The Messy Action Podcast

THE FITNESS ERA THAT ALMOST BROKE ME 🎙️

This is probably the most personal episode I’ve ever recorded.

I’m walking you through the last 10 years of my health + fitness journey…
not the highlight reel.

The real eras.

The messy ones.

The years I didn’t recognize myself.
The years I thought restriction was discipline.
The years I overexercised, underate, chased numbers, and sat in shame.
The years healing started… and it wasn’t pretty.

And then… the year I finally stopped dieting and realized freedom was the goal all along.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the binge/restrict cycle…
If you’ve ever thought you had to punish yourself to change…
If you’ve ever been in a season where fitness felt more like control than care…

This one is for you.

You’re not broken.
You’re becoming.

🎧 “The Fitness Era That Almost Broke Me” is live now.

DM me RISE if this episode hit home and you’re ready to do this with support, not shame.

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TEAMRISE is changing ... intentionally.

This episode is about who we are no longer building for… and the woman we are building for now.
Less punishment. Less urgency. Less obsession.
More regulation. More strength. More sustainability.

If you’re craving a fitness approach that actually supports your nervous system, your life, and your long-term growth, let’s talk

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Stewardship Over Resolutions: How I’m Entering 2026 With Jesus

What if 2026 isn’t about doing more… but stewarding better?

In this episode of The Messy Action Podcast, I’m sharing why I’m choosing stewardship over resolutions and what it looks like to enter a new year with Jesus at the center, not perfection, pressure, or performative goals.

2025 stretched me. It refined me. It gifted me clarity.
And now, instead of chasing a “new me,” I’m learning how to honor what God has already entrusted to me: my body, my business, my time, my calling, and my heart.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why resolutions often create shame cycles (and why stewardship creates freedom)

• What biblical stewardship actually looks like in health, fitness, and daily life

• Letting go of hustle, control, and striving in the name of “discipline”

• How I’m setting intentions for 2026 without white-knuckling my way through it

• Inviting Jesus into your goals without turning faith into another checklist

If you’re craving a softer, more anchored, more obedient way to grow this year, this episode is for you.

No glow-up culture.
No “new year, new body.”
Just faithful stewardship and messy action, done with Him 🤍

Follow along on Instagram & TikTok @cbardofit for more faith-meets-fitness convos and real-life growth going into 2026.

🎙️ Podcast Episode Description: The Real Reason You Haven’t Changed in a Year

Be honest with yourself for a second…
It’s not a lack of motivation.
It’s not discipline.
And no, it’s not because you “don’t want it bad enough.”

In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason you haven’t changed in the last year...and it has everything to do with the habits, identity, and neural pathways you keep reinforcing on repeat. Your brain isn’t broken… it’s just running an old program

We’ll talk about:
✨ Why awareness alone doesn’t create change✨ How staying in “structure” can actually keep you stuck✨ The science behind breaking old neural pathways and building new ones✨ Why fast, intentional decisions are the key to real momentum✨ How to stop waiting for the “right time” and start becoming HER now

This is the episode that lovingly calls you out...and gives you the tools to finally move forward instead of recycling the same year over and over again.

🎧 If you’re ready to stop repeating patterns and start seeing actual progress, this one’s for you.

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🎉 Welcome Back to 28 Lessons for My 28th Birthday!

I’m finally back behind the mic, and I couldn’t think of a better way to return than by kicking off this brand-new series: 28 Lessons for My 28th Birthday. In this first episode, I’m opening up about where I’ve been, what’s changed, and the pivotal lessons that shaped this past year of growth, clarity, and expansion.

From navigating personal transitions to embracing a new sense of purpose, this episode sets the tone for the transformative conversations and reflections coming your way. Whether you’re here for inspiration, alignment, or a gentle push toward your next chapter ... you’re in the right place.

🌟 Special Birthday Offer:
To celebrate being back (and turning 28!), I’m giving you 28% off 1:1 coaching with TeamRise. This discount is only valid until this Sunday, so if you’ve been waiting for a sign to invest in your growth, consider this it.
👉 Apply now and secure your spot before time runs out!

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Let’s grow together ... one lesson at a time. 💛

🎙️ God Isn’t a Part of a Balanced Lifestyle
Hosted by Courtney Walker | Messy Action Podcast

In this episode, Courtney unpacks what it really means to let God lead in a busy season—not just be another part of your planner.

If you’ve been feeling spiritually dry, overwhelmed by your to-do list, or like you're “doing all the things” but still missing peace… this is your reminder that God was never meant to be fit in. He’s the foundation.

Tune in for a raw conversation on obedience, priorities, and how to keep Jesus first—even when your schedule is anything but quiet.

After battling injury after injury all of my life through my athletic career and now in my health & fitness journey - I have a thing or two to share with you guys!

This episode is to share how my perspective on health & fitness has changed through injury!

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We love MESSY ACTION here, however, if you want to take that side hustle full time there are some important clean action steps I would recommend you take first!

Take these steps to move a lil closer to your DREAM LIFE!

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Body Image, Identity, Confidence - Using scripture to encourage you that the Lord is here to help heal you of any strongholds you have in these...

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March Is Your Make it or Break it Month-

Endurance: For Every Season: Building Strength for Your Mind, Body & Spirit

How to keep showing up this March and through life transitions to make 2025 the year of your dreams!

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