It’s easy to feel like summer is a time to “just get through”—especially when life is full of ministry events, family demands, or mental exhaustion. But what if this could be a season where you actually flourish ? Inside this month’s Stronger Drop, Shaela breaks down how to customize your fitness focus, simplify your nutrition with “satisfied” eating, and create space for spiritual connection. This episode walks you through: 🌿 The new July workout program: “Free to Flourish” 🥗 A powerful shift...
Jun 29, 2025•11 min
Struggling to stay consistent with your health goals? You’re not alone—and it’s not because you’re lazy. In this episode, we uncover: The real reason you fall off track (hint: it's not about willpower) 3 overlooked mindset shifts that help you build lasting habits Why your capacity—not your calendar—sets the pace for consistency Faith-based encouragement to meet yourself with grace, not guilt If you’ve ever thought: “If I can’t do it all, it’s not even worth starting.” …or… “I just need someone ...
Jun 23, 2025•15 min
Feel like you’ve lost all motivation—and don’t know how to get it back? You’re not lazy. You’re not failing. You might just be running on empty. In this second half of Shaela’s conversation with Caitlin (a Stronger Collective member and Christian mom of four), you’ll hear how God used a season of struggle to gently rebuild her rhythms from the inside out. This is about real life, real grace, and workouts that actually fit into motherhood. In this episode, Caitlin shares: What consistency looked ...
Jun 19, 2025•27 min
What if you could approach health with peace—not pressure? In this heartfelt episode, Shaela sits down with Caitlin, a Christian mom of four and member of the Stronger Collective, to unpack what it really looks like to build strength, show up for your body, and honor your faith when life gets hard. Caitlin shares: How perfectionism and “all or nothing” thinking kept her stuck Why she chose to stay in the Stronger Collective even when she couldn’t work out The cultural vs. biblical messages Chris...
Jun 16, 2025•43 min
You might not expect to hear the word sexy on a Christian wellness podcast—but this episode is all about redefining what sexy really means. Spoiler: it’s not about your waistline or macros. It’s about strength, peace, and showing up fully in the life God has called you to. In this honest and practical conversation, Shaela walks you through the 5 most underrated “sexy” health habits every Christian woman should build into her rhythm. These are the small, foundational shifts that make you feel con...
Jun 09, 2025•25 min
If lunch feels like the daily “I don’t know what to eat” spiral, you’re not alone. In this episode, Shaela shares 4 practical, high-protein strategies to help you simplify lunchtime, without sacrificing nutrition—or scrambling through your fridge at noon. From her own story of leftover chaos to building a rotating lunch plan for real-life schedules, you’ll learn how to plan ahead, eat with intention, and take one more thing off your mental plate. Whether you're eating at home, packing meals for ...
Jun 02, 2025•23 min
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is this really enough?” when it comes to short workouts or minimal time in the kitchen—this episode will encourage your heart and simplify your focus. Inside this month’s Stronger Collective update, I’m sharing exactly what we’re doing in June: ✔ A 3-day/week strength training plan using Lean 2.0 Phase 3 ✔ High-protein dinner menu planning that’s mom-life friendly ✔ A new spiritual focus series inside the app to build body & soul strength Plus, I’m sharing rea...
Jun 01, 2025•16 min
If summer feels chaotic and you're constantly thinking, "I want to eat better, but I just don’t have time," this bonus episode is for you. Shaela opens up about the nutrition rhythms that helped her stay grounded during a full season of motherhood and ministry—without stress or overthinking. These are not all-or-nothing rules or Pinterest-perfect plans. They’re practical, grace-filled strategies that help busy Christian women stay consistent in their nutrition without sacrificing their peace or ...
May 29, 2025•14 min
You want to feel strong—not just for the mirror, but for the real-life demands of motherhood, ministry, and the calling God has placed on your life. In this episode, Shaela walks you through the five essential strength exercises every Christian mom should include in her weekly routine to feel steady, confident, and strong for years to come. These aren't fancy or trendy—just foundational movements you’ll actually use (like bending, lifting, reaching, and stepping). What You'll Learn: Why strength...
May 26, 2025•20 min
Have you ever thought, “I used to be so good at this… what happened?” Whether it's been a few weeks or a few years, starting over in your health and fitness journey can feel overwhelming. But here's the truth: you're not starting from scratch—you’re starting from experience. In this empowering episode of Simple Fitness Habits , Shaela walks you through 5 simple, grace-filled steps to get back on track with your fitness, nutrition, and mindset—without falling into hustle, shame, or the lie that y...
May 19, 2025•19 min
Do you keep saying, “I need to start working out,” but feel completely overwhelmed every time you try? You’re not lazy. You’re likely just stuck in analysis paralysis—trying to figure out what workouts to do, how many reps, whether you need to join a gym, and wondering if you’re even doing it right. If you’ve been Googling phrases like “workout routine for beginners,” “how to get toned,” or “simple health rhythms” but nothing sticks, this episode will give you the actual steps to start building ...
May 12, 2025•19 min
You’ve heard the advice: eat healthy 80% of the time, enjoy the other 20%. Sounds reasonable—until it quietly becomes another rule that adds guilt, pressure, or inconsistency to your health journey. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the truth about the 80/20 macro rule and asking: Is it truly helpful for Christian women—or a sneaky form of legalism? Where does it fall short when you're trying to build consistent health habits? How can you pursue both discipline and grace in your fitness jo...
May 05, 2025•19 min
Have you ever felt like if you can’t do it perfectly, it’s not worth doing at all? Whether it’s meal tracking, a workout routine, or your body image goals—perfectionism creeps in and convinces us that anything less than a 10/10 just doesn’t count. In this powerful conversation, Shaela sits down with Brittany Braswell, RD, to unpack how perfectionism shows up in our health, our habits, and even our spiritual life. Together, they explore how striving keeps us stuck in fear, shame, and all-or-nothi...
May 01, 2025•36 min
If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to get toned and feeling completely overwhelmed, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Shaela invites Christian women to reframe the way they view strength training—not as a tool for shrinking or punishing their bodies, but as preparation for their God-given mission. Whether you're feeling burnt out, bloated, or like your workouts have become another box to check, you'll walk away from this episode with practical tools and powerful mindset shift...
Apr 28, 2025•25 min
TSC May Workout Drop: Stronger Together, Leaner, and Spiritually Fueled If your workouts have felt a little scattered, or if your motivation has been all over the place lately—you’re not alone! That’s exactly why I created the monthly workout drops inside The Stronger Collective App for Christian women like you. 🌟 Here's what we're focusing on in May: Workout Plan: Phase 2 of the Lean 2.0 Strength Program is here! Think short, 20–30 minute workouts that focus on building lean muscle, toned arms...
Apr 27, 2025•10 min
JOIN THE FLASH SALE NOW! >> JOIN HERE: www.shaeladaugherty.com/yoursimplehealthblueprint Tired of feeling puffy, bloated, or swollen—and wondering what your body is trying to tell you? In this episode, Shaela breaks down 3 functional health reasons your body might feel off—and how to start supporting it, not punishing it. Whether you're navigating chronic inflammation, low energy, or just not feeling like yourself, this episode will help you get clarity and relief. If you’ve ever said, “I’...
Apr 24, 2025•21 min
Feeling like there’s just no time to work out? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong. In this episode of Simple Fitness Habits , we’re talking about why short, effective workouts (just 3 days a week!) are more than enough to build strength, feel confident, and stop the cycle of starting over every Monday. Shaela shares her own experience navigating postpartum setbacks, guilt, and the all-or-nothing mindset—and how breaking free from perfection led to a sustainable fitness rhythm. You’ll...
Apr 21, 2025•19 min
If you’re constantly exhausted—even when you're getting sleep, eating better, or sticking to your workout routine for beginners —this episode is for you. Shaela uncovers the real reasons Christian women feel burnt out in their health journey, even when they’re doing “everything right.” You’ll learn the subtle signs of burnout that often go unnoticed, the connection between low energy , chronic stress , and overtraining , and how your body’s cries for rest might be disguised as “just being tired....
Apr 17, 2025•23 min
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of counting macros , thought it was just for bodybuilders, or felt confused about how to lose weight without slipping into diet culture—you’re in the right place. In this episode, Shaela breaks down macros in a simple, grace-filled way designed specifically for Christian women who want to build healthy habits without obsessing over numbers. You’ll learn what macronutrients are ( protein, carbs, and fats ), how each one fuels your body, and why understa...
Apr 14, 2025•21 min
If you’ve ever searched how to get toned , workout for women for abs , or how to lose weight fast , this episode is for you. Shaela shares the real truth about getting visible ab definition, and it has nothing to do with doing endless crunches or following unrealistic diet plans. You’ll learn exactly why most ab workouts are a waste of your time and how to strength train your deep core in a way that actually supports your body. With practical tips on workout routines for beginners , breathing te...
Apr 10, 2025•23 min
Ever feel like eating high-protein dinners is either too expensive or too exhausting ? You're not alone. In this episode, Shaela shares the real-life strategy that changed everything for her family—making high-protein meals doable, affordable, and even enjoyable. From balancing macros on a tight budget to simplifying dinner prep for busy nights, you'll learn how to fuel your body (and your family’s) with quality meals that don’t drain your bank account or your energy. Shaela breaks down why prot...
Apr 07, 2025•22 min
If you love running, it’s your go-to workout, your mental escape, your favorite way to move—this episode is for you. But if you’ve ever wondered why your legs feel fatigued, why injuries keep creeping up, or why you’re not seeing the strength and definition you want, we need to talk. Running alone isn’t enough to build a strong, injury-resistant body. In this episode, I break down why strength training is essential for runners and give you an exact training formula to help you balance running an...
Apr 03, 2025•20 min
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, I feel completely at peace in my body ? For most women, that feeling is rare. Instead, we struggle with frustration, guilt, and self-doubt. But here’s the truth: Jesus came not just to bring peace to your heart, but to your body too. In this episode, we’re diving into five powerful Bible verses that will help you see your body through the lens of peace—not pressure. If you’ve ever wrestled with negative body image, exhaustion, or the feeling that y...
Mar 31, 2025•24 min
In this special episode of Simple Fitness Habits , we’re unveiling the April workout plan inside The Stronger Collective app—and why this month is all about train better, not harder . If you’ve ever felt pressure to do more, go harder, or hustle through workouts just to see results, this episode is your permission slip to stop striving and start training with intention. We’ll walk through the full April plan including: A deload week to reset your body The start of Lean 2.0 Phase One (our favorit...
Mar 30, 2025•14 min
CONTEST TIME!!! Celebrating YOU AND 15k Downloads 🎉 (contest ends Friday March 28th, winner will be chosen on Monday March 31st) Here's how to enter: 1. Write a written review with 5 stars in Apple Podcast 2. Screen shot it before submitting (then press submit) 3. Email the screen shot to me at: [email protected] 4. You are now entered to win a $50 giftcard to either Amazon or Target! The habits you live out today don’t just affect you—they shape the health, mindset, and future of your ...
Mar 27, 2025•21 min
CONTEST TIME!!! Celebrating YOU AND 15k Downloads 🎉 (contest ends Friday March 28th, 2025 winner will be chosen on Monday March 31st) Here's how to enter: 1. Write a written review with 5 stars in Apple Podcast 2. Screen shot it before submitting (then press submit) 3. Email the screen shot to me at: [email protected] 4. You are now entered to win a $50 giftcard to either Amazon or Target! Feel like you don’t have time for strength training? Between work, family, and endless to-do lists...
Mar 24, 2025•24 min
Have you ever thought, If I just had the right support system, I’d finally stay consistent with my fitness goals ? While accountability can be helpful, what if relying on others is actually keeping you stuck? In today’s episode, we’re breaking down why in-person accountability isn’t always the magic solution we think it is—and what truly helps you build lasting consistency. I share my personal journey of shifting from external motivation to internal accountability, how faith plays a role in cons...
Mar 20, 2025•23 min
For years, the message for women has been to shrink, weigh less, and take up less space. But Christian women everywhere are realizing that feeling strong, confident, and capable in their bodies is far more important than chasing a number on the scale. In this episode, we’re talking about: ✅ Why shifting from weight loss to strength building is so freeing ✅ 3 simple, faith-based strategies to help you feel strong today—without waiting for the scale to drop ✅ How strength training, mindset shifts,...
Mar 17, 2025•21 min
Today’s episode is one you won’t want to miss. We’re diving into a conversation that doesn’t get enough airtime—modesty in fitness. I’m sitting down with Christian fitness coach, Hannah Roy, to talk about what we wear to the gym and why it might matter more than we think. But before you start feeling judged—this isn’t about rules or rigid standards. It’s about freedom, biblical truth, and how our clothing choices can reflect our heart posture. Hannah shares her personal journey with modesty, the...
Mar 13, 2025•22 min
Struggling to find joy in your fitness journey? Does working out feel like just another thing on your to-do list? What if you could shift your mindset and start seeing movement as an act of worship, not just a chore? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Hannah Roy, a Christian health & fitness coach, to talk about how faith and fitness go hand in hand. She shares her personal journey of transformation—how she went from focusing on fitness for vanity to finding true purpose in honoring God ...
Mar 10, 2025•18 min
