Faithful Fitness With Coach Alex VanHouten

Coach Alex VanHouten
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Welcome to Faithful Fitness—discipleship for the body. Coach Alex here. This isn’t about chasing aesthetics or quick fixes. It’s about becoming a better steward of the body God has entrusted to you—through truth, discipline, and daily obedience. Each episode sits at the intersection of faith, physiology, and formation—where Scripture and science work together to build strength that actually lasts. What You’ll Find Here:  💪 Training & Nutrition That Works Simple, effective strategies rooted in exercise science—not trends. 📖 Biblical Stewardship & Identity Learn what it means to honor God with your body in a culture that treats it casually. 🎙️ Conversations That Sharpen You Interviews with leaders in health, performance, and faith—applied through a Christian lens. 🔥 Challenges & Community Join structured seasons like Faithful40 and Shred—where growth happens with others, not alone. Your body isn’t separate from your faith. It’s one of the primary places your faith is lived out. “You are not your own… therefore honor God with your body.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 If you’re tired of starting over… If you know you’re capable of more… If you’re ready to build discipline that actually sticks— You’re in the right place. Train hard. Pray harder. Get 1% better—daily. 📌 Join the Community: https://faithfulfitness.co/premium 📘 Get the Devotional: https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com #FaithfulFitness #AlexVanHouten #FaithfulFitnessPodcast #ChristianHealth #BiblicalStewardship #TrainHardPrayHarder Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

  1. 5D AGO

    The Sin Spectrum of Fitness: Escaping Pride, Sloth, and Sexual Struggle Through Stewardship

    What if your fitness journey is quietly being sabotaged…not by lack of discipline—but by misplaced identity? In this conversation on the Husband Material Podcast, Coach Alex VanHouten joins Drew Boa to unpack a powerful framework: the “Sin Spectrum of Fitness.”On one end—pride, vanity, comparison. On the other—gluttony, sloth, and avoidance.Most people bounce between the two.Very few walk the narrow path: stewardship.This episode goes far beyond workouts and meal plans. It explores the deep integration between your body, your emotions, your sexuality, and your spiritual life—and why neglecting your body doesn’t just impact your health… it impacts your calling. Coach Alex breaks down: Why fitness is a spiritual battleground, not a cosmetic pursuitHow your biology (sleep, food, movement) shapes emotional and sexual integrityThe difference between behavior change vs. root transformationWhy “working out” is often how we “work things out”How shame, trauma, and identity silently drive unhealthy habitsWhy your body is meant to be a vessel for receiving and giving loveYou’ll also hear how Coach Alex’s personal struggle with a genetic disorder shaped his conviction that your body matters—not for appearance, but for obedience.This is not about optimization.It’s about taking territory back—in your body, your habits, and your life. 🎯 Calls To Action: 👉 Start your 40-day journey into biblical stewardship: Faithful Fitness – A Devotional for Strength, Health, and Obedience faithfulfitnessdevo.com 👉 Join the Faithful Fitness community: Train with purpose. Grow with others. Stay accountable. faithfulfitness.co 👉 Want help applying this to your life? Apply for coaching with Coach Alex: alexvanhouten.com/connect   👉 Learn more about overcoming porn and reclaiming your identity: Follow Husband Material and explore Drew’s work. https://podcast.husbandmaterial.com/ 👉Watch the episode on youtube here: https://youtu.be/cckFea4mhTk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    29 min

  2. APR 23

    You’re Not Tired… You’re Living Below Your Calling | JD Tremblay On Faithful Fitness

    Coach Alex here. Grace and peace. This conversation will challenge you.Not because it’s extreme… But because it exposes something most people avoid: 👉 You’re capable of more than you think. 👉 But you won’t access it without surrender. In this episode, I sit down with JD—an ultra-endurance athlete who completed one of the hardest feats on earth:10 Ironmans in 10 days across Hawaii.But this isn’t about endurance.It’s about obedience.It’s about what happens when a man stops negotiating with God… …and starts saying yes—no matter the cost. 🔥 What We Cover:Why most people quit before they ever find their limitsThe difference between grit vs stubbornnessWhat it actually means to surrender your life to ChristThe moment JD hit absolute rock bottom… and kept goingWhy your calling matters more than your comfortThe real reason most Christians stay stuckA practical framework (STEWARD) for building a disciplined lifeHow suffering produces endurance, character, and hope⚔️ A Moment That Hit Hard:“If I quit, I delay what God has called me to become.” ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Opening prayer & setting the tone 02:30 – JD’s mission: faith, family, and global impact 06:30 – Discovering your true physical capacity 10:00 – From divorce to endurance: the turning point 14:00 – “I might die doing this…” (Ironman with no training) 18:30 – Faith vs fake faith (hard truth) 23:00 – Selling everything to follow God 27:30 – The Biblical meaning of grit (Jacob wrestling with God) 33:00 – The STEWARD framework for discipline 40:00 – What happens when you don’t follow your calling 45:00 – The hardest moment: broken body, no way out 52:00 – What separates those who quit vs those who endure 58:30 – Fatherhood, legacy, and raising strong men 1:00:30 – Final challenge: Are you serious about your walk with Jesus? 🧭 MOVE FORWARD TODAY As you listen, ask yourself this:“Where in my life am I choosing comfort… over calling?”Because that’s where your breakthrough is waiting. 🔗 NEXT STEPS 👉 Join the Faithful Fitness Community (Start Here): faithfulfitness.co 👉 Get the Faithful Fitness Devotional: faithfulfitnessdevo.com 👉 Learn more about JD’s work / mission: (Insert his preferred link here if you have it) 🛡️ WANT TO GO DEEPER?Right now, in honor of the devotional launch, you can save $50 on an annual premium membership.This is where we build:disciplinestructurebrotherhoodand real transformationYou don’t need more information.You need formation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    1h 1m

  3. APR 16

    Why Your Health Is a National Security Issue (And What To Do About It) | Coach Alex On This Week Explained | Faithful Fitness

    Coach Alex here. Grace and peace. This conversation is different.I joined This Week Explained—a geopolitical intelligence podcast—to talk about something most analysts completely overlook: 👉 Your body is a strategic asset.In a world of unstable systems, fragile supply chains, and rising global tension…Your health isn’t just personal anymore. It’s mission-critical. 🔥 What We Dive Into:Why a sick population is a geopolitical threatHow your belief system literally changes your physiologyThe hidden reason most people fail at fitness (it’s not discipline)Why identity—not information—is the real driver of changeThe difference between looking healthy vs actually being healthyHow elite operators train vs everyday men and womenThe truth about nutrition confusion (and bio-individuality)Why “quick fixes” fail—and what actually works long termThe 1% principle that transforms your life over time⚔️ A Line That Matters:“A sick population is a huge geopolitical threat… sometimes it comes down to who has the will to live.” 🧠 This Episode Is For You If:You feel overwhelmed by health advice and don’t know where to startYou’ve tried to change before—but couldn’t sustain itYou’re leading a family, business, or mission—but your health is slippingYou want a deeper reason to take care of your body beyond aesthetics🧭 MOVE FORWARD TODAY As you listen, ask yourself this:“Am I treating my body like a responsibility… or a resource?”Because how you answer that will shape everything. 🔗 RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS 👉 Listen to the full episode on This Week Explained: Watch Full Episode 👉 Join the Faithful Fitness Community: faithfulfitness.co 👉 Get the Faithful Fitness Devotional: faithfulfitnessdevo.com 🛡️ READY TO GO DEEPER?Right now, in honor of the devotional launch, you can save $50 on an annual premium membership.This is where we build:disciplinestructurebrotherhoodand real, embodied changeYou don’t need more information.You need formation. You can find the episode here on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/LQAanKCWdO4?si=B-sPrST3-WLZe73q Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    1h 10m

  4. APR 9

    Fasting For Mom's With Christin VanHouten | Faithful Fitness

    What is fasting actually like for a woman? In this episode of Faithful Fitness, Coach Alex sits down with his wife Christin Van Houten to talk about her experience completing the Shred protocol, the unique challenges women face with fasting and exercise, and what it’s really like living inside the Faithful Fitness mission. Christin shares how her relationship with fasting grew over several years—from believing it wasn’t possible for her to completing a full 24-hour fast during the Shred. She also explains how hormonal cycles, stress, and family life influence how women approach fasting differently than men. Beyond fitness, the conversation turns deeply personal as Alex and Christin discuss: • The real story behind writing the Faithful Fitness devotional • The sacrifices and support required in marriage when pursuing a calling • The financial and emotional decisions behind publishing a first book • Why discipline—whether fasting, exercise, or marriage—ultimately produces freedom. You’ll also hear Christin’s honest reflections on the Shred protocol, her results, and the habits she’s continuing long after the challenge ended.If you’ve ever wondered what Faithful Fitness looks like inside the Van Houten household, this conversation offers a rare and encouraging glimpse. Timestamped Outline 00:00 — Introduction Coach Alex welcomes listeners and introduces his wife Christin. 01:20 — Fasting as a Woman Christin explains how her journey with fasting began through spiritual disciplines. 04:30 — Learning to Fast Gradually Starting with 14-hour fasts and slowly building to longer fasting windows. 07:20 — Hormonal Cycles and Fasting Why fasting affects women differently than men. 10:10 — Grace During Difficult Weeks How Christin adapts fasting around her cycle and stress levels. 13:00 — Why Fasting Matters Spiritually Alex explains the deeper spiritual purpose behind fasting. 16:20 — Discipline vs Motivation Sometimes fasting and exercise simply require obedience. 19:00 — Exercise with Scoliosis Why strength training is essential for Christin’s back health. 22:00 — Loving Your Spouse Through Stewardship How caring for your body affects your marriage. 24:45 — Foods Christin Missed During the Shred Cheeseburgers, Diet Coke, and Reese’s cups make their return. 27:30 — Shred Results Christin loses 9 pounds of fat in four weeks. 29:30 — Why the Shred Works Energy, clarity, and the power of finishing what you start. 32:00 — Preparing for the Summer Shred Why the five-day preparation phase matters. 35:10 — Launching the Faithful Fitness Devotional Alex shares what it took to finally write the book. 38:30 — What It Was Like Living With a Writing Husband Christin reflects on Alex’s weekly writing discipline. 43:00 — The Investment Behind Publishing a Book The financial and relational decisions behind the project. 48:30 — Marriage, Money, and Stewardship Why open conversations are essential when building something meaningful. 52:00 — Signed Book Giveaway Announcement 55:30 — Closing Thoughts Christin thanks the Faithful Fitness community for supporting the mission. Main Discussion Themes: -Fasting Through a Woman’s Lens -Understanding the physiological and spiritual differences women experience with fasting. -Discipline Over Motivation -Why real transformation comes from consistency rather than excitement. -Marriage and Calling -What it takes for a spouse to support a God-given mission. -Stewardship of the Body -Exercise, fasting, and nutrition as tools for honoring God. -The Story Behind the Faithful Fitness Devotional -From idea to investment to publication. Move Forward Today🔥 Join Faithful Fitness https://faithfulfitness.co 📖 Get Coach Alex’s Devotional — Faithful Fitness https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com 💪 Train your body 🙏 Strengthen your faith 🤝 Join a community pursuing disciplined stewardship Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    44 min

  5. APR 2

    The Real Reason You’re Burned Out (And Why More Discipline Won’t Fix It)

    Coach Alex here. Grace and peace. Most people think their problem is stress.It’s not.It’s the fact that they never stop.In this conversation with Samir, we unpack a hard truth: 👉 The human body is built for stress… but only if it’s followed by recovery.And in today’s world—where your phone keeps you “on mission” 24/7—most people never actually recover.That’s where burnout, weight gain, anxiety, poor sleep, and disconnection begin.🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why stress isn’t the problem—lack of recovery isHow technology is quietly destroying your ability to restThe difference between training, mission, and recovery (and why most people live in the wrong one)Why smart people fail (and wise people succeed)The power of small, consistent habits over perfect plansHow your health directly shapes your children’s futureWhy dads bond through play (and why your energy matters more than you think)Simple, science-backed ways to regulate your nervous system (starting with your breath)How to actually change your life in 90 days—without extremes⚔️ A Line That Hit Hard:“The stress of your life isn’t what’s breaking you… it’s the fact that you never get a break from it.” 🧠 This Episode Is For You If:You feel constantly “on” but never fully presentYou’ve tried to change before—but couldn’t sustain itYou’re leading a family, business, or mission… but your body is falling behindYou want a better framework than “just try harder”🔗 RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS 👉 Watch the full conversation on Samir’s channel: Watch Full Episode on YouTube 👉 Join the Faithful Fitness Community: faithfulfitness.co 👉 Get the Faithful Fitness Devotional: faithfulfitnessdevo.com 🧭 MOVE FORWARD TODAYStart here:Ask yourself two questions tonight—What’s one thing I need to stop?What’s one thing I need to start?Then do it. Not perfectly. Consistently.That’s how real change begins. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    57 min
  6. A Special Message From Coach Alex

    MAR 5

    A Special Message From Coach Alex

    Coach Alex shares a personal update with the Faithful Fitness community and prepares listeners for Season Two of the Faithful Fitness Podcast. In this short episode, Alex reflects on the past year — from launching the long-awaited Faithful Fitness Devotional and the Faithful Fitness App, to stepping away for a season of grief after losing his brother.  Through it all, the mission of Faithful Fitness has continued to grow. Across the country people are reading the devotional together, participating in challenges inside the app, forming local run groups, and rediscovering what it means to steward their bodies as an act of worship. Alex also shares a glimpse of what’s coming next for the podcast — new guests, deeper conversations about faith and health, and upcoming episodes featuring his wife Christin. If you’ve been listening and want to go beyond learning about Faithful Fitness and begin practicing it with a community, this episode also includes an invitation to join the Faithful Fitness app and step deeper into the journey. Thank you for being part of this mission. Train Hard. Pray Harder! Move Forward Today 📖 Get Coach Alex’s Devotional – Faithful Fitness https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com 📱 Join the Faithful Fitness Community https://faithfulfitness.co 💪 Step deeper with $50 off Faithful Fitness Premium Go Premium! (Daily practice, new resources every month, coaching calls, challenges, and accountability) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    6 min
  7. Breath Is Power: How God Gave You Control Over Your Nervous System

    FEB 5

    Breath Is Power: How God Gave You Control Over Your Nervous System

    What if anxiety, panic, and feeling “out of control” weren’t moral failures—or even mental ones—but physiological patterns you could interrupt? In this episode of the Faithful Fitness Podcast, Coach Alex VanHouten sits down with breathwork expert Kurtis Lee Thomas, author of Breathwork Detox, to explore how breath restores agency—the God-given ability to act, respond, and choose again. Together, they unpack: -Why breath is the only system you can control consciously and unconsciously -How trauma, stress, and anxiety get “stuck” in the body -Why breathwork works faster than medication in panic states -The science behind nervous system regulation and oxygen flow -The biblical meaning of breath—and why God’s name is on your lips with every inhale and exhale -Simple breathing tools you can use today to reset your body and mind This is a conversation about embodied faith, nervous system healing, and reclaiming stewardship over the body God entrusted to you. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from your body—this episode will change how you think about breathing forever.  TIMESTAMPS  00:00 – Why agency starts with breath 02:45 – “I realized I wasn’t breathing” 05:40 – Breath as the bridge between body & spirit 08:55 – Sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous system 12:20 – Why breath works faster than pills 15:10 – Trauma, memory, and the body “keeping score” 19:40 – Breath as ancient “body washing” 23:00 – David, Goliath, and the breath before the stone 27:15 – Energy, fascia, and emotional blockages 32:40 – Why modern people breathe wrong 36:30 – Clearing the sympathetic nervous system 41:00 – Science, mitochondria, and oxygen adaptation 46:20 – Practical breathing tools anyone can use 50:10 – The most underrated breathing technique: the sigh 54:00 – Prayer, breath, and releasing what you’re holding 56:30 – Final blessing & closing prayer CALLS TO ACTION  👉 Join the Faithful Fitness Community: https://faithfulfitness.co 📘 Grab the Faithful Fitness Devotional: https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com 📖 Pick up Kurtis Lee Thomas’ book Breathwork Detox: https://amzn.to/46fDqeE Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    50 min
  8. James Green-Wounded Not Ruined

    JAN 29

    James Green-Wounded Not Ruined

    James Green shares the raw story behind his book Wounded Not Ruined—a conversation on masks in church culture, childhood trauma, depression, and the path of healing in Jesus. We talk about: -why “you can’t heal who you pretend to be” -how silence turns trauma into identity -the three types of depression (clinical, circumstantial, spiritual) -why movement + sweat can be a practical weapon in the fight -Kintsugi (broken, restored, stronger) and the prodigal son: love outruns shame 📘 Get James’ book Wounded Not Ruined: https://amzn.to/4sV6GB7 🤝 Join the Faithful Fitness Community: https://faithfulfitness.co If you’re struggling: you are not ruined. Take one step. Tell one safe person. 📘Get Coach Alex’s Devotional, “Faithful Fitness” - https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com God meets you on the way. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The mask: “You can’t heal who you pretend to be” 12:10 Trauma + seven years of silence (and what hiding does to the soul) 26:10 Rock bottom, mentors, and why you need someone in your corner 32:10 Discernment: who is safe to tell (and who isn’t) 36:10 Kintsugi + the prodigal son: love outruns shame 43:10 Depression: clinical vs circumstantial vs spiritual + fighting back with sweat 52:10 Why James wrote Wounded Not Ruined (who it’s for) 56:10 Prayer + closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

    56 min
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Welcome to Faithful Fitness—discipleship for the body. Coach Alex here. This isn’t about chasing aesthetics or quick fixes. It’s about becoming a better steward of the body God has entrusted to you—through truth, discipline, and daily obedience. Each episode sits at the intersection of faith, physiology, and formation—where Scripture and science work together to build strength that actually lasts. What You’ll Find Here:  💪 Training & Nutrition That Works Simple, effective strategies rooted in exercise science—not trends. 📖 Biblical Stewardship & Identity Learn what it means to honor God with your body in a culture that treats it casually. 🎙️ Conversations That Sharpen You Interviews with leaders in health, performance, and faith—applied through a Christian lens. 🔥 Challenges & Community Join structured seasons like Faithful40 and Shred—where growth happens with others, not alone. Your body isn’t separate from your faith. It’s one of the primary places your faith is lived out. “You are not your own… therefore honor God with your body.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 If you’re tired of starting over… If you know you’re capable of more… If you’re ready to build discipline that actually sticks— You’re in the right place. Train hard. Pray harder. Get 1% better—daily. 📌 Join the Community: https://faithfulfitness.co/premium 📘 Get the Devotional: https://faithfulfitnessdevo.com #FaithfulFitness #AlexVanHouten #FaithfulFitnessPodcast #ChristianHealth #BiblicalStewardship #TrainHardPrayHarder Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

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