Faithful Fitness By Better Daily

Faithful Fitness By Better Daily

Welcome to Faithful Fitness, where we train our bodies and strengthen our faith! πŸ’ͺπŸ™ This channel is dedicated to Bible-based fitness, health, and mindset growth so you can honor God through disciplined stewardship.What You’ll Find Here: πŸ”₯ Workouts & Training Tips – Get stronger with faith-driven fitness. πŸ“– Biblical Health & Stewardship – Align scripture & science for lasting wellness. πŸŽ™οΈ Inspiring Interviews – Hear from health & fitness experts from all over the globe. πŸš€ Community Challenges – 40 days of fitness, faith, and transformation in community! Your body is a temple (1 Cor. 6:19-20)β€”let’s train hard, pray harder, and grow 1% better daily!πŸ“Œ Subscribe Now & Join the Movement!πŸ’₯ Join today - https://betterdaily.live/invite #FaithfulFitness #my1percent #GIGAfit *You can also catch episodes from Defining Dad Bod and Better Daily Live (2017-now) in this archive! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.

Episodes

May 1, 2025 β€’ 62 mins
Most men today are lonely.

They have online friends, social groups, and workplace acquaintancesβ€”but few have deep, trusted friendships.

And that isolation is destroying marriages, families, and faith. In a recent Faithful Fitness Podcast episode, I sat down with Warren Peterson to unpack why men struggle with deep friendships and how to change it.

Key Takeaways:
βœ… The dangers of isolation & loneliness
βœ… Why online friendships can’t ...
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Welcome to the Faithful Fitness Podcastβ€”where we train our bodies, strengthen our faith, and steward our health for God’s glory! πŸ’ͺπŸ™

I’m Coach Alex Van Houten, an exercise scientist, faith-based health coach, and author of the upcoming book Faithful Fitness: A 40-Day Devotional for Christian Fitness & Stewardship.

This podcast is your go-to resource for workouts, biblical health wisdom, expert interviews, and mindset coachingβ€”al...
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A teaching for "Mighty Men" - a student-lead organization at Greenbrier Middle School - on the parable of the talents with Coach Alex VanHouten from Better Daily.

"To whom much is given, much is required"
-Luke 12:48

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January 12, 2023 β€’ 5 mins
Season 4Β  Will Be The Best Season Yet!

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FREE: Get Better by association - surrounding yourself with other folks who are aiming up, achieving #my1percent, and want the same for you! Anyone can get Better, but no one can do it for you!

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January 6, 2023 β€’ 18 mins
Flex Friday

Hydrating is more than just replenishing water. Let's talk about how to hydrate well!

Hydration is important for exercise and metabolism because it helps to maintain the balance of fluids in the body. During exercise, the body sweats in order to regulate its temperature, which can lead to fluid loss. If you are not properly hydrated, your body may not have enough fluids to function properly, which can lead to dehydration...
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January 5, 2023 β€’ 16 mins
Word Thursday

Some meditations on the word "Fasting"

The top 5 benefits of Fasting (AI Generated)
  1. Weight loss: Fasting can help with weight loss by reducing the number of calories consumed. When you fast, you are essentially restricting your intake of food and drinks, which can lead to a reduction in overall calorie intake. This can be especially beneficial if you are trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight.
  2. Improved in...
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January 4, 2023 β€’ 19 mins
Wild Winsday

A men's bibles study - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6N6Xjnjc3aNLGUiNaHCLG2?si=9292cca34a5747ae

The cycle of history as explained by AI

The cycle of history is a theory that suggests that history tends to repeat itself in cycles or patterns. According to this theory, societies go through a series of stages or phases, each of which has its own characteristics and dynamics. For example, some theories of the cycle of his...
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January 3, 2023 β€’ 13 mins
Nutrition Tip Tuesday

Ensuring your body has adequate Zinc to function optimally can yield a myriad of benefits! Let's dig in!

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"Doves" by We Are All Astronauts

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AI generated list of the top 5 most researched use...
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January 2, 2023 β€’ 25 mins
Mindset Monday

Who knows who you could be if you could become 1% Better - Every. Single. Day!

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AI explanation of "Kaizen" a principle of continuous improvement.

Kaizen is a Japan...
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December 30, 2022 β€’ 17 mins
Flex Friday

Coach Alex covers a "muscle memory" question from Better Daily Premium.

AI Generated Podcast Caption (Why is the term muscle memory erroneous?)

The term "muscle memory" is often used to refer to the ability of the body to remember and repeat physical movements that have been learned through repetition and practice. However, this term is somewhat misleading and is not an accurate scientific description of the underlying ph...
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December 29, 2022 β€’ 18 mins
Word Thursday

Coach Alex shares meditations on the word "FRIEND"

AI Generated Podcast Caption (What is the hebrew etymology of the word friend and why is friendship important in self-improvement?):

In Hebrew, the word for "friend" is "Χ¨Φ΅Χ’Φ·" (re'a). This word can be translated as "friend," "companion," or "neighbor."The word "Χ¨Φ΅Χ’Φ·" (re'a) comes from the root "Χ¨ΦΈΧ’Φ·Χ’" (ra'a), which means "to associate with," "to be a friend to," or "to ...
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December 28, 2022 β€’ 10 mins
Wild Winsday

The science is clear. If you want to maximally improve yourself, you need to be connected to an encouraging community!

Community encouragement and support can be very helpful for self improvement for several reasons.

First, having the support of others can provide motivation and encouragement to continue working towards self improvement goals. It can be easier to persevere through challenges and setbacks when you have t...
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December 27, 2022 β€’ 10 mins
Nutrition Tip Tuesday

Coach Alex teaches about "Brown Fat" - it's actually a kind of fat you WANT on your body!

Brown fat, also known as brown adipose tissue, is a type of fat that is found in small amounts in the body. Unlike white fat, which stores excess energy and contributes to obesity, brown fat is responsible for generating heat and helping to regulate body temperature. It is rich in mitochondria, the energy-producing structu...
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December 26, 2022 β€’ 7 mins
THIS EPISODE was cut off
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Mindset Monday

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Self-esteem, or the way we perceive and value ourselve...
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December 23, 2022 β€’ 13 mins
Flex Friday

All Aboard the gain train!

Gain Train - also known as the hypertrophy phase, is a powerful way to grow in mind, body, and spirit.

AI definition of hypertrophy training.
Hypertrophy training is a type of strength training that is designed to increase muscle size and mass. It involves performing exercises that target specific muscle groups using high amounts of resistance and performing a high number of repetitions. The go...
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December 22, 2022 β€’ 10 mins
Word Thursday

Some meditations on the word "Resilient"

The word "resilient" comes from the Latin word "resilire," which means "to rebound." It was first used in English in the 16th century to describe the ability of a substance to bounce back after being stretched or compressed. In the 19th century, the word began to be used more broadly to describe the ability of a person or thing to recover quickly from adversity or hardship. The ...
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December 21, 2022 β€’ 28 mins
Wild Winsday

A special wildwsinday celebrating the challengers who WON this season's Faithful40 challenge!

Congratulations on your impressive accomplishment! Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to your health and wellness have paid off, and you should be incredibly proud of yourselves.Your success serves as an inspiration to all of us and reminds us of the power of determination and perseverance. You have shown that with the ...
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December 20, 2022 β€’ 14 mins
Nutrition Tip Tuesday

Your immune system is a powerful thing. Are you working with it or against it?

The immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to protect the body from infections and other diseases. It is made up of many different types of immune cells, including white blood cells, antibodies, and immune hormones, which work together to identify and eliminate foreign substances and org...
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December 19, 2022 β€’ 17 mins
Mindset Monday

How can you say difficult things?

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December 16, 2022 β€’ 14 mins
Flex Friday

Showing up to your workout is half the battle.
Knowing what you're doing -- well, that's tricky!

Coach Alex teaches the difference between isolation and compound movements and their uses for training the body well.

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