Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
Coach Laura Lindahl
Calling all Christian moms! If you're eager to regain your health, strength, and energy after giving birth, this podcast is for you. Strong After Birth is dedicated to helping active Christian moms like you navigate the beautiful but challenging postpartum season. Every episode offers practical workout tips, tools to navigate our ever-changing body image, and faith-centered motivation to help you prioritize your health without sacrificing your spiritual journey.
You'll learn how to integrate your faith with fitness, embrace your God-given strength, and find balance as you care for your family, body, and soul.
Whether you’re returning to exercise, trying to stay fit with kids, or looking for Christ-centered wellness tips, join us on a transformation journey—inside and out!
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Why Biblical Modesty Doesn’t Mean Low Self-Esteem
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
10/21/24 • 19 min
Are you the woman who grew up in the church, and maybe struggles to feel the joy that comes when you feel beautiful in your body? Or maybe you've wrestled with body shame so long that the thought of feeling beautiful feels distant even though you've seen your body's health improve postpartum ...
If so, you're not alone!
Almost two years postpartum, I've felt the same feelings that forced me to dig into what God's word says about humility and confidence in Christ found in Proverbs.
The good news is that there IS a way to Biblically embrace our beauty and practice humility at the SAME time.
Inside this episode, I pray you find joy and renewed confidence in your body's beauty from a Gospel-centered approach so you can build strength for a strong motherhood and beyond for God's glory.
Next Steps:
None Like Him Book Recommendation
Women of the Word Book Recommendation
Homework:
1. Do you see your body's physical appearance in a season of poverty or riches?
2. In what way can you fall deeper in love & be satisfied by the beauty of God? What action step will you take today?
BONUS POINTS: DM @truestrengthcollective with your action step so I can celebrate with you!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
How to Use Your Resting Heart Rate to Track Recovery
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
04/03/23 • 18 min
Have you ever gotten a new techy gadget that tracks healthy habits, and after a few months of diligently checking your stats you begin to feel like you’re drawing in data without knowing what to do with it all?
Or maybe you’re skeptical of the whole idea of tracking health data to begin with, and aren’t sure even where to start?
The reality is, health trackers often provide more information than is useful, and if you don’t know which data points to prioritize, you could end up wasting time and money tracking data that doesn't actually make a difference in your performance like it was promised to.
That’s why in this episode I want to give you my crashcourse guide to understanding:
- Why tracking health data can lead to optimized recovery, deeper sleep and increased energy
- 3 easy lifestyle habit hacks you can change for more optimal health metrics
- The two most important health data points for more enjoyable workouts & faster recovery
You will not want to miss out!
P.S. Want even MORE personalized guidance on tracking your training progress? Book a free, 30 minute discovery call with me, so that you can work smarter not harder!
Loving the show? Please consider leaving a review. All you have to do is follow this link, and thanks for your support!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
Training with Diastasis Recti (what fitness culture isn't telling you)
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
11/18/24 • 26 min
Are you a new mom who wants to restore your core strength after birth?
If so, you've likely heard the term Diastasis Recti. In today's episode, we dive into what (exactly) Diastasis Recti is, debunk some common myths, and even give you a powerful process to try at home so you can take the next step in your journey towards a stronger core and more stable lifts.
By making a few small changes, you can see (and feel) a massive impact on your training performance, strength, and stamina. What mama doesn't want that, am I right?
So, if you're ready to restore your core strength, unlock the power of your breath, and feel excited to lift heavy again, let's dive in!
Next Steps:
1. Restore Your Core in 3 Days
2. Pelvic Floor PT Locator
3. Leave us a review! (it takes less time than ordering a Starbucks drink)
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
5 KEY Ingredients for Building Muscle
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
08/24/22 • 28 min
Have you been lifting for years but feel frustrated by how little muscle you feel like you’ve gained from it?
You might be missing one (or a few) key ingredient to your training that could be holding you back from seeing the results you want.
In todays episode you’ll learn all that AND more!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
Top 4 Mobility Mistakes Active Women Make
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
09/04/23 • 11 min
Have you ever googled “best stretch for *insert your nagging pain here*”?
If so, then you’re likely also familiar with the feelings of disappointment and frustration when the promised quick fix did not work for your body, and wasted your time!
Instead of being able to lift heavier, run longer distances, or pick up your kids without pain, you are left feeling defeated, confused and maybe even insecure.
Because here’s the truth, without assessing what muscles are actually involved in your mobility limitations, you’ll only be guessing at how to correct it.
Which is why in this episode of the HTS podcast, you’ll be getting a behind the scenes look at:
- Why mobility training is vital for long haul health
- The most detrimental mobility mistake that active women make
- 3 powerful questions to personalize your mobility needs
If you're ready to learn how to spot your own common mobility mistakes, so that you can enjoy a pain-free fitness journey, then tune in now!
P.S. If you’re the woman with long-haul fitness goals that wants to live life to the fullest, don’t miss out on the LIVE event, Mobility Master Workshop where you’ll get my 3-step mobility process to rebuild your strength and revive your energy.
Loving the show? Please consider leaving a review. All you have to do is follow this link, and thanks for your support!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
How Fitness Marketing and Diet Culture Affects Your Body Image with Victoria Yates
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
10/02/23 • 51 min
Have you ever felt pressured to join in on a restrictive diet trend or fitness fad, but don’t know whether it would do more harm than good for your body?
So many hardworking, Christian women desire to fully believe and accept that they are “fearfully and wonderfully made,” but struggle to make the connection from their head to their heart.
Instead of feeling the freedom and confidence that comes from a Christ-centered body image, we doubt our worthiness and loveliness because of marketing lies.
Which is why I’m so excited to share this truly transformative conversation I had with intuitive eating and non-diet health coach, Victoria Yates (@nondiet_rn)!
In this episode of the HTS podcast, we’ll take a deep dive to discover:
- Why diet culture and fitness fads will not heal your body image struggles
- 3 red flags to help you spot the effects of diet culture and fitness marketing
- How to find peace with the body you’ve been given
If you are ready to finally embrace and believe what God says about your body, so that you can have bolder confidence and deeper authenticity in your relationships, then tune in now! 👇
P.S. Finally ready to break the chains of body hate and shame? Grab your FREE Strong Body, Bolder Faith Workbook so you can discover the BETTER way to approach LASTING confidence in your health journey!
Loving the show? Please consider leaving a review. All you have to do is follow this link, and thanks for your support!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
Gut Health Tips for Busy Moms with Christa Smith
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
12/11/23 • 36 min
Have you ever wondered why you feel exhausted at the end of the day with no energy to drag yourself to finish a workout?
If so, then have you considered that your gut health might be at the root of the issue?
So many active mamas hustle to make sure their families are fed 3 balanced meals a day, but make the mistake of leaving their own health in the dust!
Instead of experiencing greater energy, strength, and less digestive pain from a healthy and functional gut, busy moms fuel themselves with crumbs and as a result have a digestive system that is working against their strength goals.
Which is why, I’m so excited to share this eye opening conversation I had with registered dietitian, Christa Smith (@christasmithnutrition)!
In this episode of the HTS podcast, you’ll get the inside scoop on:
- Why gut health is vital to boosting your strength, mental clarity and energy
- The top 3 mistakes busy moms make that are hurting their gut & paralyzing their training performance
- 4 simple, but highly effective steps to improve your gut health TODAY
If you’re ready to make the shift from calorie deprivation to energy abundance, for a stronger body and mind, then you will not want to miss this episode!
P.S. Finally ready to break the chains of body hate and shame? Grab your FREE Strong Body, Bolder Faith Workbook so you can discover the BETTER way to approach LASTING confidence in your health journey!
Loving the show? Please consider leaving a review. All you have to do is follow this link, and thanks for your support!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
How to Get Out of Your Own Way: Self Sabbotage 101 with Kirsten Schmidt
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
03/18/24 • 40 min
Do you ever find yourself starting a new diet or workout routine, only to fall back into your old habits a week later? You see other women crushing their workout and diet goals, while you might be struggling to stick with it after a few days.
Maybe you thought “this time will be different”, but before you know it, you’re back into the same old routine and the dysfunctional cycle continues. If you’re wondering, “how do I break out of this self-sabotaging cycle?” you’re not alone.
Which is why I’m SO excited to share this conversation I had with Certified Health Coach Kirsten Schmidt (@totus_wellness) on breaking free from the health and body image self-sabotage cycle and stepping into a life of freedom that Christ has planned for us.
In this episode of the HTS podcast, you’ll get an inside look at:
- What your “critter brain” is and why it can be the missing piece of successful habit change
- 3 most common reasons that you get stuck in the self-sabotage cycle
- How to identify the underlying insecurities that contribute to self-sabotage
If you’re ready to stop the self-sabotaging spiral and step into the abundant life of health and body image that Christ has planned for you, then you will not want to miss out on this episode!
P.S. Ready to finally conquer those feelings of body hate and shame? Grab your FREE Strong Body, Bolder Faith Workbook so you can discover the BETTER way to approach LASTING confidence in your health journey!
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
Struggling to Build Core Strength Postpartum? (this could be why)
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
10/28/24 • 13 min
Feeling weak in your core is like having the wind knocked out of you, except you can't just lie there and recoup ... you're forced to live life and press on as a busy mom.
But, even while pregnancy can impact your core strength, rebuilding it isn't impossible (nor does it take a lifetime!)!
And, #spoileralert it takes more than "just doing more kegels."
In today's episode, you're getting the #1 mistake I've noticed new moms make rebuilding their core strength postpartum AND a 4-step repeatable process to strengthen your core from the ground up.
Next Steps:
Download the 3-day PostPartum Core Reboot
Follow me on Instagram for More Postpartum Tips & Tricks
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
Habits for a Sacred Home with Jennifer Pepito
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms
10/14/24 • 43 min
What mom doesn't want a home that feels like a peaceful sanctuary, am I right?
Yet, how many of us struggle to feel at peace amidst clutter, piles of dishes, and pressing schedules of get-togethers, errands, and responsibilities?
It can feel like a losing battle to protect our home from the chaos and as a result chronic stress can create hormone imbalances, weight gain, and even slow down our recovery postpartum ...
That's why I invited Jennifer Pepito to share practical insights and habits to help you create a home that restores our soul, nourishes our family, and ultimately points us to the peace of knowing Christ in our motherhood journey.
Grab a pen and paper because you'll want to remember these tips!
Next Steps:
Connect with Jennifer on Instagram
Check out her Book "Habits for a Sacred Home"
I pray this blesses you!
In His Strength,
Laura Lindahl
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How many episodes does Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms have?
Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms currently has 84 episodes available.
What topics does Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Faith, Weightlifting, Strength Training, Women'S Health, Fitness, Podcasts, Muscle and Confidence.
What is the most popular episode on Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms?
The episode title 'Easy Steps to Recovering from Female Athlete Burnout with Erica Cuni' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms?
The average episode length on Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms is 28 minutes.
How often are episodes of Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms released?
Episodes of Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms?
The first episode of Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms was released on Aug 12, 2021.
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