw in the towel. But what if I told you that there’s a way to flip the script?   In this episode, we’re diving into 3 powerhouse Bible verses that can take your holiday chaos and transform it into calm.   I’m talking about finding peace, regaining foc...

Leave a review! It's December, and suddenly we're flooded with probing questions ... Questions like ... " hey ...what do you want for Christmas this year?" SUDDEN FREEZE ...  You could ... Tell them "you don't want anything" (but really ... there are things you could use and need, we just can't think of them) OR tell them something generic because you don&ap...

Leave a review! Are you a new mom who wants to restore your core strength after birth? If so, you've likely heard the term Diastasis Recti. In today's episode, we dive into what (exactly) Diastasis Recti is, debunk some common myths, and even give you a powerful process to try at home so you can take the next step in your journey towards a stronger core and more stable lifts. By making a...

Leave a review! It's no secret that motherhood is unpredictable, and time becomes a black hole.  And if you're the mom who's juggling littles while trying to get your energy and strengh back after birth, you know the struggle it can be to find time to workout. Maybe you find yourself thinking "I just can't workout this week" or "I'll start again next month&q...

Leave a review! Productivity is a drug that never satisfies. At least for me it never did. I'd run from task to task without stopping to eat lunch, take a deep breath, go to bed on time, or go for a relaxing walk and wondered why I always felt this deep pit of exhaustion by the end of the week. If that sounds like you, can I invite you to participate in a lesson that God taught me the hard wa...

Leave a review! Feeling weak in your core is like having the wind knocked out of you, except you can't just lie there and recoup ... you're forced to live life and press on as a busy mom. But, even while pregnancy can impact your core strength, rebuilding it isn't impossible (nor does it take a lifetime!)!  And, #spoileralert it takes more than "just doing more kegels." In...

Leave a review! Are you the woman who grew up in the church, and maybe struggles to feel the joy that comes when you feel beautiful in your body? Or maybe you've wrestled with body shame so long that the thought of feeling beautiful feels distant even though you've seen your body's health improve postpartum ... If so, you're not alone! Almost two years postpartum, I've fel...

Leave a review! What mom doesn't want a home that feels like a peaceful sanctuary, am I right? Yet, how many of us struggle to feel at peace amidst clutter, piles of dishes, and pressing schedules of get-togethers, errands, and responsibilities? It can feel like a losing battle to protect our home from the chaos and as a result chronic stress can create hormone imbalances, weight gain, and ev...

Leave a review!  Are you torn between lifting weights, managing laundry, work responsibilities AND loving your kids? You're not alone! Many moms struggle to feel like they're balancing it all (myself included!)   In this episode of Overcoming Mom Guilt , we explore the challenges faced by active Christian moms who balance fitness, family, and faith. Join me as I share three powerful step...

Leave a review! Are you hoping to become pregnant, in the beginning stages of pregnancy, or maybe thinking about baby number two and wondering how you can stay strong and active in your pregnancy? ME TOO. But with so much conflicting information and generalized and unhelpful "advice," it can be tough to know how to modify our training and fitness in the first trimester (let alone get thr...

Leave a review! This podcast took over a YEAR to make, but it's HERE!  In today's SPECIAL episode, you're getting the nitty gritty details (some spared) of my son's birth story and some powerful takeaways I learned through labor and delivery.  Buckle up, things get rather bumpy!  I pray this blesses you! In His Strength, Laura Lindahl

Leave a review! Do you ever wonder what God thinks about your postpartum health and fitness goals? Sometimes we can overlook the fact that the Bible is more than just a collection of stories, insights about God's character, and instructions for Godly living, but is also a rich source of wisdom that applies to our health and fitness as mothers. In this episode, I'm excited to dive into 5...

Leave a review! Does the thought of lifting with a barbell or picking up the weights on the bottom shelf of the free weight section make you feel uneasy?  Maybe it's the looks from the other gym goers, or the risk of hurting yourself that hold you back. If so, I totally get it! (I had both of these just a few years ago!)  In today's episode, you're getting 4 PIVOTAL mindset shifts n...

Leave a review! Are you tired of your training getting disrupted every 28-32 days? Want to feel balanced and at peace with your body's hormones? I get you! As a busy mom who got her period back 6 months postpartum, AND had severe PMS symptoms in high school, I knew I wanted to get my hormones balanced as quickly as possible. That's why I started implementing a few POWERFUL pivots in my t...

Leave a review! Have you ever found yourself haunted by the words of well-meaning family members who told you that certain foods were "bad" for you? (raises her hand, it's me too!) Would you LOVE to sit down and fully enjoy a doughnut and delight in God's great design for delicious food while still practicing healthy habits that honor the Lord? Sounds too good to be true? Well...

Leave a review!  Are you tired of the hampster wheel of weight loss? Do you feel tired, like you’re running out of weight loss options to try? But, also terrified to give it up? Maybe you’re like me and you’ve tried everything, Whole 30, running extra miles, doing HIIT, wearing a sweat suit,  or the grapefruit and toast diet (yes, it’s a thing). I get it.  My dream was to be able to fit into my je...

Leave a review! Have you been feeling the itch to build muscle? Do you ever get caught up in thinking you don't have enough equipment to even get started? Or maybe you're following random YouTube workout videos and aren't noticing the progress you want in your strength. Maybe you think that's all you can do with those 8 or 5 lb dumbells. In 2020, I started my home gym with just...

Leave a review! Have you ever looked in the mirror and had a hard time coming to peace with what you saw? Maybe you're like I was and sat in denial about the dissonance between your body and brain. (spoiler alert: the denial didn't help me!)  I get it! There can be a very real disconnect between how we see our body and how others see our body, and for believers how God see's our bod...

Leave a review! On today’s episode, we’re conquering worry by diving into lesser stories in the Bible, and by finding the wonder of God in the world around us. Joining us is special guest Jen Weaver! ( @thejenweaver ). In today’s episode, we will be discussing: Why partnership with God is a crucial step in conquering worry ( and what it means ) How to be curious and find wonder in the world around...

Leave a review! Have you ever found yourself starting a new workout plan, only to fall into a rut and start missing workouts a few days in? Maybe you feel like you’re behind, and not doing it “right”. It can feel defeating. But why not learn some practical tips to rebuild your momentum and stop playing catch-up. We are talking about BIG changes by making small tweaks in your daily routine through...

Leave a review! On today’s special episode, you’re getting a backstage pass to celebrate the struggles and successes of Nyla Wiebe ( @nylawiebe ) in her journey of healing from Orthorexia. Maybe you’re wondering what orthorexia is… And that’s why in today’s episode, you’ll discover: What is orthorexia and why it’s not easily recognized in today’s society Why disordered eating and exercise are ofte...

Leave a review! 8 months ago my husband and I made the decision to ban our television to the closet. A “ TV time-out ”, if you will. And it was probably one of the best decisions we have made. Before, I found myself struggling to find the time and energy to be the wife, mom, friend, and church volunteer that I wanted to be, and I knew something had to change. So I did an evaluation to see how I co...