Inspiring, interesting, and funny news and stories about health and life are delivered to you by Health Coach Carolyn in this walking podcast. Your 30-minute movement venture will now be a a more social occasion! After 30 minutes, you will feel energized and renewed, having moved, learned, and laughed!
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Get Your Hopes Up is a podcast by Christy Wright where she invites you to get to know God, get closer to Him, and get your hopes up again. The truth is life can get you down. Between setbacks and heartbreaks, discouragement creeps in, and we stop letting ourselves hope for more. We say things like, "I'll believe it when I see it" and "Don't get your hopes up." But Romans 15:13 says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope b ...
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Think about all of the things you consider every day to help keep yourself, your loved ones, and your community happy, healthy, and hopeful. Now consider this: There is an ever-growing body of research demonstrating significant negative impacts, for yourself and the ones you love, in the consumption of pornography. It can change the way you think, harm your ability to connect with other people, and can contribute to changing the world in negative ways. Join us every other week as we consider ...
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Jim Jensen dives into the art and science of how to live healthier, happier, and longer. The podcast includes solo shows, interviews with experts, and inspirational stories from people who share their wisdom and life lessons.
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The Championship Lifestyle Podcast : Strength Training, Nutrition, and Mindset
Adrian Vilaca & Sylvie Tetrault : Health and Wellness Experts
The Championship Lifestyle Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Adrian Vilaca (Professional Fighter and Strength Coach) and Sylvie Tetrault (Registered Holistic Nutritionist/ Strength Coach and Resident Ginger) who bring their 20 plus years of coaching in the health and wellness industry to your ears. It is a look into the training, nutrition, and mindset practices of the North's top performers, from professional athletes to CEOs to stay-at-home Dads there is something for everyone on the q ...
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275. Four Jobs, One (Great) Life: Strategies for Women Managing Career, Kids, Parents, Household, and Their Own Wellbeing with Kathryn Sollmann
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41:24When we’re intentional and thoughtful about our career, children, aging parents and our home management, we’re more likely to live fulfilling, vibrant and healthy lives. In her new book, "The Four Jobs Club," Kathryn Sollmann brings together the wisdom of dozens of successful women, offering practical strategies from successful women on juggling mu…
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Ep #311: Overcoming Overwhelm as a Mom with Hannah Keeley: Part 2
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28:44Are you tired of feeling like you're drowning in chaos with no way out? In this episode, Christy continues the conversation with Hannah Keeley about how to break free from mom fatigue and shares steps that will help you regain control, find more peace, and finally feel like yourself again. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subs…
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How I Healed After Finding Out My Boyfriend Was Secretly Meeting Up With Porn Stars
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1:01:53Mandy is a women's empowerment and trauma-informed life coach who helps women who have experienced betrayal trauma. In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, Mandy shares her personal experience of discovering her partner’s secret struggle with porn addiction, his cheating with porn stars, and the betrayal trauma that followed. She describes th…
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274. Walking as Medicine: The Three Movement Pillars That Will Increase Your Fitness, Reduce Body Fat and Set You Up for Optimal Healthspan
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34:25Does your walk keep you within your "fat max" heart rate zone? We wrap up our conversation with Brad Kearns today, talking about optimizing our walks and two other movement pillars that will round out fitness, especially if we’re in midlife and beyond. We talk about how to keep an open and inquisitive mind in an effort to age healthfully, and I’ll …
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Ep #310: Overcoming Overwhelm as a Mom with Hannah Keeley: Part 1
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32:24Do you ever feel like your brain is in a constant fog where even simple tasks feel overwhelming? In this episode, Christy sits down with Hannah Keeley, America's #1 Mom Coach, to uncover the truth about "Mom Brain" and why so many moms struggle with exhaustion, anxiety, and burnout. You'll learn what’s really causing the overwhelm and how small shi…
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273. When Hard Workouts Make Us Sedentary + How to Walk Our Way Out of That Cycle!
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36:55Your body might be fighting against you when you push too hard in exercise, activating powerful compensatory mechanisms that can undermine your goals. In this eye-opening episode, we cover the critical "compensation theory of exercise" that reveals why high-intensity workouts often lead to less overall activity and compromised metabolic health. Bra…
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Ep #309: Feeling Crazy? 5 Signs You’re Actually Following God
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21:44Sometimes, following God feels absolutely crazy. One minute, you're confident in what He's calling you to do, and the next, you're questioning everything. In this episode, Christy teaches five things you can expect when you follow God into the crazy—because stepping out in faith is never easy, but it’s always worth it. For more information on the n…
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How to Overcome Porn Addiction and Find Freedom
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55:06Timothy Reigle is a coach, author, podcaster, and the founder of Into The Wilderness Ministries. Tim has used his own experience in defeating addiction to help hundreds of men to overcome their addictions to porn and sex. In this Consider Before Consuming episode, Tim shares about the 15 years he spent in a cycle of porn addiction that escalated in…
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272. The Fitness Industry's Big Lie: Why Walking Might Best Running for Lifetime Health and Wellbeing with Brad Kearns
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34:57The destructive "struggle and suffer" mentality sold by the fitness industry is leading to astonishing injury rates among runners while sabotaging our fat-burning capabilities. Former professional triathlete Brad Kearns challenges conventional exercise wisdom, revealing how the running boom created by cushioned shoes and cultural programming has le…
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Ep #308: How to Stop Thinking and Start Trusting
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19:25Some of you are trying to think your way through what God has called you to do, and it’s just not working. In this episode, Christy teaches why thinking keeps us stuck and the key to moving forward instead. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! Resources: - Ch…
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271. Stop! Take These Things Out of Your Health Routine for More Health, Time and Money (But ADD This 1 Thing In!)
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28:57Save time, money and simplify your health routine! By immediately by removing a handful of popular products or activities we can possibly improve our health, and spend that time and money on things that work! But after we cut those things out, we’ll add one ridiculously cheap, easy and hard-hitting tool into our regimens, and I'll share with you ho…
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Ep #307: Fasting and Breaking Free from Digital Distraction: Part 2 with Darren Whitehead
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37:24Does your phone feel like it’s taking over your life? In this episode, Christy continues her conversation with Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, about the power of a digital fast and how it can help you break free from screens and reclaim your time, focus, and relationships. Remember to tune in for a new episo…
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Finding Strength and Healing After Childhood Abuse
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59:22Trigger Warning Trigger Warning: The following episode contains discussions of child physical and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Episode Description Seth Gehle is an author and speaker who uses his platform to encourage others to overcome their own challenges and find strength in adversity by sharing his own story of resiliency after…
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270. What Your Future Self Is Begging You to Change About Today's Healthy Choices + What to Do About It Without Relying on Willpower!
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26:35"Just this once. I deserve it,” we say, as we return to the freezer for another serving of ice cream. Watching us, our future self is concerned as she thinks about our recent track record of sleeping poorly, missing our walks, living with constant stress, and indulging in highly processed foods at every meal. Discover why we so often betray tomorro…
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Ep #306: Why Fasting Matters and How to Start: Part 1 with Darren Whitehead
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37:52Have you ever wondered why people fast and if it even matters? The Bible talks about fasting, but is it even still relevant to us today? In this episode, Christy is joined by Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, to teach you why we fast, what the Bible says about it, and how getting uncomfortable can open the doo…
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269. Does Walking Cause Inflammation? What You Need to Know to Walk for Improved Health
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35:15Some forms of exercise cause inflammation. When a listener wrote in, saying a friend told her walking was one of them, she wanted to know the truth. We’ll discuss how walking affects inflammation levels in our bodies, and how to best navigate walking for health! LET’S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support,…
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Ep #305: 5 Things To Remember When You Want to Give Up
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17:05Some of you are standing right on the edge of a breakthrough—but the enemy wants to stop you before you get there. When things get harder, louder, and more challenging, it’s easy to shrink back. In this episode, Christy shares five powerful reminders to help you stand firm so you can step into everything God has for you. Remember to tune in for a n…
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Trigger Warning *Trigger Warning: The following episode contains descriptions of disturbing porn themes and discussions of child sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised Melinda Tankard Reist is an author, speaker, and the Movement Director of Collective Shout. She's spent many years as a leading advocate against the sexual exploitation of girl…
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268. The Hidden Power of Fundamentals to Balance Hormones + More With Andrea Nakayama
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28:47Let's ditch the fleeting fads and superficial solutions. We're going beyond quick fixes and shiny objects today, to build a foundation of true, lasting health. Andrea Nakayama is back to talk critical basics like blood sugar balance, digestion, and sleep, and how these can truly revolutionize our overall well-being, especially when it comes to horm…
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Ep #304: What If This Time God Is Saying Yes?
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16:45Some of us have gotten so used to hearing “no” that we expect it before we even have an answer. But what if this time, God is saying “yes”? In this episode, Christy challenges us to open our hearts to hear what God is actually saying—and this time, it might be “yes”. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you list…
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267. Harnessing Our Genes for Better Digestion, Less Inflammation + More Energy and Empowerment with Andrea Nakayama
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40:10When we’re not feeling 100% or are unhappy with our health status, it’s logical to look for solutions. Plenty of folks out there are ready to tell us to try this or that product or method – often, their product or method. But so often, we already hold the key to feeling better, even if we don’t get to “perfect.” We can influence the expression of o…
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Ep #303: How to Deal with Disappointment with Annie F. Downs Part 2
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32:06Loss and heartbreak are some of the hardest things we face in this life. In this episode, Christy continues her conversation with Annie F. Downs, a New York Times bestselling author and speaker, to talk about what it looks like to find hope after pain, anger and loss, reminding us that there is good news even in sad stories. Remember to tune in for…
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Lydia Cacho on the Links Between Pornography and Human Trafficking
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1:02:35Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of child sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Lydia Cacho is a world-renowned investigative journalist, author, and human rights activist who has dedicated her life to exposing the dark realities of human trafficking, child exploitation, and the intersections of pornography and organize…
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266. The Anti-Fragile Approach to Bone Loss: Steps to Increasing the Health of Our Bones with Debi Robinson
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39:20When we face bone loss, whether that be osteopenia or osteoporosis, we’re rarely told about lifestyle factors that could make a difference. Today we’ll delve into why we might suffer bone loss, and what we can do about it. Taking our very foundation – the strength of our skeleton – into our own hands is a step worth taking, and our guide in doing s…
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Ep #302: How to Deal with Disappointment with Annie F. Downs Part 1
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39:19Ever feel like life isn’t turning out the way you thought it would? In this episode, Christy sits down with her friend Annie F. Downs, a New York Times bestselling author and speaker, to talk about navigating disappointment, unfulfilled expectations, the powerful practice of lament, and how to keep your hopes up even when you’ve been let down. Reme…
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265. Planning: Your Secret Health Weapon (Ben Franklin’s Habit Change Wisdom + Our Favorite Health & Wellness Planners + Frankenplanning + More)
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31:05"If you fail to plan, you're planning to fail," said Ben Franklin! Let’s change our health trajectory by planning! We’ll talk about some tools and some mindset shifts, including for those creative rebels who don’t like to plan! Intention and planning are key in making change in this busy world of overwhelm by simplifying and amplifying the path to …
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Do you feel like things in your life—or even your prayers—are moving slower than you want? In this episode, Christy teaches the powerful spiritual principle of “little by little” and shares three key truths about why and how God works this way. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you …
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*Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Megan Lundstrom has spent over a decade in this field of anti-trafficking, first as the founder of The Avery Center and now as the Director of the Resilience Fund at Polaris, a direct cash assistance program for trafficking survivors in the United St…
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264. The Step Count Trap: Are We Chasing Numbers or Actual Health? #microsteps + More!
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30:11Is it time to re-think your step count goals or habit? Let’s run your ideal number of daily steps past 7 considerations to see where you step sweet spot is. We’ve spoken about all or nothing thinking. Let’s combat it by considering how walking fits in our overall healthy lifestyle goals with an open mind that’s guided equally by science and knowing…
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Ep #300: How to Know God’s Will for Your Life
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20:43Everyone wants to know what God’s will is, but how do we discover it? In this episode, Christy teaches you how to recognize the signs God provides along the way to uncover His will and His plans for you—even when things feel uncertain. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never mis…
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263. The One Thing That Turns Me Into a Tough Love Coach: A Mindset Shift We ALL Need!
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32:37This particular mindset pitfall can make the difference between realizing our health goals and not! Tackling this common outlook can help us level up our lives overall, leading to more growth, happiness and improved health, so let’s jump in together so we can manage this dynamic and thrive! LET’S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Comm…
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Ep #299: What to Do When Your Goals Aren’t Clear
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25:52Feeling uncertain about your goals for the year? You’re not alone. In this episode, Christy teaches you five things you can do to move forward when you don't have clear goals and how to trust God's timing in the process. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! R…
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262. The Anatomy of a New Year’s Resolution (or Other Big Goal) That Will Work For You + Happy 5th Birthday, Wellness While Walking and What’s Ahead This Year!
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27:36Lose weight? Eat better? Move more? If taking care of your health is on the list for this year, let's finetune those resolutions to ensure they actually come to be! We'll consult the science and then will run through an example for a revised resolution that has staying power! And then a brief look ahead for the podcast on its 5th birthday! LET’S TA…
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5 Countercultural Things to Prioritize in 2025 | Get Your Hopes Up #298
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29:00What if the key to a fulfilling 2025 isn’t doing more but choosing differently? In this episode, Christy challenges the hustle-first mindset with five countercultural priorities to guide your year. Subscribe to the Christy Wright Podcast Channel wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode. Resources: Christy’s Start Your Day Plann…
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261. Counting Steps, What You Need to Know About Muscle Pairs + Mindset Reminders with Laura and Alyce
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33:19To track steps or not to track steps, that is the question!! We’ll talk tracking steps and other healthy behavior metrics, as well as avoiding surgery and keeping our muscle pair cooperating! We talk all these changes against a backdrop of a mindset shift for the best life! LET’S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here …
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