The Warrior Up Podcast with Amy Smith

Send us Fan Mail DESCRIPTION: Fit Sisters, today’s episode is a coaching-style Q&A with real questions from women who love Jesus and want to care for their bodies without guilt, shame, or the pressure to strive. If you’ve been feeling tired, unmotivated, discouraged by progress, or stuck in the cycle of starting over, this episode is for you. We talk about consistency that’s rooted in identity...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, as we step into a new year, many of us carry hope for change, but also uncertainty about our bodies, our health, and our consistency. If you’ve ever thought, “Jesus, I love You… but I don’t trust my body right now,” this episode is for you. In this first episode of 2026, we’re laying the groundwork, not with pressure or perfection, but with trust . Trusting God with yo...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sister, If Christmas already feels full ~ full schedules, full expectations, and a tired body and mind ~ this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, I’m sharing 7 simple, practical ways to make room for Jesus this Christmas in your body, mind, and spirit, without adding more pressure to your plate. Forget about doing more or getting everything “right.” We're tal...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, have you ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged in your fitness journey? In this episode, I share 7 powerful Bible verses that remind us we are overcomers through Christ, even when workouts feel impossible, life is chaotic, or progress seems slow. I get real and personal, sharing stories from my own fitness journey: from pushing through injury to running my first...

Send us Fan Mail The holidays can be beautiful, but they can also bring stress, overeating, exhaustion, and distraction from Jesus. In this episode, we dive into three biblical, science-backed ways to stay Christ-centered and physically healthy through the season. You’ll learn how to anchor your days in Jesus, move your body as an act of worship, and practice Spirit-led self-control with food, and...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sister in Jesus, If the holidays usually throw off your routines and leave you feeling scattered, this episode is for you. I’m sharing how just 10 intentional minutes a day, plus a few minutes with Jesus in the Word, can steady your mood, fuel your energy, and keep your heart anchored in Him all season long. I’ll walk you through why these short workouts work, how simple d...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sisters! The holidays are officially here, and also, the lights, the laughter, the sweet treats, and… the temptations! It’s so easy to slip into “I’ll start again in January” mode, but what if this year, we did things differently? In this episode, we’re talking about how to stay fit, focused, and faithful through the holiday season, without guilt, overwhelm, or hitting pau...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, as women in our 40s, 50s, and beyond, our bodies start to change. Hormones shift, metabolism slows, and sometimes what used to work just doesn’t anymore. But here’s the good news: we’re not powerless! God has given us wisdom, strength, and discipline to steward our health in every season. In this heartfelt and practical episode, I share my recent perimenopause health w...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sisters! This one’s for every woman who wants to stay strong, steady, and full of life through every season. In this episode, we’re diving into the three disciplines that will help you thrive in your 40s and beyond. You’ll learn, too, how gratitude fuels your workouts and a renewed mind transforms your health from the inside out. Because you can’t heal a body you hate, but...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sister in Jesus, if anxiety has been weighing on your heart, this episode is for you. We’re inviting the Holy Spirit into our thoughts, emotions, and temples to learn how to fight fear from the inside out ~ with truth, grace, and practical tools for your spirit, mind, and body. You’ll discover how to renew your thoughts, calm your body, and anchor your peace in Jesus. Reme...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister in Jesus, have you been feeling weary, stretched thin, or like your body just isn’t keeping up with your heart to serve God? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share encouragement and biblical truth to help you reset your energy and joy in body, mind, and spirit. You’ll discover how to move with purpose, fuel your body God’s way, and hear His voice more clearly as you...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, when life feels heavy, remember ~ you can still live abundantly with Jesus at the center. In this episode, we'll talk about how to trade stress, fatigue, and anxiety for His peace and strength, so you can rebuild your spirit, mind, and body with FAITH and JOY one day at a time. We're talking about how to trade that heaviness for His strength by overcoming thr...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, are you doing everything ‘right’ but still not losing the weight? Maybe you’ve tried diets, workouts, tracking apps, and even thought about pills or shots like Ozempic. But deep down, you know something’s missing. Today we’re breaking down the real reasons weight isn’t coming off—and what God’s Word says about finding breakthrough and lasting change in Him. And, if you...

Send us Fan Mail I’m back after a two-month break and the release of my book Get Fit On Purpose —and I couldn’t stay quiet any longer. Fit Sister, the battle is real, the days are heavy, but Jesus wins. This is our rally cry to rise up as daughters of God and step boldly into our mission. In this episode, you’ll hear:  → Why now is the turning point for believers who refuse to back down  → How to...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things, but the scale won’t budge and your energy still feels off? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re uncovering 7 surprising habits that might be quietly sabotaging your progress, even while you’re putting in the effort. From hidden sugars in your morning coffee to not eating enough protein or getting enough sle...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, if you’ve been feeling stuck lately, I want you to know you’re not alone. Maybe you're battling sugar cravings, overwhelmed with everything on your plate, or just tired of starting over again and again. I see you. And I promise there is hope. In this episode, we’re talking about four common struggles so many women face in their health journey and how to overcome t...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a fitness book becomes a lifeline for the weary and a weapon for the called? This week on The Warrior Up Podcast, you're going to meet Marcy (and you will absolutely love her and her heart!). She is a Jesus-loving wife, mom, and warrior woman who is already on fire for God. But when she read Get Fit On Purpose , something stirred even deeper. She saw it as a...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sister! In this episode, I share how the 31 for 31 Challenge will help you do a soul detox with God's Word, and food that fuels, and build strength ~ spiritually, mentally, and physically ~ with Jesus leading every step. To join the challenge and get a FREE month, simply buy my new book Get Fit on Purpose , post a photo with it, and tag me or reach out on social media...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sisters, this one’s personal. One week after the release of Get Fit On Purpose, I’m sitting down with my best friend, prayer partner, and husband to talk about the story behind the book. We’re getting real about: His time in prison when we were newly married, God’s redemptive power to flip the script, the chaos (and comedy) of the writing process And why this message is for ev...

Send us Fan Mail Today is the day! Get Fit on Purpose is officially live and ready for YOU. In this special launch episode, I’m sharing the heart behind the book ~ how it was born from prayer, passion, and the desire to see you rise, thrive, and live stronger in Jesus in every part of your life: spirit, mind, and body. This isn’t just a fitness book. It’s a call to live as God’s champion. Whether...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister… I’ve got exciting news you don’t want to miss! In this episode, I’m sharing the heart behind my brand-new book Get Fit on Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body, which officially launches in ONE WEEK!  PLUS… I’ll give you 3 powerful and practical ways to start losing weight today that don’t involve crazy diets or killing y...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sister, ever hit a wall when you were doing everything “right”? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m sharing the unexpected setback in my Get Fit on Purpose book launch! And the good news: it’s only delayed by a week! God’s timing is perfect, even when ours gets disrupted. I’m opening up and sharing three powerful ways you can persevere through trials and setbacks, whether i...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sis in Christ, what if this summer could be the start of something different? What if you got fit on purpose—with Jesus at the center—and did it alongside a sisterhood of women who love God and want to grow stronger in spirit, mind, and body? In this episode, I’m sharing something very special—a free Faith, Fitness, and Food Challenge to help you reset, refocus, and rise up in...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sisters, are you relying on quick fixes or God's strength for your health? In this powerful episode, we uncover the hidden dangers of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and the deeper health crisis our nation is facing. More importantly, we talk about three powerful, God-honoring strategies to lose weight, gain strength, and walk in true freedom--without harmful shortcuts. Jo...

Send us Fan Mail Fit Sisters, have you ever struggled with negative self-talk, comparison, or feeling like your worth is tied to how you look? You're not alone. In this episode, Christian trauma therapist Gina Birkemeier joins me to unpack the real struggles women face with body image, fitness, and self-worth. We're diving into the hidden self-talk that holds us back, healing from past w...