LET'S EAT!

In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin and Amanda delve into the concept of BIBLICAL feasting. Is indulging ever OK? If so, when, why, how? What does the Bible have to say? They explore its characteristics, purpose, and how to navigate holiday gatherings without guilt. We were made to feast, at the right time, for the righty reasons, with the right outlook. Always in community and with thankfulness.

BUT, sometimes it's not your TIME or your TURN to be feasting like you have in the past. So they discuss the importance of planning, portion control, and mindful eating, especially during the feasting season for those people who need to be more intentional in the season that they find themselves in. The conversation emphasizes the communal aspect of feasting, the need for a positive mindset, and practical strategies for managing food choices during holidays if you are someone who tends to binge or overindulge. Listeners are encouraged to reframe their experiences and focus on the joy of celebration rather than guilt over food choices when the purpose is to feast with thankfulness, while also not letting the celebration get the best of them and their health goals in the long term.

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In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda sit down with Ian Bracken, a seasoned Strongman competitor and gym owner local to Coach Amanda who is about to compete in his biggest competition yet, OSG Worlds.

They discuss Ian's journey into strength sports, the community aspect of Strongman, and his experiences in different competition environments. Ian shares his proudest moments, the challenges of training masters strongman and managing injuries, and goes over his upcoming events at the OSG Worlds.

Ian also shares his origin story in the realm of Strongman, discussing the importance of fearlessness in training, his unique approach to managing type 1 diabetes along the way, and the significance of his family's support. He outlines his meet-week protocol and what his deloads look like, he defines what would make him feel successful OSG Worlds, and emphasizes the welcoming nature of the Strongman community. Ian even shares a few funny stories from competitions and encourages newcomers to embrace the sport if they've been curious!

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What does it actually look like to have your nutrition dialed in? How do you know if you're doing well? What myths and fad diets do we need to leave at the door and forget about?

In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Bill, and Amanda delve into the intricacies of nutrition, focusing on macronutrients, their roles, and how to effectively implement dietary strategies for health and fitness. They discuss the importance of understanding calories, the role of fats, debunk myths surrounding dietary fats and cancer, and emphasize the significance of balanced nutrition for weight management. The conversation also covers practical approaches to tracking food intake and adjusting dietary habits for long-term success.

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Have you ever felt guilty for wanting to look good or lose weight? Can christians train with one of their goals being to look attractive in the end? Can we acknowledge there is objective beauty in a healthy look? In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Emily, and Coach Amanda explore the intersection of bodybuilding style training and Christian faith, discussing whether pursuing aesthetics as a goal in itself is sinful. They share personal training updates, delve into the possible motivations behind bodybuilding style training, and emphasize the importance of stewardship over the body. The conversation also touches on the balance between health, aesthetics, and the christian walk, and the detrimental role of comparison in fitness journeys. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to pursue fitness with the right motivations and to support one another in their journeys. We conclude that one of those godly motivations CAN be aesthetics when your WHY is in the right place! Give it a listen here or wherever you get your podcasts! Just look up Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells! Enjoy the episode!

Feeling like your progress is stalled and you can't figure out why? Or do you just find yourself failing in the same area over and over? Tune in here:

Hear about the most common reasons why individuals struggle to make progress in their fitness journeys!

In this episode, the coaches discuss various reasons why individuals may struggle to make progress in their fitness journeys. They explore themes such as the importance of patience, the need for recovery, and the impact of life changes on routines. The conversation also delves into emotional eating, the dangers of program hopping, and the significance of accountability in achieving fitness goals. Throughout the discussion, the coaches emphasize the necessity of mastering basic health habits and maintaining a flexible approach to training and nutrition.

And if you want more help troubleshooting, go back and listen to PART 1 in the youtube playlist.

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Feeling like your progress is stalled and you can't figure out why? Or do you just find yourself failing in the same area over and over? Tune in here:

In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda discuss the common reasons why individuals struggle to make progress in their fitness journeys. They explore themes such as unrealistic expectations, the dangers of overcomplicating training plans, and the importance of creating a supportive environment for achieving fitness goals. The conversation emphasizes the need for consistency, simplicity, and a positive mindset in the pursuit of health and fitness.

In this conversation, Coaches Justin and Amanda discuss various aspects of health and fitness, focusing on creating a healthy food environment, understanding emotional eating, managing stress, the importance of sleep and recovery, building discipline over motivation, and establishing clear goals and vision for long-term health. They emphasize the significance of cooking skills, the psychological aspects of food choices, and the need for a structured approach to fitness and nutrition.

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Did Christians Get it Right? Or did we Drop the Ball?

In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Bill, and Emily discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk and the varied responses from the Christian community. They reflect on the importance of mourning, the challenges of public grief, and the need for grace in times of tragedy. The conversation also touches on the role of pastors in addressing such events and the implications of cultural Christianity for the good of society. Ultimately, the hosts emphasize the significance of gospel proclamation and the importance of grace and decorum during serious and difficult times.

This episode takes a break from our usual content to dive deep into the BIBLES part of Bacon, Bibles, and Barbell Podcast. We hope this helps stimulate helpful thoughts and conversations wherever you find yourself with this topic.

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Are steak and butter really answer to all of your problems??? We would argue a big fat NO! In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda discuss the implications of high-fat diets on women's health, particularly focusing on insulin sensitivity, hormonal balance, and the importance of carbohydrates. They share personal training updates, health challenges, and recovery strategies while emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to nutrition. The conversation highlights the risks associated with extreme dietary practices and offers practical guidelines for maintaining a healthy diet. Give it a listen here or wherever you get your podcasts! Just look up Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells! Enjoy the episode!

How many women have you heard say "it's my hormones!" Is it really? Or is there more to the story? In this episode, the coaches discuss the complexities of women's hormones, emphasizing the importance of understanding hormonal health beyond social media myths. They explore how lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress significantly impact hormonal balance. The conversation also covers the menstrual cycle's influence on hormone levels and the necessity of contextualizing blood work results. Ultimately, the coaches encourage women to take control of their health through informed lifestyle choices rather than relying solely on supplements or medications.

They also cover the role that being influenced by social media plays in self-diagnosis and the spiral of stress and victim mentality around this topic. The solution is always to try and find out the truth, and deal with the realities. But it is never to sit around feeling sorry for yourself about a self determined diagnosis that a list of symptoms on an instagram post gave you.

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In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and her husband Anthony discuss Anthony's journey with antidepressants and the process of coming off those medications. They also cover getting your hormones checked and the link between depression and low hormones, and the difference that testosterone replacement therapy can make. They explore the initial reasons for starting antidepressants, the realization of dependency, and the challenges faced when transitioning off these medications.

They discuss the emotional turmoil that often accompanies detox, the numbing effects of SSRIs on life experiences, and the long term effects and addictive nature that Doctors don't usually warn people about. They also touch on the role of nutrition, exercise, and journaling in the withdrawal process, and what to expect from a physical and emotional perspective. They even dive into some simple protocols for coming off these types of medications and go in depth on Anthony's personal experience.

Anthony is just one example of many people who are given an anti-depressant by a Doctor that they trust, without ever running a proper hormone panel, suggesting lifestyle interventions, or warning them of the addictive nature. This is just a small piece of a much larger discussion, but one that needs to be talked about more. Anti-depressants don't have to be for life, and can be worked off of safely with the proper guidance.