The Soul Gym

"Changing Your Mind Will Change Your Life" There's a version of you that you've seen in your head. Performing at your best. Unshaken under pressure. Whole. The problem isn't that you don't want to be that person — it's that your mind keeps dragging you back to the old one. Lance and Steve have both been there. Steve Watson came into college as a top 5 tight end i...

Most athletes are losing battles they don't even know they're in — because they're fighting the wrong fight. The real war isn't physical. It's not mental. It's spiritual. And if you don't see it that way, you're never getting to the root. In this episode, Lance and Steve crack open the question every competitor needs to sit with: Do you actually see yourself...

Most athletes know how to push through. Few know how to activate. The wall is coming, the phone is ringing — and Luke Parker is about to show you how to answer. Luke Parker — elite CrossFit athlete, Mayhem Faith competitor, Get Strong Ministries, former D1 baseball player, husband and father of two — has lived at the edge of human performance. He rides the line of overtraining daily, pushing mind,...

You're your own worst opponent. And most athletes never talk about it. In this episode, Lance and Steve get raw. No highlights, no polished stories — just two guys who've lived it, naming the habits, patterns, and cycles that kept them bound longer than they want to admit. Because self-sabotage doesn't look like failure. Sometimes it looks like almost making it, over and over again....

In this episode, Steve and Lance break down what it truly means to seize the day by tapping into the Holy Spirit and walking with Him today —not tomorrow, not someday… today . We dive into Exodus 15–16 , where God teaches His people to rely on manna for the day , not stockpiles for the future. God was shaping them to trust His provision, not their circumstances. The same is true for us—so why do w...

This one’s heavy but hopeful. In response to recent tragedies in the U.S., we’re taking the field to talk real about people — how to stay rooted in Christ, pick the right crew, and love hard even when the world is loud and broken. We’re ex-athletes who’ve been in locker rooms and life rooms — we’ll share the playbook: core values that make decisions easier, how proximity shapes you, the power of w...

Fear isn’t something you outgrow—it’s something you face. We’ve both let fear control us at different points in life. It’s kept us from stepping into opportunities, made us believe lies about who we are, and even caused us to shrink back from the dreams God put on our hearts. Maybe you know that same fight. In this episode, we open up about the real ways fear has shown up in our lives—through past...

In this powerful episode of Kingdom Bros , we dive deep into what it truly means to BE YOU. We unpack how to become the best version of yourself through intentional rest , breaking free from false identities , and understanding who you are not . We explore what it means to be fully loved by God , confront the traps of superiority and inferiority complexes , and discuss how they distort your authen...

In this powerful episode of Kingdom Bros , we sit down with Ryan Shieh — a former college athlete, author, preacher, and host of the Pruned Podcast . At just 22 years old, Ryan brings a level of spiritual depth and self-awareness that’s rare in any generation. He’s not here to play church — he’s here to expose the dangers of Counterfeit Christianity . We dive deep into Ryan’s faith journey, his bo...

The most dangerous rut is the one you don’t even know you’re in. Life looks “fine,” but you feel stuck, uninspired, and disconnected from the fire you once had. In this episode, Lance and Steve pull back the curtain on what a rut really is—and how the quiet rhythms of comfort, busyness, and distraction can silently drain your purpose. Steve shares the story of getting fired, feeling paralyzed, and...

Are you stuck in the cycle of doing more, trying harder, and still feeling like you’re not enough for God? What if the approval you’re striving for... you already have ? In this episode, we unpack the life-changing truth of living from approval, not for it . We talk about the exhausting weight of religion, the power of relationship, and why Jesus came to set you free from performance-based faith....

What if the battles you face daily aren’t just physical... but spiritual? In this eye-opening episode, Kingdom Bros breaks down what many have never been told: the unseen world is real , the enemy is active , and Jesus has already won . We unpack what Scripture says about spiritual warfare, demonic influence, and how common practices—like consulting mediums, using Ouija boards, or following false...

Before David killed Goliath, he delivered bread. Before God multiplies, He tests stewardship. In this episode of Kingdom Bros , we explore how God has planned every detail —even the ones that feel small, unseen, or insignificant. From the parable of the talents to David’s humble delivery run, we reveal how greatness is built through faithful stewardship in the mundane . If you’ve ever questioned w...

Going the right direction is better than going faster - Ever tried to force your own plan instead of trusting God’s timing? In this episode, Lance and Steve dive into why God often makes us wait—to teach, shape, and prepare us. They share personal stories and powerful truths about active faith, releasing what holds us back, and receiving what’s next. If you’re in a season of waiting, this one’s fo...

Are you tired of carrying the weight of other people’s opinions? It’s time to let it go. In this episode of The Kingdom Bros Podcast , we’re breaking down how to break free from judgment, expectations, and the fear of what others think—so you can step into the authentic, purpose-driven life God has called you to. If you’ve ever struggled with people’s opinions holding you back, this one’s for you....

This is it—the final episode of The Planted Not Buried Podcast before we transition into The Kingdom Bros Podcast to take our mission of talking about God even further. And trust us, we’re going out with a bang. In Warrior Ways Part 2 , Steve Watson brings a powerful message on gratitude, sharing a deeply personal story about his dad’s sight and how it shaped his perspective. We dive into the powe...

It’s here—the very first episode of The Kingdom Bros Podcast ! 🎙️🔥 Join Lance Thonvold and Steve Watson as they break down the vision behind this new podcast, why they made the transition from Planted Not Buried , and what you can expect moving forward. This isn’t just a name change—it’s a mission upgrade. In this pilot episode, we lay it all out: our heart, our purpose, and our “why” behind brin...

The world tells us that power, status, and self-promotion are the keys to success. But Jesus offers a different path—one that challenges everything we think we know about getting ahead. In this episode of Warrior Ways , Lance Thonvold is joined by Steve Watson to break down the radical, countercultural ways of Jesus that redefine true strength. We dive into the warrior mindset Jesus calls us to em...

In this episode of Planted Not Buried, Lance Thonvold and Steve Watson dive into the power of surrendering to God’s plan. From trusting His timing to sustaining the anointing through self-care, they explore the difference between operating in your strength and thriving in His. Through the story of Simon Peter, they reveal how God’s way transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Tune in to dis...

On this episode of the Planted Not Buried podcast, hosts Lance Thonvold and Steve Watson sit down with evangelist, non-profit founder of Aim Missions, Ultra-Marathon Runner, and former D1 athlete Doug Elks. Doug shares his powerful story of growing up on an unsteady foundation and discovering how to trust God's timing and provision. He challenges us to reach "the one" wherever we go...

In this episode of Planted Not Buried, hosts Lance Thonvold and Steve Watson dive deep into the importance of Time with Jesus. This powerful conversation will inspire you to believe in what God can do through you. We are all ordinary people, but God desires to use us in extraordinary ways—to be His hands and feet for the Kingdom. Lance and Steve explore what it means to approach God with humility,...

In this powerful episode of Planted Not Buried, we dive into the extraordinary story of Jorge—a former standout athlete whose life took a dramatic turn after being burned from head to toe in a life-altering incident. What could have been the end of his story became the beginning of a divine encounter that changed everything. Jorge shares how God met him in the midst of his pain, igniting a faith s...

In this transformative episode, Lance Thonvold is joined by Steve Watson for an authentic conversation about navigating the journey from a secular mindset to a faith-centered life. Together, they dive deep into topics like identity, managing thoughts, and overcoming sin. They explore practical ways to make time for God, cultivate the habit of reading the Bible, and create intentional spaces for pr...

In this episode of Planted Not Buried , we sit down with former Major League All-Star pitcher turned evangelist, Dave Dravecky. Once at the height of his baseball career, Dave faced a life-altering setback when he lost his pitching arm. But instead of stepping away, he found a new calling, and for over 30 years, his faith has guided him in saving souls and inspiring countless lives. Tune in as Dav...

In this powerful episode of the Planted Not Buried podcast, Lance Thonvold and Steve Watson are joined by Brad St. Louis, a 10-year NFL veteran, for a deep and authentic conversation about the critical difference between being a good person and being a Godly person. Brad opens up about the near loss of his marriage during his 9th year in the NFL, sharing how he was blind to the struggles at home w...