The Warrior Up Podcast with Amy Smith

Amy Smith

Hey Warrior Sister, I’m Amy! Welcome to the Warrior Up Podcast! This weekly podcast is a special place where we can seek God together for our healthiest and fittest bodies, minds, and spirits, and be authentic in our life journeys. My heart and mission is to inspire and motivate you through the love, truth, and grace of Jesus Christ to make the most of every day and to MOVE forward into your best life in Him and for Him. I’m still a work in progress, but God has given me freedom in every way! With over 25 years of experience in the fitness world and a lifetime of walking with the Lord, He has put a fire in my heart to help you walk in your freedom and to ENJOY the process. I mean, we GET to do this! We get to live for Jesus and get fit HIS way! Let’s Warrior Up for such a time as this!

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 165 Who Is Jesus, Really? | Part 4: The Evidence That Demands a Decision

    Send us Fan Mail Who is Jesus, REALLY? This may be one of the most important questions we will ever answer because what we believe about Jesus affects EVERYTHING. In Part 4 of our “Who Told You That?” series, we’re digging into what Jesus actually said about Himself, what Scripture says about who He is, and why Christians believe that Jesus isn’t simply a good teacher, prophet, or spiritual leader. He is GOD, He is Savior, and He is the ONLY way to the Father. We’ll look at 5 distinct claims Jesus made that explicitly or implicitly reveal His deity and His oneness with the Father. We’ll also dig into the incredible truth of Colossians 1:15–23, parts of Hebrews 1, and other Scriptures that show us exactly who Jesus is. I also briefly compare what several other religions and belief systems teach about Jesus, including Islam, Mormonism, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Hindu traditions, and Buddhism, because they don’t all say the same thing about Him. And what we believe matters. But I want to take this even deeper. If we’re going to become WHOLE and truly FIT in spirit, mind, and body, we have to start with JESUS. We can work on our bodies. We can eat better. We can exercise. We can chase goals and build better habits. But if our spirit is out of alignment, our WHY eventually gets out of alignment too. When JESUS becomes the center, our WHY changes. We don’t just want a stronger body. We want a body that is ready to serve Him. We don’t just want a healthier mind. We want a mind renewed by His truth. We don’t just want to live longer. We want to LIVE the life God has given us wholeheartedly and use it for His glory. That is what being spiritually fit is all about. Jesus said, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6 So open your Bible, open your heart, and come dig into this with me. Because if Jesus really IS who He claimed to be, then we can’t just admire Him. We have a decision to make. Who do YOU say Jesus is? And is He truly at the CENTER of your life? I'd love to hear your thoughts after you listen. Share this episode with someone who has questions about the Bible and Jesus or is searching for the truth. ******** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️  My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  2. Aug 5

    Ep. 164 Can You Trust the Bible? | Part 3: The Evidence That Changes Everything

    Send us Fan Mail Can you really trust the Bible? In a world that says, "Your truth is your truth," how do we know what is actually true? In this episode series of The Warrior Up Podcast, we're taking an honest look at one of the most important questions you can ask: Is the Bible reliable? We'll explore the historical evidence, archaeological discoveries, ancient manuscripts, and fulfilled prophecy that have given millions of believers confidence that God's Word is trustworthy. My prayer is that this conversation will strengthen your faith, equip you to confidently share the hope you have in Jesus, and encourage you to know God more deeply through His Word. Because our faith isn't built on wishful thinking or blind belief. It's rooted in the truth of God's revealed Word and ultimately in the person of Jesus Christ. I'd love to hear your thoughts after you listen. Share this episode with someone who has questions about the Bible or is searching for the truth. ******** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️  My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  3. Jul 29

    Ep. 163 Who Is God, Really? | Part 2: The Question That Changes Everything

    Send us Fan Mail Last week we asked, "Who told you that?" This week we're asking an even bigger question: Who is God... really? The way you see God shapes the way you see everything else. If your view of Him has been formed by culture, painful experiences, or even what someone else has told you instead of Scripture, it changes the way you trust Him, follow Him, and even see yourself. In this episode, we'll discover how God has revealed Himself through creation, through His Word, and ultimately through Jesus Christ. We'll explore why knowing God changes everything, replacing false pictures of Him with the truth revealed in His Son. Because when we know God as He has revealed Himself, we begin to understand His Word, our identity, our purpose, and even why caring for our spirit, mind, and body matters. Key Scriptures: John 14:9 Hebrews 1:3 Colossians 1:15 Jeremiah 9:23-24 John 17:3 Romans 1:20 Psalm 19:1 I'd love to hear from you. What has helped you know God more deeply? If this episode encourages you, please subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast, leave a review, and share it with another woman who wants to know Jesus more deeply. Thank you so much for journeying with me! ******** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️  My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  4. Jul 22

    Ep. 162 Who Told You That? | Part 1: Training Your Heart and Mind to Follow Jesus

    Send us Fan Mail Hey Fit Sister, Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, Who told me that? Every day, we're surrounded by voices telling us who we are, what matters most, and how we should live. But what if some of those voices aren't leading us toward Jesus at all? In this first episode of a brand-new series, we'll open God's Word together and discover why what we believe shapes every part of our lives. We'll go back to the Garden of Eden, talk about one of the most important lessons God taught me as a young woman, and learn how to train our hearts and minds to follow Jesus instead of the world. My prayer is that this episode helps you recognize the Shepherd's voice more clearly, stand firmly on the truth of Scripture, and joyfully surrender every part of your life to Him. Scriptures: Genesis 3, Romans 12:1-2, Proverbs 4:23, Luke 6:45, John 10:27, 2 Corinthians 10:5, and more. If this episode encourages you, please share it with another woman who needs this reminder, and subscribe to the Warrior Up Podcast as we continue growing stronger together in spirit, mind, and body, not for our glory, but always for His. 💜✝️ ******** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️  My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  5. Jul 15

    Ep. 161 What Does the Bible Really Say About Your Body? | A Christian Response to Body Positivity & Self-Love

    Send us Fan Mail Let’s talk, Fit Sister… What does the Bible really say about your body? We live in a culture filled with conflicting messages. Body positivity tells us one thing. Fitness culture tells us another. Social media, influencers, and the world all have opinions about how we should look, feel, and think about our bodies. But as Christian women, there’s a much more important question we need to ask: What does God say? In Episode 161 of the Warrior Up Podcast, we’re opening God’s Word and having an honest conversation about body image, body positivity, self-love, health, fitness, aging, and what it really means to honor God with the bodies He has given us. After more than 30 years in the fitness industry, I’ve watched women obsess over their bodies, hate their bodies, neglect their bodies, and make their bodies their identity. I’ve had to let God change some of my own thinking through the years too. The Bible gives us a better way. Aren’t you so thankful? In this episode, we’ll talk about: 💜 Why your body matters to God without becoming your identity 💜 What creation, the Fall, redemption, and resurrection teach us about our bodies 💜 The difference between body obsession, body hatred, and biblical stewardship 💜 Why caring for your health can become an act of worship 💜 How to think about weight, fitness, aging, hormones, pain, and physical limitations through a biblical worldview 💜 The question that can change the way you care for your body: “Lord, how can I honor You with the body You’ve entrusted to me today?” Your body is not your identity. Jesus is. (Can I get an Amen?) But your body does matter to God. He created it, Christ redeemed you, the Holy Spirit dwells within believers, and one day God will raise His people in glory. So instead of allowing culture to tell us how to think about our bodies, let’s go back to the truth of God’s Word and learn what it means to faithfully care for the bodies He has entrusted to us. If this episode encourages you, please share it with another woman who needs this reminder, and subscribe to the Warrior Up Podcast as we continue growing stronger together in spirit, mind, and body, not for our glory, but always for His. 💜✝️ ******** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here: https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️  My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  6. Jul 8

    Ep. 160 Stop Getting in Your Own Way | 3 Lies That Keep Christian Women Stuck

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you're the one standing in the way of the life God is calling you to live? Maybe you've been telling yourself... • "I'll start when the time is right." • "If I can't do it perfectly, why even try?" • "My life doesn't really matter." Warrior Sister, those aren't God's words. They're lies that keep us stuck. In this episode, I'm sharing three of the biggest lies I've watched Christian women believe over my 30+ years in ministry and fitness, and more importantly, the truth from God's Word that sets us free. We'll talk about: Why waiting for the "perfect time" keeps us from taking today's next step. How the all-or-nothing mindset quietly sabotages our faith, health, and purpose. The deepest lie the enemy wants you to believe, and why your life, your obedience, and your calling matter more than you know. Jesus isn't asking you to be perfect. He's inviting you to faithfully take your next step with Him. I pray this conversation encourages you to stop settling, renew your mind with God's truth, and become stronger in your spirit, mind, and body so you can courageously fulfill the calling He has placed on your life. Scripture: Luke 9:23 If this episode encourages you, would you take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another Warrior Sister? You never know how God may use one simple act of obedience to change someone's life. Let's Warrior Up together. ****** For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here:https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  7. Jul 1

    Ep. 159 God is Still Calling You (What We Learned at the Dream Center)

    Send us Fan Mail Fit friend in Christ, have you ever wondered if God still has a purpose for your life... or if you've missed your opportunity? In this episode, my husband, Tim, and I share what God taught us during our recent trip to the Los Angeles Dream Center. We went expecting to encourage others, but once again, God used the experience to encourage and challenge us. We talk about the incredible transformation we witnessed in the lives of women whose hearts have been changed by Jesus, the quiet faithfulness of people serving behind the scenes, and a personal moment when we sensed God confirming a calling He's placed on our hearts for many years. Most of all, we want to remind you of this truth: Jesus is still changing lives. God is still using ordinary people. And He is still calling His children to take their next step of faith. Whether you've been discouraged, delayed by fear, or simply wondering what God is asking you to do next, we pray this conversation encourages you to trust Him one step at a time. In this episode we discuss: • Why no one is too far gone for God's grace • The power of simple faithfulness • What it means to walk in obedience, even when the future feels uncertain • How God often prepares us for years before He says, "Go" • Practical ways to take your next step with Jesus today Scriptures shared: • Ezekiel 36:26 • Luke 16:10 • Joshua 1:9 • 2 Timothy 1:7 If this episode encourages you, would you take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs the reminder that God isn't finished with her story. For more Christ-centered encouragement, workouts, and resources, visit crosstrain180.com. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for Christ-centered workouts & much more: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here:https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

  8. Jun 24

    Ep. 158 When Shame Says Stay Away but Jesus Says Come Home | Rachel's Story of Redemption & Recovery

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you've gone too far, messed up too much, or disappointed God beyond repair? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, my sweet friend Rachel shares her story of redemption, recovery, and the incredible grace of Jesus. Rachel and I talk about how we met through my FitCamp workouts taken to the Dream Center and online workouts, Bible study, and our deep connection to the Los Angeles DC. She shares what her life looked like when she first came to the Dream Center, the struggles she faced, and the lessons God taught her through some very difficult seasons. But what makes Rachel's story so powerful is not just what she walked through. It's that she had the courage to come back. So many people allow shame to convince them to stay away from God, from church, and from the very people who love them most. Rachel chose a different path. She came back to Jesus. She came back to community. She came back to hope. Today, God is continuing to heal, restore, and use her life to encourage others. If you've ever felt unworthy, ashamed, stuck, or far from God, this episode is for you. Jesus is still in the business of restoring lives. Your story is not over. There is always hope. Connect with Amy: CrossTrain180.com YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs the reminder that God's grace is greater than their past. Thank you from my heart. 📕 Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God’s Champion in Spirit, Mind & Body on Amazon. -- ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: https://a.co/d/1PQz9Hu 🏋🏻‍♀️ Ready for more support? Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe for Christ-centered workouts, meal plans, and a powerful community walking this out together. Join here:https://crosstrain180.com/join-warriorup-fitcamp-ondemand/ ✔️ My YouTube Channel ~ CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith: https://youtube.com/@crosstrain180withamysmith7 ✔️ My website: https://crosstrain180.com ✔️ Instagram: @amysmithfit180 Profile Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.smith.1654700 💌 Email me at crosstrain180@gmail.com RESOURCES: Get Fit On Purpose: 7 Disciplines to Rise and Thrive as God's Champion in Spirit, Mind, and Body Subscribe to The Warrior Up Podcast Join the Warrior Women for Jesus Tribe Subscribe on YouTube: CrossTrain180 with Amy Smith

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Hey Warrior Sister, I’m Amy! Welcome to the Warrior Up Podcast! This weekly podcast is a special place where we can seek God together for our healthiest and fittest bodies, minds, and spirits, and be authentic in our life journeys. My heart and mission is to inspire and motivate you through the love, truth, and grace of Jesus Christ to make the most of every day and to MOVE forward into your best life in Him and for Him. I’m still a work in progress, but God has given me freedom in every way! With over 25 years of experience in the fitness world and a lifetime of walking with the Lord, He has put a fire in my heart to help you walk in your freedom and to ENJOY the process. I mean, we GET to do this! We get to live for Jesus and get fit HIS way! Let’s Warrior Up for such a time as this!

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