The FAITH + FITNESS Podcast by FAITH RXD

“Nightclub Church, Body Shame, and the Incarnation of the Son of God” with Norbert Haukenfrers, Priest at St Peter's Anglican Church, Okotoks Alberta Welcome to The FAITH + FITNESS Podcast. Join hosts Liz Kirchmeier (CEO of FAITH RXD) and Dr. David McDonald (FAITH RXD chaplain)  as we talk about anything and everything faith and fitness, with men and women who are passionate about both.

“The Language of Movement, Beauty, and the Church Obtuse” with Matt Farmer, Chair of Dance at Hope College Welcome to The FAITH + FITNESS Podcast. Join hosts Liz Kirchmeier (CEO of FAITH RXD) and Dr. David McDonald (FAITH RXD chaplain)  as we talk about anything and everything faith and fitness, with men and women who are passionate about both.

“The same thing doesn't work for everybody” with Dani Forbes, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of Riverwood Wellness Welcome to The FAITH + FITNESS Podcast. Join hosts Liz Kirchmeier (CEO of FAITH RXD) and Dr. David McDonald (FAITH RXD chaplain)  as we talk about anything and everything faith and fitness, with men and women who are passionate about both.

“Exploring Church, Finding God, and a Young Girl Who Hates Fancy Church” with Jason Khalipa, CEO of NCFit, 2008 CrossFit Games Champion, Host of Jason Khalipa Podcast Welcome to The FAITH + FITNESS Podcast. Join hosts Liz Kirchmeier (CEO of FAITH RXD) and Dr. David McDonald (FAITH RXD chaplain)  as we talk about anything and everything faith and fitness, with men and women who are passionate about both.

“Faith, Fitness, and Fathers” with Ned Schaut, CEO of RUKFitness and host of the Fatherhood Field Notes podcast. Welcome to The FAITH + FITNESS Podcast. Join hosts Liz Kirchmeier (CEO of FAITH RXD) and Dr. David McDonald (FAITH RXD chaplain)  as we talk about anything and everything faith and fitness, with men and women who are passionate about both.

In this episode, we sit down with Interim Executive Director, Jadi Rodriguez, True Strength Coach, Anthony Davis, and Living Word Houma Pastor, Ben Bufkin. We compare the Elite CrossFit Athletes journey to that of the Christian walk and what it means for us to live out our faith in a way that mirrors the dedication and performance of an elite athlete. Ben shares a simple but profound definition of what that looks like that we then spend the rest of the episode teasing out.

 Josh Hong is an athlete that broke onto the competitive CrossFit scene at the Granite Games this year and made a huge impression on our staff. He is sold out for Christ and unashamedly lives out his faith. There was a pivotal moment during the snatch event where things didn't go the way he planned, and he dropped to his knees afterwards to surrender the moment to the Lord and learn from it.    There's a lot coming down the pipeline and going to be announced in the coming weeks so make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter, if you're not, you can sign up on our website www.faithrxd.org, or be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook and tap the bell icon in the upper right hand corner of our profile to turn on notifications for our posts and stories. We'll be announcing the next True Strength Camp; our upcoming leadership retreat, IMPACT | Truly Known; as well as where to find us at the upcoming 2022 CrossFit Games, where we will be hosting daily FAITH + FITNESS Workouts with Mayhem Missions, morning FAITH Workouts, and more.   The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

We're excited to have Dan Bailey back on the podcast. We catch up on life and have a transparent conversation about finally making it back to the 2021 CrossFit Games after fighting back from injury, then testing positive for COVID before the first event. We talk about his recent marriage to All American Gymnast and USAW National Champ, Alex LaChance. We also dig in to what it's been like to maintain his beliefs around sex and marriage in an environment where the world sees his convictions as weird and unnecessary.    There's a lot coming down the pipeline and going to be announced in the coming weeks so make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter, if you're not, you can sign up on our website www.faithrxd.org, or be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook and tap the bell icon in the upper right hand corner of our profile to turn on notifications for our posts and stories. We'll be announcing the next True Strength Camp; our upcoming leadership retreat, IMPACT | Truly Known; as well as where to find us at the upcoming 2022 CrossFit Games, where we will be hosting daily FAITH + FITNESS Workouts with Mayhem Missions, morning FAITH Workouts, and more.   The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

On this episode of the podcast we're talking with CrossFit Games Teen competitor Delaney Wade. On February 1, 2019, Delaney was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. But that didn't stop her from reaching the highest level of our sport, the CrossFit Games, in 2021. Not many people would have the grace or perspective that Delaney has at only 16. In her eyes, the presence of Type 1 Diabetes in her life is a good thing and she praise God for the ways he's used it to bless others.    We wish we had kept recording, because after we were done, Lindsey and Delaney continued discussing life and their relationships with the Lord. Delaney shared, “I want to be passionate about living and about who he made me to be. I hope I always keep my eyes open and can see the small ways he works in life every day… even small things like crying at a sunrise.” She's a special young woman, and we hope you enjoy the episode.     The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Alex Gazan has been a part of the FAITH RXD Community since 2018. After starting a chapter in Oregon, she moved to Las Vegas where she has been able to train with the best in the world, and after many sacrifices and years of hard work, she's punched her ticket to the 2022 CrossFit Games.  We sit down and discuss her experience qualifying at Granite Games, what it was like to miss her opportunity to go to the Games in 2019 by one spot, and her perspective on training.   The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

FAITH RXD Sponsored Athlete, Anthony Davis, competed at the Granite Games a few weeks ago. It was a pivotal event for Anthony as an athlete and affirmed many things the Lord has been pushing him towards, but that he had not fully wrapped his mind around yet. We have a great conversation about the weekend, how God has used it, and what the future holds for Anthony and his competitive career. We're excited for it, and excited to continue supporting him in his journey to the Games, but more importantly, his journey to use the gifts God's given him to create a platform that Anthony can proclaim Christ and point people to the ultimate source of strength and salvation.   The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Lyndsey Deane Ratchford is the National Director of Endurance for Team World Vision at World Vision USA. We discuss domestic and international poverty and how their programs are bringing clean water to people around the world. Their events not only address our traditional understanding of poverty as a physical lack, but are also addressing communal and spiritual poverty- all through fitness.    Each year we partner with World Vision for the Cheru Challenge and use our fitness to raise funds to bring life saving clean water around the world. You can find out more about the event by visiting www.teamworldvision.org/Cheru. Our next event will be May 6, 2023. It sounds far away, but will be here before we know it.   The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today we're sitting down with Tiffany Head. She and her husband co-founded everyone's favorite mobility company, RomWOD and ran a gym for 7 years. On her website, Tiffany shares, “I weighed 300 pounds when God called me to work in the fitness industry, and even though my camera roll is now filled with some pretty unbelievable before and after photos, the transformation that God wanted to accomplish in my life had nothing to do with numbers on the scale.” We talk about what that transformation journey has looked like for her, and how she has chosen to step into the opportunities God has placed before her regardless of how terrifying they may feel in the moment.    The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today, we're diving into the topic of Men and Purity. We have guys from our FAITH RXD community joining us to share their perspectives and journey in this area. We have David Franco and Danny Hancock are both coaches for True Strength FAITH + FITNESS Training Camps; Anthony Davis is a CrossFit Games Athlete, a FAITH RXD sponsored athlete, and also is a coach for True Strength; and last, but not least, we have Jadi Rodriguez, our Executive Director.    We answer questions from our community about pornography, masturbation, abstaining from sex in singleness, and maintaining purity even within marriage. If you have kids, we would recommend listening to the episode first without them to determine if they are mature enough to listen.    We are going to be dedicating about an episode a month to different topics as part of our new series, FAITH Accessory Work. We've already done one episode on the Holy Spirit and now this one on Purity. If you have thoughts, feedback, or topic suggestions, please shoot them to me at lindsey@faithrxd.org.   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today, we have 2x CrossFit Games Teen Athlete, Rebekah Devine sitting down with us. We talk about everything from why she loves reading the Bible for herself, how she came to know the Lord, to her experience competing. Her maturity is amazing and her heart for the Lord is beautiful. She truly puts him first in every area of her life.    When this episode airs, she'll be wrapping up her semi-finals weekend. You should definitely head over to her Instagram, @rebekahdevine to follow her journey and send her some encouragement!   The backbone of our ministry is our chapters. Our chapters are volunteer led communities that are in over 80 cities and 9 countries. Every month, they host a free FAITH + FITNESS Workout at a local gym. If you haven't been to an event, you should definitely check one out. You can find the nearest location by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today we're introducing a new series called Faith Accessory Work. These episodes will be dedicated to specific theological topics. On this episode we have our host, Lindsey Strickler;  regular guests, FAITH RXD Interim Executive Director Jadi Rodriguez, and FAITH RXD Ambassador Anthony Davis; and a new guest, Jadi's Pastor and Friend, Ben Bufkin, the Head Pastor of Living Word Church. Our first topic is on the Power of the Holy Spirit.   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today we're talking to Dan Cox, the Sales and Marketing Director for Elite SRS, the jump rope company that invented the 90 degrees technology used by a majority of fitness jump rope companies. Elite SRS exists to equip and encourage people to "Do Hard Things™" so they grow stronger. Dan's life is marked by discipleship- from his time starting and leading a college sports ministry, to working in professional sports, to now working with Elite SRS. Something he said when we were done recording, and didn't make it into the episode, is, “Jesus was super interruptible, we should be interruptible.” It's an incredible challenge to take into the rest of the year.   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

In this episode we're sitting down with two True Strength Coaches and FAITH RXD Leaders, David Franco and Danny Hancock. David and Danny are best friends and share what it's been like for their friendship to grow while they've grown in their relationships with the Lord. We hear about the importance of male friendships and how accountability is one of the most loving things we can offer one another.   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

True Strength Coach, Sarah Loogman joins us again to talk about what God's been doing in her life and in her businesses Exercise Joy and Full Armor, and non-profit, Point One Vision. Sarah has an epic fundraiser for Point One Vision coming up in August called the Oahu Pentathlon. This 24 hour, 135 Mile race can be done individually, or as a team. For more information, visit  www.oahupentathlon.com.   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Ebby is a 2021 CrossFit Games athlete who competed in the Women's neuromuscular division. She is a wife and a mom of three beautiful children. She was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis on December 2, 2014. She went from being the strongest she had ever been, to using a cane for balance. We discuss her journey of her health and life being drastically impacted in a short amount of time. She is raw and honest about her heart when she was diagnosed and in this current season.   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today is Easter. It's the most important celebration we have where we take time to remember what it is that Jesus did for us on the cross 2,000 years ago. Anthony Davis our Sponsored Athletes, Jadi Rodriquez our Interim Executive Director, and Lindsey dive into why celebrating Easter is such a big deal.    Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Isaac will tell you, he's just a regular guy, but a regular guy that is facing something that is all to common- anxiety. His battle has been debilitating at times, but because of the Lord, he's found victory in living with it. He's written a book called The Exodus Problem that shares his journey and the encouragement he's leaned on in Scripture and his community. His desire is for this book to encourage others in a similar situation in life.   In his book he shares: “Deliverance is not automatic, and it doesn't come easily. I was asking God to deliver me from a major stronghold in my life, and I also had it all worked out in my head just how God was going to deliver me. Images of Jesus healing the lame, causing the blind to see, and raising people from the dead filled my mind, and I began to see myself just waking up one day and everything is gone. The tormenting anxious thoughts, the dark clouds of depression I would feel on and off every day, and the debilitating pain, everything…just gone! As convenient as that would have been, it just didn't work out that way for me. My desire to be delivered required me to take steps of faith that were beyond my comfort zone. It required me to push myself harder and to go further than I was capable of going. It was a journey that was impossible for me to complete on my own strength, but it wasn't impossible for God.”   Our next True Strength Camp is happening in Waukesha, WI! To learn more, go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthwaukesha   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether it is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Taylor is a 2021 CrossFit Games Semi-finalist and Owner of Einhorn CrossFit. We talk about what it was like to open a gym during COVID, going through the hardest year of her life, and finding Jesus all at the same time. She shares about what it's been like as a new believer, and the joy she has now. Her whole presence exudes it and it's spilled over into the dynamics of her gym.   To hear the updates for the next True Strength Camp, sign up at www.faithrxd.org/nexttruestrength

Matt Wilcox is the FAITH RXD Meridian Regional Director, which means he oversees our chapters in the UK, Europe, and Africa. We dive in to his story, but also the topic of calling, talent and treasure. A big passion and encouragement of his is that no calling, talent, or platform is too small. Everyone has a circle of influence that they can use to reach people for Christ.    FAITH RXD is partnering with The Cheru Challenge. This charity workout that equips athletes to raise funds for water well projects for kids in developing countries that do not have access to clean water. To join in and be part of the next challenge, go to www.teamworldvision.org/cheruchallenge   To hear the updates for the next True Strength Camp, sign up at www.faithrxd.org/nexttruestrength   All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oCIBCpam6LkTkPpqzYhsd4   Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-faith-fitness-podcast-by-faith-rxd/id1499524914

In this episode we're sitting down again with our friend, JCruz Gudino. JCruz is a husband, father to four amazing kiddos, and placed second at the 2021 CrossFit Games in the Mens Neuromuscular Division. We talk about the journey he's been on after the Games and how his perspective on competing and training has shifted.  After suffering two Neuro Crashes, he's been real with God about the frustrations of letting go of the story he thought God was writing for him. In it, he's found a new freedom and a new way to train. Contentment has taken on a new meaning because of it. FAITH RXD is partnering with The Cheru Challenge. This charity workout that equips athletes to raise funds for water well projects for kids in developing countries that do not have access to clean water. To join in and be part of the next challenge, go to www.teamworldvision.org/cheruchallenge To hear the updates for the next True Strength Camp, sign up at www.faithrxd.org/nexttruestrength All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

In this episode we're talking to Jenny Jones, our newest member of our Board of Directors and Chaplain for FAITH RXD West Houston. She has been actively involved in CrossFit for 7 years, with the last 2 years as a coach. She also serves as the Associate Pastor at Real Hope Community Church, and has been married to her husband, Chad, for 17 years. They have 4 kids: Ryland (15), Seth (13), Wyatt (10), Kennedy (9). We get into how she came to know the Lord and what it was like navigating that as a child with parents that were not believers, but who later would come to know the Lord themselves. We also dive in to her passion project. Through a partnership with World Vision, Jenny founded The Cheru Challenge. A charity workout that equips athletes to raise funds for water well projects for kids in developing countries that do not have access to clean water. To join in and be part of the next challenge, go to www.teamworldvision.org/cheruchallenge To hear the updates for the next True Strength Camp, sign up at www.faithrxd.org/nexttruestrength All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

In this episode, we're talking to 2021 CrossFit Games Team CrossFit Westchase member, Hannah Hardy. Hannah has a genuine love for the sport, for how CrossFit positively impacts people's lives, and how it compliments her current occupation as a Chiropractic Intern.  We dive in to how her relationship with the Lord is the reason why she's able to combat the thoughts that still linger from a past eating disorder, how life is better now than the dream she had for herself in high school, and how competing in the Florida Grid League compares to competing at the CrossFit Games.  All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

The roles are being mixed up and the person being interviewed Lindsey Strickler, our host, and Marketing and Media Director. FAITH RXD BCS Chapter Leader Javi Alonzo, and FAITH RXD Board Treasurer and FAITH RXD Houma Chapter Leader, Jadi Rodriguez take the host seat to ask the questions and dig in to Lindsey's story.  Lindsey shares her life of growing up a military brat in multi-cultural environments, building a non-traditional career, and living a life of faithfulness to Jesus throughout it all.  All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Anthony Davis competed this past weekend in the Individual Elite Division of Wodapalooza. He is not new to the world of competitive CrossFit as he competed at the CrossFit Games in 2017 with Timberwolf CrossFit where they finished 8th place. He's also set the record for the heaviest Snatch in a live competition- twice. But none of that is as impressive as his heart for the Lord, or his commitment to being a man of character and integrity. We dive in to how he came to know the Lord, and the way it has made a dramatic change in his life. We don't want to spoil anything, but he gets real about a devastating porn addiction and the effects of forgiveness in his family. All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We are in a season of giving and we would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today, Jadi sits down with us to discuss some things that have weighed heavy on his heart this season. We talk about what it means to have a worshipful Christmas and how it looks different as a believer than it did when he was an atheist. If you missed our last podcast with Jadi, you should go back and listen. We talk more about his testimony and how he came to know the Lord. It's a wild story that only God could write. We are in a season of giving. All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We are in a season of giving and we would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today we're going back to this summer at the CrossFit Games where we had the opportunity to sit down with a missionary named Scott. Due to the nature of his work, we can't be too public about his identity. He shares the incredible story of how God called his family into vocational missional work and what they have been up to. Something you won't hear us talk about publicly is the work of FAITH RXD members in closed countries. What closed means is that Christianity is not welcomed there and people who spread the Gospel are persecuted. Scott is not one of our missionaries, but we have other men and women, like Scott, that are using their fitness to access countries they otherwise would not be able to. Right now, we are in the midst of what we become our annual end of year fundraising campaign called the FAITH RXD Family Challenge. We are challenging our FAITH RXD family to PROTECT OUR GIFT, BUILD FOR THE LOST, and COMMIT TO HIS COMMISSION by raising financial support for the organization. To Learn more, or to donate, visit https://faithrxd.org/thefaithrxdfamilychallenge

Today we're sitting down with Jared Graybeal. Last year, Jared sold his company, Superfit Foods, a healthy, subscription-based meal prep service. Afterwards, he hit the road to meet with people and explore what his next project should be. Out of that experience, he launched the Zelos Games, an event and experience company aimed at solving the earning potential issues faced by many athletes within CrossFit. Needless to say, he's an incredibly driven person. To balance his drive with the contentment that God calls us to, he's developed a daily system that works well for him. We discuss what that striving and contentment journey has been like for him, as well as what he's been up to since we last sat down at the 2021 CrossFit Games. If you missed our last podcast with Jared, you should go back and listen. We talk more about his testimony and how he came to know the Lord. It's a wild story that only God could write. We are in a season of giving. All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We are in a season of giving and we would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today is a little different than what we normally do. Instead of an interview, we are sharing the BELIEVE talk from True Strength College Station. It was given by Ben Alderman. He owns a gym in California, and is the creator of the Iron Mile, a mile long walk with a yoke. He shares what it means to believe in Jesus. It is the first part of what we believe is the prescription for faith, which, in it's entirety, is BELIEVE, FOLLOW, LOVE. Believe in Jesus. Follow what he says. Go out and love people. We are in a season of giving. All we do at FAITH RXD is possible because of God, first, second because of our incredible volunteers, and in a major way it is also because of our donors. We are in a season of giving and we would ask you to pray about partnering with us in what God is doing by becoming a monthly donor. Seriously, first pray about it. Whether is $5, $50, $500 or some other amount, it is all used and helps accomplish the mission. If God is leading you to give, you can do that at www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today, we're going back to the CrossFit Games to an interview we did with Regionals and Multi-Games Masters Athlete, Laura Neilsen. Laura shares what it was like competing this year after qualifying for last year's Games but having the opportunity taken away by COVID. She shares her testimony as well as what it's like coaching the next generation of female athletes.   This episode is brought to you by Crossover Symmetry. Replace pain with strength with their World class training and equipment for pain, rehab, and performance. You can learn more at www.crossoversymmetry.com As always, if you have an idea for the podcast, we'd love to hear it! Feel free to shoot us an email at info@faithrxd.org with “Podcast Idea” as the subject. If you enjoy the podcast and the work that we're doing at FAITH RXD, we'd love for you to consider becoming a financial partner. This podcast and the work we do in our local communities would not be possible without the financial support of our global family. Whether that's $5, $50, or $500 a month, it all helps. To join, go to www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today, we're going back to the CrossFit Games to an interview we did with Adaptive Athlete JCruz Gudino. We hear his incredible story of how his life changed in 2019, but he fully believes it's because God had bigger plans for him than he had for himself- and this is how God wanted to do it. He lives with a rare condition that leaves him unable to feel his legs, yet, he can walk. This episode is brought to you by Crossover Symmetry. Replace pain with strength with their World class training and equipment for pain, rehab, and performance. You can learn more at www.crossoversymmetry.com As always, if you have an idea for the podcast, we'd love to hear it! Feel free to shoot us an email at info@faithrxd.org with “Podcast Idea” as the subject. If you enjoy the podcast and the work that we're doing at FAITH RXD, we'd love for you to consider becoming a financial partner. This podcast and the work we do in our local communities would not be possible without the financial support of our global family. Whether that's $5, $50, or $500 a month, it all helps. To join, go to www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today, we tackle the topic of Endurance with Spencer Arnold. Spencer is a theologian in his own right and has impacted our staff in many ways. His passion for the Bible and driving people to learn the word of God for themselves is powerful. He challenges us to not run from the hard things and to embrace Christ in the midst of crisis. Spencer Arnold is the Founder of Power and Grace Performance and Weightlifting Coach to multiple Olympic athletes. His prior career as a weightlifting athlete he was the American Open Champion, Silver and Bronze Medalist at Senior National Championships, and Member of Team USA University World Team. As always, if you have an idea for the podcast, we'd love to hear it! Feel free to shoot us an email at info@faithrxd.org with “Podcast Idea” as the subject. If you enjoy the podcast and the work that we're doing at FAITH RXD, we'd love for you to consider becoming a financial partner. This podcast and the work we do in our local communities would not be possible without the financial support of our global family. Whether that's $5, $50, or $500 a month, it all helps. To join, go to www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today we're talking with Jadi Rodriguez. Jadi has a crazy story of going from being an Atheist professor, trying to convince students to leave their faith, to becoming a believer and is not in seminary to be a theologian. We talk about his journey which includes divorce, and talk about God redeeming that area of his life as he met his wife. We also dive into our culture's current battle with sex and remaining pure. We discuss how both the rejection of purity and divorce are symptoms of a bigger issue. If you enjoy the podcast and the work that we're doing at FAITH RXD, we'd love for you to consider becoming a financial partner. This podcast and the work we do in our local communities would not be possible without the financial support of our global family. Whether that's $5, $50, or $500 a month, it all helps. To join, go to www.faithrxd.org/donate

Today we're talking to Brian Nelson, Mayhem's CFO. He recently started Mayhem Mission with Rich Frohning, and their goal is to help communities in need through faith and fitness.  We dive in a little bit into Mayhem Mission, but spend a bulk of our time talking about how Brian came to know the Lord , why he's so passionate about his relationship with God and loves sharing it with others. In fact, as this episode is published, Brian is in Peru with his crew, loving on people there. We are very excited to be partnering with Mayhem Mission at the BCS Classic this week on a kickoff event for the festival. If you haven't heard about BCS Classic, it's a Faith Family and Fitness Festival  in College Station Texas that was started by Charlie Lima who we've interviewed in the past on this podcast. If you're in the area, you definitely won't want to miss out and should come hang out with us. If you're interested in learning more about Mayhem Mission and trips they have coming up, go to their website at mayhemmission.org Also, if you missed out on our Early Bird pricing for our three day immersive Faith and fitness camp, True Strength, that's okay. From Aug 27 to Sept 1, we are offering the same discount of $100 off when you use the code BCS at checkout.

Today we're sitting down with Jared Graybeal, founder of Superfit foods and owner of E3 Business solutions. He share's his testimony and unlikely path from selling drugs, going to prison, then his life being turned around by fitness and a relationship with Jesus. We want to give a huge thank you to MakeWODSGreatAgain for having our back and providing mics for this interview when ours wouldn't work. If you haven't checked out one of our FAITH + FITNESS Workouts, which are free events that happen every month in 80 cities and 9 countries, then go to www.faithrxd.org/chapters to get more info and find one near you.

Today we're talking to Joshua Broome- pastor, speaker, and anti-porn advocate. In a post earlier this month, Joshua wrote, “It is never too late to start moving in a different direction. God loves you and desperately wants to know you. There is a new life filled with peace, purpose, and love waiting for you when you surrender your life to Jesus.” It's a truth he knows on an incredibly deep level. After what many would call a successful career in the porn industry as an actor, who was nominated for Male Performer three times, and won it once, earning over a million dollars- it left him empty and wishing to die. He walked away from it all, and started over with a career as a CrossFit coach. It's there Jesus would meet him through the people he met, and we'll, you'll have to listen to hear the rest. The topics we discuss are a bit much for you her audiences, so if you have kids listening, we'd recommend listening to it first without them to determine whether or not they're ready to hear our conversation. A few things before we dive in. Registration for True Strength College Station is now live! We are incredibly excited to be bringing our three day immersive faith and fitness training camp to Texas. We promise you'll leave challenged, yet renewed at the deepest levels. Head to www.FAITHRXD.org/truestrengthcollegestation to watch our mini documentary of our last camp and learn more about this one coming up. Until August 22nd, we're running an early bird special of $349, reduced from our regular $449. We also have a big request. If you enjoy the podcast, our daily devotionals, our camps, or are plugged into a local community, please consider becoming a monthly donor. All this is only possible because of you guys. At our last camp, 4 people gave their lives to the Lord, and 20 were baptized. We have people meeting every month in over 80 cities and 9 countries. And so much more we could get into at another time. To join our monthly giving team, head over to www.FAITHRXD.org/donate

Today we're hanging out with Nathan Bramblett 5x CrossFit Regionals Athlete, Games Athlete, And founder of Tarsus Movement. We talk about how he came to know the Lord and he gets very raw about his own sin and brokenness and what God redeemed him from. We're pumped, because Nathan will be joining us again as a coach at True Strength in Texas! For more information on our three day faith and fitness training camp, go to www.FAITHRXD.org/truestrengthtexas

Today we're sitting down with Charlie Lima, owner of Boomfit and the BCS Classic- a faith, family, and fitness festival with a competition component. He is a husband, and father to four amazing kids. We talk about his journey of becoming a believer and how he uses his gym and his festival to bring others closer to God. He drops some amazing truth and what it looks like for you to use your miracle opportunities to be a light for Jesus, no matter where you are in life or what you're doing. We're headed to the great state of Texas October 15-17 for True Strength, our three day FAITH + FITNESS Training Camp. We always do an early bird discount, so you'll want to Go to www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthtexas to get on our email list to be notified when registration opens. We cannot wait to see you there!

Billy is back! We sit down for a conversation on an experience he had recently where he spoke on spiritual blindness to a young group of men. Billy does not have a degree in ministry or any formal training, yet God has used Billy to be his voice to people through speaking and being a Director at FAITH RXD. The ministry of FAITH RXD is possible first, because of God and what he's chosen to do through us, but second, because of the incredible generosity of our community through volunteering and financial giving. We'd love for you partner with us and would be honored to be part of your monthly giving. You can learn more, or give, at www.faithrxd.org/donate

In true Tyler fashion, he cuts through a lot of the noise and speaks directly to our hearts in this talk. Tyler is the Chapter Champion for FAITH RXD and has been involved in the organization longer than most people. He gets in to his personal testimony, but it's to illustrate how we all have things that are holding us back from following Jesus fully. It's time to let those things go. After giving this talk at the True Strength Faith + Fitness Training Camp this weekend, 20 people were baptized and either gave their lives to the Lord for the first time, or reeducated their lives. God moved in big ways and has continued to do so in the days since. If you are looking for meaningful community, please find a local FAITH RXD chapter near you by going to www.faithrxd.org/chapters

We're excited to share the story of one of our teammates here at HQ. Cassie's story is a beautiful one of redemption and the ongoing healing that is possible when you surrender your life to the Lord. Cassie has seen the power of what God can do as he's redeemed her past of being an atheist who tried to convert people to not believing in God, to her broken marriage, and family dynamics. Cassie is part of our programs team for a few years, and has been part of our broader FAITH RXD family for much longer. We're honored she's willing to share her testimony on the podcast. We're super excited to announce that we're back in person! We'll be hosting the True Strength FAITH + FITNESS Training Camp this May 14-16 in Miami, FL. Join us for a weekend of fitness, faith, and fun in the sun! For more info, visit www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthmiami

Christian is an entrepreneur, husband, father, and founder of  Florez Media with his wife Hailee. Together they work with athletes and influencers like Dan Bailey, Nicholas Meregali, and others. Christian's path has been unconventional, and you can't deny the hand that God has had in way before Christian even had a relationship with him.  We discuss his battle with drugs that began in 7th grade, what led him there, and how God has transformed his life. It's a powerful testimony to how we can't underestimate God and what he's capable of.  We're super excited to announce that we're back in person! We'll be hosting the True Strength FAITH + FITNESS Training Camp this May 14-16 in Miami, FL. Join us for a weekend of fitness, faith, and fun in the sun! For more info, visit www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthmiami

The CrossFit Open was an exciting time for many, but probably the most excited group of people were adaptive athletes. CrossFit HQ introduced new divisions that allowed these athletes to compete for the first time in the Open. This opens the doors for them to compete at the Games in the future. We sit down with adaptive athlete Kevin Ogar, who is also an affiliate owner and CrossFit Level 1 and 2 Seminar Training Staff Member for CrossFit. Both he, and his wife Shannon placed third in their respective Open Adaptive Divisions.    We dive in to the history of the divisions, how they work, and the mindset of athletes. We also dive in to what God's been teaching him personally. There's lots of truth shared with a giant amount of love behind it.    As always, if you have any ideas for the podcast, or people you think we should interview, send us an email with subject “Podcast Feedback” to info@faithrxd.org

Today we're sitting down with James Lancaster, the owner of Deep River Fit in Memphis, TN and founder of Kings of Grit. Kings of Grit seeks to transform the lives of young men in the prison system through fitness, competition, and community.   Their core values are amazing:   1. Be Relentless. Giving up is not an option. 2. If he doesn't know, teach him! 3. Show some grace. 4. Unity. We're all in this together.   James' story is one of willingness and letting God use the skills he'd cultivated throughout his journey to connect and impact other mens' lives.    We're super excited to announce that we're back in person! We'll be hosting the True Strength FAITH + FITNESS Training Camp this May 14-16 in Miami, FL. Join us for a weekend of fitness, faith, and fun in the sun! For more info, visit www.faithrxd.org/truestrengthmiami

The title of this episode is just as crazy as it sounds, but not as crazy as what God brought Graham Dessert through to bring Graham to him. We sit down and talk about what this last year was like doing the iconic hero WOD, Murph, every day. We discuss the discipline and commitment it instilled and how it has changed the next season of his life.    Our sponsor for this episode is Exercise Joy, a fitness apparel, equipment, and lifestyle brand. Their mission is encouraging the practice of true joy found in the pursuit of serving others well. Use the code “FAITHRXD” to get 10% off of your online order at shopexercisejoy.com   As always, if you have ideas for the podcast, or people you want us to chat with, please don't hesitate to shoot me an email at lindsey@faithrxd.org

In today's episode, we get the three Directors at FAITH RXD together to talk about life, and what brought them to FAITH RXD. All three stories are very different, but God's faithfulness is very evidently woven through each.    As always, if you have ideas for the podcast, or people you want us to chat with, please don't hesitate to shoot me an email at lindsey@faithrxd.org.   Lots coming up! To stay in the know, make sure you're following us on Instagram or Facebook, you can find our accounts @faithrxd or you can sign-up for our newsletter at http://www.faithrxd.org.   As a nonprofit ministry, we rely on the financial support from our generous donors.   We are so thankful for all of you who have continued to provide financial support during this time. We understand that many wanted to, but were unable to do so. If you are in a position to give, we ask you to prayerfully support FAITH RXD with a gift that is right for you right now.   You can do so by visiting http://www.faithrxd.org/donate

In our conversation today, Tasia exhibits a heavenly perspective of life and is experiencing the comfort that comes when we act out of obedience and trust God with the outcomes.    It's really easy to get caught up in trying to control outcomes because we have an earthly and human perspective. But as believers, we're called to have a heavenly perspective. We go through things that will never make sense from a human standpoint, but from a heavenly standpoint make all the sense in the world. Those details aren't always ours to know while we're here. We have a choice to either get wrapped up in the unknown, or just surrender it all to God and go about living for him, trusting that he's got it figured out, and living with the relief of knowing we don't have to.   Heaven is going to be awesome. And if we realized how awesome it's going to be, we wouldn't waste our time trying to force life to make sense the way we want it to. We are literally incapable of coming up with something as awesome as heaven.   It's a great episode. As always, if you have ideas for the podcast, or people you want us to chat with, please don't hesitate to shoot us an email at info@faithrxd.org