Strong and Steady

Strong and Steady Podcast

Strong & Steady is a wellness podcast for women in every season of life—from motherhood to aging strong. Hosted by Jessica, a mom of four passionate about balanced low-tox living, and Brittany, a fitness coach focused on strength and longevity. We share honest conversations about sustainable habits and building a healthy life you can maintain—no extremes, just steady wellness. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. We are not medical professionals. Always consult your healthcare provider before making health changes.

  1. 5d ago

    #37 From Overwhelmed to Grounded: Simple Ways to Support Your Nervous System

    Have you ever finally had a quiet moment, only to realize your body still feels tense, your mind won't stop racing, and you can't seem to fully relax? Stress doesn't always disappear just because we sit down. And when we're juggling motherhood, responsibilities, and the constant noise of everyday life, it can be hard to recognize just how much we're carrying. In this episode, Brittany and Jessica talk about the nervous system and the vagus nerve, exploring how ongoing stress can show up in our sleep, digestion, mood, focus, and energy. They also share simple ways to build more moments of calm into everyday life, from slow breathing and humming to spending time outdoors, connecting with friends, stepping away from the news, and making room for prayer and Scripture. Because supporting your nervous system doesn't have to mean adding another complicated routine to your day. Sometimes it's a few intentional breaths, a worship song, or a moment spent reading a Psalm instead of scrolling. And you don't have to do it all at once. Choose one small practice, give yourself room to slow down, and remember that caring for yourself can begin with a single moment of pause. 🤍 If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Resources: Check out the book Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve by Stanley Rosenberg *Affiliate Disclosure: Some links mentioned in this episode are Amazon affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  2. Oct 7

    #36 How to Start Understanding What Your Body Needs

    We hear so much about calories, macros, protein, carbs, and fat—but how do you actually know what your body needs? It can be easy to get caught up in the numbers and forget that food is meant to fuel us. And what works well for one person may not be exactly what works for someone else. In this episode, Brittany and Jessica take a closer look at macro counting and how it can be used as a tool to better understand what you're eating without letting the numbers become the goal. Brittany breaks down the different macro needs people may have, how body composition and life stage can influence nutrition, and why protein is such an important place to start. They also talk through complete protein sources, simple portioning, and how to build balanced meals without making separate food for everyone in the family. And if the thought of tracking every gram feels overwhelming, you don't have to start there. Sometimes the best first step is simply paying attention to what you're already eating, prioritizing protein, choosing mostly whole foods, and making one small change at a time. Because healthy eating isn't about finding a perfect formula. It's about learning how to fuel your body well—and finding an approach you can actually live with. If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Resources: - Grab your Starter Guide to Counting Macros HERE! - Want to link arms on this journey and join us for Back to the Garden? It's opening soon! We're creating this course for women who are ready to simplify their approach to health and build sustainable habits alongside a community of other women. So grab a friend to do this with and be sure to click now and ⁠⁠join the waitlist⁠⁠ so you will be first to hear when enrollment opens! **The macro percentages and body-type examples discussed in this episode are general educational frameworks, not individualized nutrition prescriptions. Your nutritional needs can vary based on your health, activity, life stage, and other factors. If you have a medical condition or history of disordered eating, work with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian for individualized guidance.

  3. Sep 30

    #35 Back to the Garden: A Simpler Way to Think About Health

    Somewhere along the way, taking care of ourselves got really complicated. Suddenly, being “healthy” can feel like an endless checklist: cold plunges, saunas, perfect meals, expensive products, complicated workouts, and a new wellness trend every time we open Instagram. And it can be especially overwhelming. So what if we went the other direction? In this episode, Brittany and Jessica talk about what it means to go back to the basics: real food, movement, rest, sunlight, clean water, breathing, strength, nature, faith, and genuine community. Not because those things are flashy or new, but because sometimes the things we need most are the things we've made the easiest to overlook. We talk about how health isn't going to look exactly the same for everyone, but there are some basic concepts we all need. We also discuss why learning to listen to your own body matters more than chasing every piece of wellness advice you see online. And then we're taking that philosophy one step further. Back to the Garden is our new course created for women who want practical support without another overwhelming list of things they're supposed to do. We're bringing together simple nutrition, movement, low-tox living, rest, nervous-system support, recipes, at-home workouts, coaching, and community in a way that actually fits into real life. Because you don't have to change everything tomorrow. You can make one better choice. Then another. And keep going. That's what Back to the Garden is about: getting back to the things that matter, simplifying the process, and learning how to care for ourselves without chasing perfection. 🌿 Want to join us?Back to the Garden is opening soon! We're creating this course for women who are ready to simplify their approach to health and build sustainable habits alongside a community of other women. So grab a friend to do this with and be sure to click now and join the waitlist so you will be first to hear when enrollment opens! If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  4. Sep 23

    #34 Breaking the Cycle of Diet Culture for the Next Generation

    What if the desire to be healthy slowly turns into something that controls you? Maybe it's starting over every Monday. Cutting out certain foods. Tracking every calorie. Feeling like you were “good” all week, only to feel guilty when the weekend comes. Brittany and Jessica have an honest conversation about the difference between an eating disorder and disorderly eating, and how easy it can be to slip into an all-or-nothing relationship with food while still believing you're simply “trying to be healthy.” But the conversation goes even deeper when we start talking about our daughters. Because our girls aren't just listening to what we tell them about their bodies. They're watching how we talk about our own. We talk about finding a healthier balance with food and exercise, learning to fuel our bodies instead of constantly trying to shrink them, and remembering that caring for your body doesn't mean making your appearance the center of your identity. We also share practical ways to help our daughters build confidence, enjoy movement, develop healthy habits, and understand that their worth was never determined by a number on a scale. As Christian women, we want to care for the bodies God has given us while remembering that our deepest identity comes from Him—not our weight, our appearance, or how perfectly we can follow a diet. And maybe one of the most important things we can give our daughters isn't a perfect example. It's the freedom to grow up knowing they are already enough. 🤍 **If you are struggling with an eating disorder, please seek support from a qualified medical professional.** If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  5. Sep 16

    #33 What Your Gut Has to Do With Longevity

    What if living longer isn't actually the goal? What if the goal is to live well for as long as possible? Brittany's journey with gut health started in a very visible place: her skin. After struggling with severe cystic acne, she began looking beyond the surface and realized there could be a much bigger story happening inside her body. That experience opened the door to a deeper understanding of just how connected our gut can be to the rest of our health. In this episode, Brittany takes that conversation one step further and looks at gut health through the lens of longevity and health span. Because living to an old age is one thing. Being able to move your body, think clearly, sleep well, maintain muscle, support your immune system, and enjoy life as you get older is something else entirely. We talk about the gut's connection to immunity, inflammation, metabolism, nutrient absorption, the nervous system, sleep, and even the way we think about eating for long-term health. Brittany also shares why building a healthy, diverse microbiome doesn't have to mean completely overhauling your life. Sometimes, it's the small things we consistently do now that help determine how we feel years from now. Because the goal isn't just more years. It's more good years. If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Resources: - If you are ready to start your health journey, take our ⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE⁠⁠⁠⁠ Strong & Steady Wellness Snapshot now and we'll be in touch with you! - Ready to link arms with Brittany in her Elite Aging program? Click ⁠HERE⁠ to contact her! - Grab your copy of Super Gut by William Davis, MD *Affiliate Disclosure: Some links mentioned in this episode are Amazon affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only share things we genuinely use and love!

  6. Sep 9

    #32 The Simple Movement That Can Change Your Day

    You Don’t Need More Time to Move—You Need More Movement You worked out. You ate pretty well. So why can it still feel like you're not moving enough? In this episode, we’re talking about the movement that happens outside of your workout—and why it can be so easy to overlook, especially in the middle of a busy season of motherhood. Jessica and Brittany share simple ways to build more movement into a normal day without adding another hour to your schedule. From walking after meals and pacing while doing laundry to dancing in the kitchen and trying interval walking, we're breaking down how to make movement something you do throughout your day instead of something you have to find time for. We also talk about why a short strength workout can go a long way, how Japanese walking works, and how accountability can make it easier to actually stick with it. And if you want a little accountability, grab a friend and join us for our Step-tember Challenge! If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Resources: - Join the fun for out Step-tember accountability group! Click HERE and we'll be in touch!

  7. Sep 2

    #31 Finding God’s Provision in the Unexpected

    What if the things that feel like interruptions in the moment are actually part of a bigger story? In this episode, Jessica shares some of the moments that shaped her faith—from a childhood moving-truck fire, to growing up constantly moving, losing family, and eventually facing an unexpected type 1 diabetes diagnosis. At the time, many of these moments felt scary, confusing, or simply unfair. But looking back, Jessica can see God’s protection and provision woven through each chapter—and sometimes, the thing she wanted the least became one of the greatest gifts. She also shares the story of how her mom knew something wasn't right when Jessica became incredibly thirsty, exhausted, and started losing weight, and how she kept pushing for answers even when the first doctor dismissed the possibility of diabetes. This is a story about faith, family, unexpected turns, and learning to trust God when you can't yet see how the story is going to end. 🤍 If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hang out with you more! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder of God's faithfulness💜 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  8. Aug 26

    #30 Setting It on the Shelf: Grief, Healing & Moving Forward

    In this episode, Brittany sits down with her friend Misty Loosemore—a certified trauma-informed grief coach, author, and mom—to talk about grief, trauma, fear, and what it can look like to move forward after difficult seasons of life. Misty shares the story behind her book Set It on the Shelf and how she learned that putting grief “on the shelf” doesn’t mean ignoring it or pretending it didn’t happen. Instead, it can give grief a place to live while still allowing you to keep living your life. In this episode, we talk about: Misty’s personal journey through compounded grief, caregiving, and loss The meaning behind Set It on the Shelf and how the idea became a practical tool Why grief needs both a home and a witness How trauma and stress can show up physically in the body Misty’s 12-week framework for working through grief and trauma The six pillars of her approach: movement, nature, facts, reflection, expression, and decision Emotional regulation, boundaries, people-pleasing, and learning to respond differently Why healing doesn’t mean forgetting, and why there isn’t a finish line where you’re suddenly “completely healed” Finding peace, rebuilding confidence, and learning to move forward even when you’re still afraid The importance of community, support, and being willing to take the next step Misty also shares encouragement for anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin: you don't have to have it all figured out—you just have to start. If this episode encouraged you, we'd love for you to subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with a friend who could use it💜! - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to Connect with Misty:- Instagram - Facebook Get Misty’s book: Set It on the Shelf *Affiliate Disclosure: Some links mentioned in this episode are Amazon affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only share things we genuinely use and love!

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Strong & Steady is a wellness podcast for women in every season of life—from motherhood to aging strong. Hosted by Jessica, a mom of four passionate about balanced low-tox living, and Brittany, a fitness coach focused on strength and longevity. We share honest conversations about sustainable habits and building a healthy life you can maintain—no extremes, just steady wellness. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. We are not medical professionals. Always consult your healthcare provider before making health changes.

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  • Creator
    Strong and Steady Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
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    Clean
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