Grit And Grace

In this episode, Christy and Bethany are diving deeper into what it really takes to rewire your thinking and create lasting change. From stacking micro-wins and controlling the controllable to navigating midlife transitions and stress with grace, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical tools, and powerful reminders that your mindset shapes your health, habits, and future. They talk a...

Bethany sits down with Christy to trace her path from Marine to coach, unpack the Breaking Barriers framework, and dig into sustainable nutrition, training that fits real life, faith, and sobriety. Candid stories, practical takeaways, and a rapid-fire finish.

Hormones affect far more than menopause—and the myths around them keep many women confused and even afraid of treatment. In this episode of Grit & Grace , Christy sits down with Nurse Practitioner Bethany Starks to tackle the most common hormone misconceptions. Together they break down: – Why hormones matter at every age – The truth about lab testing vs. guessing by symptoms – Whether hormone...

In this episode, Christy and Bethany take you along for their Boston adventure, from countless Ubers and thousands of steps, to celebrating Bethany’s Boston Marathon qualification. They share the highs, the laughs, the unexpected turns of travel, and the deeper thread of friendship woven through it all. Whether you’re a runner, a traveler, or simply love a good story of grit and connection, this c...

In this episode, Bethany Starks of Grace Wellness and Christy Dunton of Breaking Barriers unpack the powerful connection between stress, inflammation, and your overall health. From brain fog and fatigue to hormone imbalance and gut issues—chronic stress doesn’t just affect your mood, it literally reshapes your biology. You’ll learn:How stress fuels systemic inflammationWhy your thoughts and belief...

Fasting has been called everything from a fad to a miracle reset. But what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what actually works? In this episode of Grit & Grace , Bethany Starks and Christy Dunton break down the science behind fasting, tackle common myths, and explore the mindset shifts that make fasting sustainable. From metabolism and mood to cellular repair and longevity, you’ll learn why fastin...

Grit and Grace: What We Learned at Grandma’s MarathonIn this episode, Christy Dunton and Bethany Starks share the highs, lows, and lessons from running Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth, MN. From race day nerves to finish line triumphs, we’re talking about resilience, friendship, faith, and the mindset it takes to keep showing up, on the road and in life. Whether you’re a runner or just chasing a big g...

We’re your hosts, Bethany Starks of Grace Wellness and Christy Dunton of Breaking Barriers. Each week, we’re diving into practical topics that help you optimize your health, mindset, fitness, and faith. Whether you’re on the go, at the gym, or just needing a little midweek motivation, we’re here to walk alongside you with encouragement, evidence-based insight, and a few laughs along the way. Let’s...