78 episodes
Vision Driven Health - Weight Loss for Christian Women, Biblical Health, Conquer Cravings, Kingdom Mindset, Increase Energy N Robin Rhine McDonald, INHC, MDiv | Christian Health Coach, Christian Nutrition Coach, Christian Wellness Coach
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5.0 • 135 Ratings
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Do you struggle with low energy and catch yourself reminiscing about when you were “young” and able to keep up?
Are you overwhelmed by even having to THINK about what it’d take to lose weight?
Do you mindlessly snack and give in to late night cravings?
Are you bogged down by the shame that comes with knowing what to do, but not being able to get yourself to do it consistently?
Do you feel like anything you try is bound to fail, so there’s no point in trying anyway?
Friend, there’s HOPE! Hope to feel strong and confident in your body, to create consistency in your habits, to lose the weight, and to have clarity on how to partner with God to experience a healthy lifestyle that lasts!
Hey, I’m Robin Rhine McDonald, a follower of Jesus, a wife, a mama of 2, and a seminarian turned health coach. And I am SO excited that you are here!!
I found myself 20lbs heavier, struggling to keep my eyes open in the afternoons, with a face full of acne. I was confused as to how I ended up there, being that I worked out and felt like I ate fairly healthy.
It seemed like no matter what I tried, I couldn’t create the results I wanted in a way that I could see myself maintaining long term.
It wasn’t until I discovered the unlimited motivation and FREEDOM that exists in living according to God’s VISION for my life and health that I began to see changes.
That is when I realized the most important thing to ever impact my life and health - If I wanted change, I had to partner with God!
With God, I crafted a healthy lifestyle that led to ENERGY, healthy weight loss, and confidence in my body WITHOUT feeling overwhelmed or giving in to old patterns.
10 years and two kids later, by the GRACE OF GOD, I’m still prioritizing my health and feeling amazing.
I’ve become gripped with the vision of seeing EVERY body that comprises the BODY of Christ healthy and well.
In this podcast, I (and the guests I bring on) will show you how to:
*Achieve the results you want and KEEP them
*Implement simple healthy habits that you ENJOY that fit your busy schedule
*Ditch the negative beliefs and lies that keep you from creating results that LAST
*Take hold of Biblical health through truth and encouragement for healthy living
*Learn what it means to have Kingdom health as a Christian woman
*See the possibilities and opportunity of a healthy life in partnership with God
*Make changes NOW that will set you up for energy and vitality later in life
*Simplify cooking and preparing healthy meals and snacks for you and your family - that everyone LOVES
*Learn which foods and meals increase energy and support healthy weight loss
*Create endless motivation and drive for your health by aligning with God’s VISION for your life
*Partner with God every step of the way!
I mix my seminary education with my studies in integrative nutrition to help Jesus loving women, like YOU, develop the energy and vitality to live out their unique God-given calling!
Go grab a giant water bottle and start sipping. It’s time to learn how to create the healthy lifestyle you’ve always wanted - with Jesus as the VISION that drives you.
Hit play and listen on!
Show website: https://visiondrivenhealth.com
Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have.
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77. Healthy Hormones Series | How to Improve Fertility Naturally and in Partnership With God With Tori Black
Hey Friend!
We are continuing with the healthy hormones series today to address a VERY important aspect of hormones and that is - fertility.
According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 6 people are affected by infertility worldwide.
It's estimated that 48.5 million couples experience infertility globally.
9% of men and 10% of women aged 15-44 reported fertility issues in the United States
9 of 10 counties with the highest total fertility rate are in Africa followed by Afghanistan.
Southern Europe, Eastern Europe, and Eastern Asia have the lowest fertility rates in the world with an average of 1.5 children per woman.
I know we've got a few listeners in Sweden, you'll have to tell me what you all are doing there because you have one of the highest fertility rates in all of Europe.
I found it interesting, as today's guest will touch on, that 60% of infertle individuals reported having higher levels of anxiety and depression
41% of infertile women have depression
87% of infertile women have anxiety
Growing your family is a big deal and a major desire for many.
My mom had 3 miscarriages, one before me, one after, and one after my sister. Hearing her story and those of many others has really left a mark on my heart.
I also know first hand that the journey of trying to conceive can come with many emotions. It can be a very emotionally draining, discouraging, and even painful journey.
My hope is that after today's episode you would feel seen, be encouraged, and find hope for what's possible for your health and In growing your family.
Blessings & Hope,
Robin
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Tori Black is an RN and Fertility Coach specializing in holistic fertility support. She helps women understand their fertility so that they can improve it naturally!
Listen to the Fruitful Fertility Podcast
Connect with Tori for support: simplywomanandwomb.com
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Learn how to eat healthy, enjoyable meals simply and consistently. Secure your spot for the What to Eat Masterclass: visiondrivenhealth.com/whattoeat
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Work with Me Directly
Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here. -
76. Holy & Hungry | The Flesh Versus the Spirit - Insights From Romans 8
Hey Friend!
If you've ever wondered if it really is okay to focus on your physical health... or if you have always considered spiritual well being to be more important than physical, this episode gives insight you may not have come across before.
We'll be looking at the Greco-Roman perspective and the context surrounding Paul's writing along with the important takeaways of Paul's message as it relates to creating a healthy lifestyle in partnership with God.
I hope this episode encourages you and give you hope for now and decades to come!
Be blessed!
Robin
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Learn how to eat nutritious, enjoyable meals, simply and consistently. Secure your spot for the What to Eat Masterclass: visiondrivenhealth.com/whattoeat
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Work with Me Directly
Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here.
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75. Healthy Hormones Series | How to Balance Hormones Through Nutrition With Cynthia Damaskos
Hey Friend!
Today I am kicking off a hormone series where I'll be bringing on different experts who specialize in different areas of hormones as it relates to women's health.
I have had many questions and inquiries about hormone health from how to improve fertility, how to have a better period, and how to navigate the pre-mid-and post menopausal time.
Over the next 6 weeks, I will be covering those very topics.
If you aren't already, be sure to hop in my free Facebook group where you can ask questions and I can get you answers from the guests I bring on.
Today we are starting off by looking at hormones, how they work in our bodies, and how WHAT WE EAT impacts them, really trying to set the stage for the episodes to come.
I LOVED this conversation. Today's guest is my kindred spirit in passion for health and partnering with God. I am confident you'll get value from it!
Be blessed!
-Robin
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Connect with Cynthia Damaskos:
For health coaching, go to www.holisticchristianlife.com.
Or, reach out to Cynthia at cynthia@holisticchristianlife.com to get a menu of services for private coaching or information on her upcoming group program.
For the Back to Basics course and all other Filled With Less opportunities, go to www.filledwithless.com.
Enter code FWL for a 5% discount at checkout.
Listen to the Holistic Christian Life Podcast.
Listen to the Filled with Less Podcast.
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Learn how to eat healthy, enjoyable meals simply and consistently. Secure your spot for the What to Eat Masterclass: visiondrivenhealth.com/whattoeat
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Work with Me Directly
Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here. -
74. Holy & Hungry | the Power of Practicing Gratitude for Your Health & 1 Year Anniversary Celebration!
Hey Friend!
I got so excited a couple weeks ago when I realized that today's episode would land EXACTLY one year from when I FIRST launched this podcast.
I cannot believe it's already been a whole year!!
I thought the MOST applicable topic we could do for today's Holy and Hungry segment is GRATITUDE, because man, I am SOOOooo grateful for this journey.
If you're new, this Holy and Hungry segment is a midweek episode that serves as a short health devotional for you where you can bring your hunger to the table and be filled with what God has for your health.
I started it a few months ago and it's become one of my favorite parts of running this podcast.
Today will be a bit different and bit longer than usual because I am doing a SPECIAL giveaway as part of the 1 year anniversary -see the notes below - AND I'm going to take some time to give God GLORY and praise for all He'd done in this show the last year.
This episode wraps up with a look at the power of practicing gratitude for your psychological, physical, and social well being. What we know biblically about gratitude has been affirmed scientifically. Stick to the end to hear how gratitude can impact your life!
Be blessed!
Robin
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Work with Me Directly
Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here.
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73. Concerned That Your Metabolism Is Slow? 5 Indicators Most People Miss and How to Boost Your Metabolism
Hey Friend!
Are you curious about whether or not you're experiencing the symptoms of a slow metabolism? Maybe you’ve started to notice that it's more difficult to lose weight? This is a commonly believed indicator of a slower metabolism, but I will be highlighting a few that aren't always identified.
With each indicator I'll explain how a slower metabolism is related to it and how you can make changes to improve your metabolism, avoid or reverse metabolic syndrome, and ultimately, have the vitality to do what God has called you to do!
I hope it gives you the insight you need to transform your health!
Blessings & Joy,
Robin
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Lock in your spot for the next Healthy Weight Loss Academy cohort starting in May! Sign up today at visiondrivenhealth.com/course.
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Work with Me Directly
Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here.
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72. Holy & Hungry | Eating & Drinking the Body & Blood of Jesus - The Implications of Holy Communion for Healthy Living
Hey Friend,
These mid week episodes are all about bringing our hunger to the table to be filled with what God has for our health.
And today, we are REALLY talking about what it means to be FILLED with God because we are talking about the sacrament of Holy Communion or Eucharist as some of you may know it.
For today's topic, the phrase "You are what you eat" is applicable and particularly powerful.
Whether communion is something you value greatly or a church practice you've never quite understood, I trust you'll get something out of this.
Stick with me to the end, because as we consider the meaning of Holy Communion, I'm giving you 3 implications for HEALTHY LIVING and how you can further connect with God in your health journey.
Be blessed!
Robin
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Lock in your spot for the next Healthy Weight Loss Academy cohort starting in May! Sign up today at visiondrivenhealth.com/course.
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Work with Me Directly
Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here.
Customer Reviews
Wonderful podcast!
I love this podcast! Robin has so much great advice that can be applied in a practical way. I especially love how she stresses the importance of inviting God into our health journey! I never miss an episode!!
Truly An Answered Prayer
I’ve struggled for years with practicing healthy eating/exercise habits. Finally, I realized that I have been failing because I had not truly believed I could reach my health and fitness goals since I had failed so many times. I then surrendered my fitness and health goals to God and asked Him for His help. Recently, I found Robin’s podcast, and it has truly changed my mindset (which in turn has changed my life)! Robin shows how putting God first can help you achieve your health goals more than any diet or exercise. She explains that it’s not about how you look, but how you feel. It’s not about being strict with what we eat, but about caring for our bodies as God intended. With Robin’s help, I’m learning how to show myself grace, how to keep persevering, and how to feel comfortable again around food! I feel so blessed to have found this podcast!
Encouraging and Educational
I’ve been listening to the Vision Driven Health podcast the last month. I listen on my walks on Mondays and Wednesdays. I find myself looking forward to new episodes coming out. I feel motivated and encouraged after listening.
I’m a mom of 3 struggling with weight gain due to medication and poor lifestyle choices. Listening to Robin I’ve felt like I have a cheerleader.
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