Strong After Birth |  Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms

Strong After Birth | Postpartum Fitness & Body Image Support for Christian Moms

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  • My Pregnancy Journey: Part 2

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    As you may have heard earlier this week on Instagram, Boaz Lindahl made his grand debut to the world (and we’re SO happy he’s here!)

    On May 30th, my life was forever changed as I began the transition from maiden to motherhood.

    But, this podcast isn’t about that.

    It’s about you.

    The nosy Nelly, curious Kelly, and investigative Ilene. (yes, you- you’re all welcome here!)

    The woman who’s been dying to know what my pregnancy was like.

    The highs and lows, the ins and the outs.

    All from a raw and real perspective.

    So, just for you …

    I’m sharing my pregnancy’s juicy details from start to (almost) finish in the latest HTS episode.

    So maybe that by normalizing painful pregnancies, changing bodies, and trials you can find relief from the pressure you might be putting on yourself to be perfect.

    Click the play button to listen now!

    P.S. Check out my Instagram to stay in the loop with the latest baby business and follow my recovery!

    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

    36 min
  • How to Find Peace with the Mirror

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    Have you ever found yourself walking away from the mirror feeling unworthy, unacceptable or unlovable?

    So many strong Christian women are bombarded by thoughts of shame, guilt, and embarrassment from the enemy as they tear apart their flaws in the mirror. 

    But I want you to know that this is NOT your only option.
    Unshakable body confidence and joy in Christ IS possible!

    However, in order to do battle with the lies in the mirror, you’ll need a weapon…

    And in this episode of the HTS Podcast, you’ll be getting just that- a spiritual weapon that you can use to combat the attacks of the enemy in just 3 simple steps.

    We'll also dive deeper to discover:

    • Why being stuck in the body hate-shame spiral is robbing you of confidence & joy
    • The spiritual weapon you NEED to combat the lies of the enemy in the mirror
    • How to truly see yourself as the loved, accepted & beautiful child of God you are

    So if you’re ready to find freedom from fixating on your flaws, so that you can finally see your body as fearfully and wonderfully made, 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

    17 min
  • Easy Steps to Recovering from Female Athlete Burnout with Erica Cuni

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    Did you know that, according to a Gallup poll, women in America are more likely to experience burnout in their lifetime than men? 

    So many hardworking women push their bodies and minds to the limit trying to do everything for everyone, that they end up sabotaging themselves in the process. 

    Even the side-effects of burnout have been normalized in our hustle culture, as brain fog, extreme fatigue, and racing thoughts are dismissed simply as “mom-brain” or the price of productivity.

    But you do NOT have to live with perpetual burnout!

    Which is why I’m SO excited to share this conversation I had with self-proclaimed burnout survivor and licensed therapist, Erica Cuni  (@theburnoutprofessor).

    In this episode of the HTS podcast, you’ll get a behind the scenes look at: 

    • Why women are experiencing a burnout epidemic
    • 3 red flags that you may be headed for burnout yourself
    • How to heal from burnout & prevent it from happening to you

    If you are ready to ditch the heartburn of burnout, then tune in here! ❤️‍🔥

    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!

    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

    52 min
  • The 10 Minute Evening Routine that Changed My Life

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    Have you ever spent the night tossing and turning, your mind racing with unfinished to-do lists or replaying that one awkward conversation you had?

    So many hard-working, active women struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, because they bring their doubts, worries and insecurities from the day to bed with them.

    Without letting go of your daily troubles, these nagging thoughts will compound night after night, starting your day off on the wrong foot before you even step out of bed.

    That’s why, in this episode, you will be getting my trade secret, 10 minute evening routine for deeper and more restful sleep that has literally changed my life and the lives of my clients! 

    We’ll dive deeper to discover:

    • How to let go of daily worries to free yourself from sleepless nights
    • My 10 minute, 3 step strategy for deeper sleep and increased energy
    • Why your evening routine is more impactful than your morning routine

    If you are ready to ditch the dark circles to get the sleep of your dreams, then tune in now!

    P.S. Want to take a closer look at the core principles of sleep hygiene? After listening to this episode, check out Episode 24 where I give you 6 strategies to optimize your sleep for better energy & workout performance.

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    I pray this blesses you!

    In His Strength,
    Laura Lindahl

    18 min
  • How to Over Come "Gym-Phobia"

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    Have you ever experienced that discouraging feeling of “gymtimidation” as you walk by the free weights section towards your trusty treadmill?

    So many hardworking and active women allow their fears of the free weight section to rob them of building lasting strength and confidence through resistance training. 

    Because when you let your fears make decisions for you, you will perpetually be stuck spinning your wheels in the comfort zone…
    And if you only do what is comfortable, your body, beliefs and capability won’t get any stronger.

    Which is why in this episode of the HTS podcast we’re diving deep to discover:

    • Why surrendering to fitness fears will rob you of strength and confidence
    • 3 practical tips to enter the free weight room with courage and grace
    • How to set healthy physical and relational boundaries in the gym

    P.S. Finally ready to balance your fitness from a Christ-centered perspective? 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

    22 min
  • Creating the Optimal Team for Women's Health Journey with Dr. Sean Pastuch

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    Have you ever tried using “Dr. WebMD” to diagnose those nagging symptoms, only to be left feeling more confused, anxious, and misunderstood than before?

    While it may seem easier than finding a trained healthcare or wellness provider, using generalized resources will always give you general, and often inaccurate, results.

    That’s because only a diverse and specialized wellness team can provide you with personalized and sustainable answers, for the long haul!

    Which is why I am SO excited to share this conversation I had with Active Life Founder and coach Dr. Sean Pastuch (@drseanpastuch)!

    In this episode, Dr. Sean and I discuss:

    • Why creating a personalized health care team is crucial for your long term goals
    • How to overcome obstacles in your life that keep you from seeking care
    • 3 questions to ask yourself to start building your wellness dream team TODAY

    If you are ready to find freedom from the endless Google searches and Facebook groups, then tune in now to find out how to assemble a healthcare dream team that works for you!

    P.S. Looking for the Impact Filter document Dr. Sean shared? Find it here!

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    I pray this blesses you!

    In His Strength,
    Laura Lindahl

    58 min
  • What's Sabotaging Your Sabbath Rest?

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    Have you ever felt pressure to say “yes” to doing all the things, even though your plate is already overflowing?

    If so, chances are you are a hardworking, Christian woman who desires to selflessly love and serve those around you.

    And while this is a worthy work to do, all hustle and no healing will leave you feeling burnout, fatigued, and guilty when your body just can’t keep up.

    That’s because you were NOT designed to pour from an empty cup! 

    In this episode of the HTS podcast, we’ll dive deeper to discover:

    • Why practicing sabbath can set you free from hustle culture
    • 3 red flags to look out for that try to sabotage your sabbath
    • A 3-step simple process to find deep rest in Jesus

    Tune in now!

    P.S. Finally ready to balance your fitness from a Christ-centered perspective? 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

    31 min
  • Time Management Mastery for Busy Active Women

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    Have you ever felt like there are not enough hours in the day to accomplish everything on your to-do list and still find time to fit in a workout?

    So many hardworking women make the mistake of thinking that when schedule fatigue hits, the first activity to get cut is their own self-care.

    The reality is, the feelings of burnout and guilt will only increase when you put energy building activities on the back burner. 

    Think about it, how will your battery ever get recharged if you don’t stop to plug it in?

    The key to breaking this vicious cycle of fatigue, burnout and guilt is NOT simply having “more time,” the key is better time prioritization!

    That’s why in this episode of the HTS podcast, we’ll dive deeper to discover:

    • Why "more time" is NOT the solution to fit fitness into your schedule
    • What Godly self-care is, and how can you practice it without feeling selfish
    • 3 simple strategies to help you prioritize your fitness goals everyday

    Tune in now!


    P.S. Want even MORE personalized guidance on how to fit in your fitness? Book a free, 30 minute discovery call with me to work smarter not harder!

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    I pray this blesses you!

    In His Strength,
    Laura Lindahl

    23 min
  • Training & Nutrition Strategies to Conquer PCOS with Katie Massman

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    Did you know that PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) affects 1 in 10 women in America? 

    This means that even if you don’t have PCOS, you likely know someone in your life who does. 

    Even the most hardworking and active women can suffer from debilitating PCOS symptoms that often include extreme fatigue, weight gain, irregular periods and/or infertility…

    But you don’t have to live with these symptoms! 

    That’s why I am SO excited to share this backstage pass to a conversation I had with Registered Dietitian and PCOS specialist Katie Massman! (@pcos.dietitian.katie)

    In this episode of the HTS podcast, Katie and I combine our specialities to discuss:

    • How to identify PCOS symptoms in your own body 
    • Common PCOS myths and misconceptions that stop women from finding healing
    • Simple nutrition and training strategies to help promote more energy, less cravings and a regular cycle

    If you have been diagnosed with PCOS, or if these symptoms sound uncomfortably familiar to you, don’t miss out on this informative and encouraging 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

    58 min
  • How to Use Your Resting Heart Rate to Track Recovery

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    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!

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    I pray this blesses you!

    In His Strength,
    Laura Lindahl

    19 min

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Calling all Christian moms! If you're eager to regain your health, strength, and energy after giving birth, this podcast is for you. 


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