The Refinery Movement Podcast

AJ Amrhein
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Welcome to The Refinery Movement Podcast — where faith meets fitness and women of God are equipped to grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit. Hosted by AJ Amrhein, a Christian strength and conditioning coach, and former WWE Superstar, this show is for women who are ready to break free from the world’s extremes — the sin of neglect and the idol of the mirror — and step into true, biblical health. Each episode blends spiritual truth, practical training, and real-life encouragement to help you honor God through discipline, consistency, and stewardship of the body He gave you. Here, we believe health isn’t about perfection — it’s about purpose. You’ll find motivation, education, and community that reminds you that refining your body and your faith go hand in hand. ✨ Join the movement.Grow in strength, deepen your faith, and live as the woman God designed you to be. 👉 Learn more at therefinerymovement.com

  1. 5D AGO

    Navigating Nutrition During Holidays

    Today’s episode is all about giving you girls some helpful and practical faith-based tips and tricks as you navigate nutrition during holidays and events around amazing food! Spoiler alert…it’s not about restriction!! This episode will especially be helpful to those who tend to binge occasionally. Enjoy!

    13 min

  2. MAR 29

    Kindness

    I recorded this episode on Palm Sunday 2026 and it was inspired by father Mike Schmitz’ homily. As I entered Holy Week this year - I’ve been reflecting on the kindness Jesus had, and how  the root of this virtue is sacrificial love. This one is a shorter minipod - but I just needed to share this because it really moved me. Praying it helps others become more like Jesus!

    5 min

  3. MAR 23

    Life & Living with Godly Habits | The One Habit That Changes Everything

    What if the life you’re living right now is simply the result of the habits you’ve been practicing? In this episode, we zoom out and talk about life itself—why we’re here, how quickly it passes, and what it actually means to live with intention in light of eternity. Because the truth is… we are not just filling time. We are stewarding it. Your habits aren’t small. They are shaping who you are becoming. And while there are many habits that can improve your life, there is one that will transform everything—your thoughts, your peace, your purpose, and your direction: Prayer. We break down why prayer is the anchor habit that aligns your life with God, renews your mind, and shifts your perspective from temporary to eternal. You’ll also learn the two things required to retrain your brain—so you can stop living in negativity, stop wasting your time, and start walking in clarity, purpose, and joy. Because this life? It’s a blink of an eye. And eternity is real. We talk about developing a healthy reverence for God—not out of fear that paralyzes, but a fear that awakens you to truth: death, heaven, hell, and the weight of how you choose to live today. And to close, we anchor everything in two powerful virtues that will draw you closer to God and carry you through any season: Discipline and perseverance. This episode will challenge you, ground you, and call you higher. You don’t need a perfect life. You need Godly habits. I got a lot of this content actually from an awesome book I’m reading, 33 Days Til Eucharistic Glory, and the Bible in A year Podcast by father Mike! Hope y’all enjoy and hope this helps get you closer to God!

    19 min

  4. MAR 15

    Rest intervals part 2: the mindset behind not being able to slow down

    Most women have been taught to approach fitness the same way they approach life in a hustle culture—go faster, burn more, never slow down. But that’s not the design God gave us. In this episode, AJ breaks down the surprising power of rest intervals—not just in your workouts, but in the way you approach your entire life. Starting with the creation story, we explore how God built a rhythm of work and rest into the very fabric of the world. Adam and Eve’s first full day wasn’t spent grinding—it was spent resting with God. From the very beginning, humanity was designed to work from rest, not for rest. AJ then connects that bigger picture to the modern fitness culture many women are trapped in: constant cardio, chasing exhaustion, and believing that sweating more means achieving more. But when it comes to building strength, muscle, and long-term health, rest is not laziness—it’s strategy. In this episode you’ll learn: • Why rest intervals are essential for building lean muscle • The physiological reason strength training requires recovery between sets • Why “cardio bunny” culture keeps women stuck in burnout cycles • How discipline in the gym mirrors spiritual discipline in life • How God’s design for rhythms of work and rest leads to greater strength—physically and spiritually If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down in your workouts—or in your life—this episode will challenge the way you think about effort, discipline, and rest. Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do… is pause, recover, and prepare for the next rep. If you need knowledge about how the different energy systems work and how long to actually rest, check out my other episode about rest intervals!!

    12 min

  5. MAR 6

    The Discipline of Belief: Stop Waiting, Start Moving

    So many women never start the thing God placed on their heart because they’re waiting for it to be perfect. But faith rarely looks polished at the beginning. In this episode, AJ shares the powerful truth that every meaningful calling starts messy. From flipping off picnic tables in the park to competing on one of the best acrobatics teams in the nation… and now building a faith-driven coaching business and app — the journey has been full of trial, error, refinement, and growth. You’ll hear how God uses imperfect beginnings to shape discipline, resilience, and purpose. AJ also dives into: • Why failure is actually part of God’s refining process • What Ruth, and Esther teach us about courageous faith • Why we are called to live by faith, not by sight • The role of discipline, habits, and renewing your mind • How God establishes your steps when you move in obedience If you’ve been hesitating to start something because you feel unprepared, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start moving in faith. God doesn’t need perfection to begin working in your life. He just needs your yes. Scripture referenced in this episode: 2 Corinthians 5:7 Proverbs 16:9 2 Corinthians 10:5 2 Timothy 1:7 If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that faith often starts messy. And if you’re ready to build stronger habits in your faith, fitness, and mindset, come join us inside The Refinery Movement App where women are learning to live strong, disciplined, and refined lives together.

    11 min

  6. MAR 2

    Extreme & Enslaved: When ‘Healthy’ Is Actually Bondage

    This episode is for the women who don’t struggle with laziness… they struggle with extremes. The ones who overtrain. Under-eat. Track every gram. Spiral when the plan changes. Call it “discipline” — but deep down know it feels like bondage. If anyone understands extremes, it’s me. I was diagnosed with severe OCD at 7 years old. I counted everything — steps, chews, toothbrush strokes, the direction I turned. I believed if I could control enough, I could feel safe. That mindset didn’t disappear when I grew up. It just disguised itself as “health,” “fitness,” and “discipline.” In this episode, I share my testimony — how control became my comfort, how extremes became my identity, and how God slowly showed me that obsession is not obedience… and discipline without peace is not freedom. The enemy doesn’t just tempt us with laziness. Sometimes he tempts us with intensity. God is not calling you to white-knuckle your way into holiness or health. He’s calling you into freedom. If your “healthy lifestyle” feels like a prison… this one is for you.

    12 min

  7. FEB 23

    What is Lent?

    I’m gonna talk today about what exactly Lent is! I’m gonna share some really great things my Priest, Father Mills shared today and I hope this helps because it helped me :)

    13 min

  8. FEB 16

    Biblical Love

    This Valentine’s Day, we’re diving into all things love — but not the kind the world sells you. Sacrificial love. Not butterflies. Not emotional highs. Not the highlight-reel romance. We’re talking about biblical love. The kind that is patient when it’s inconvenient. Kind when it’s undeserved. Steady when feelings fluctuate. Rooted in truth instead of ego. Whether you’re single and waiting, dating with intention, married and building legacy, or healing from heartbreak — this episode will recalibrate your understanding of love. We’ll unpack how loving well starts with allowing God to refine you first. Because real love isn’t soft. It’s strong. It’s disciplined. It’s holy. And it changes everything. (To sign up for coaching- visit therefinerymovement.com to apply) 🥰

    9 min
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Welcome to The Refinery Movement Podcast — where faith meets fitness and women of God are equipped to grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit. Hosted by AJ Amrhein, a Christian strength and conditioning coach, and former WWE Superstar, this show is for women who are ready to break free from the world’s extremes — the sin of neglect and the idol of the mirror — and step into true, biblical health. Each episode blends spiritual truth, practical training, and real-life encouragement to help you honor God through discipline, consistency, and stewardship of the body He gave you. Here, we believe health isn’t about perfection — it’s about purpose. You’ll find motivation, education, and community that reminds you that refining your body and your faith go hand in hand. ✨ Join the movement.Grow in strength, deepen your faith, and live as the woman God designed you to be. 👉 Learn more at therefinerymovement.com

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  • Creator
    AJ Amrhein
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Refinery Movement Podcast
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