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I may be the only author in the world who wants to reconsider buying her book. Don't get me wrong, of course I want Your CORE Strength in the hands of the young woman in your life...but only if she is in the right space to receive it. In today's episode, I offer you five things you need to know before you buy Your CORE Strength, including some ideas on offering the book to your daughter without it being received well. ​ Have You Preordered? ​Complete this form if you have! When you preorder, you'll receive bonuses valued at $25. You'll receive: These will all be sent April 24, 2024. But you must complete the online form by April 22, 2024. Need to Preorder? Preorder your copy at Amazon or Bookshop. Bookshop supports independent bookstores. You can also find at other online retailers like Walmart or Barnes & Noble. Want to Learn More before Buying? Grab the 20-page Parents Guide if you want the Cliffs Notes version before purchasing or if you don't preorder. ​ Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Join the private community today! All women are welcome. Click here for more info. Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

On March 17, 2020 I released an episode I was so grateful to have and had been wanting to have. Counselor Christina Chismar joined me to talk about raising our daughters with a healthy body image. Well, as you can imagine, on that date we were collectively distracted and trying to figure out the new normal. It was such an important conversation to have, and I've referenced it several time. Because I'm releasing my new book for teen girls on April 24, 2024 I thought this would be a good time to (re)play it. Whether you've heard it before or not, I think you'll appreciate the wisdom Christina brings. Find the links to all resources mentioned at https://www.gracedhealth.com/christinachismar/ Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

If I haven’t said it lately, I am so grateful for the opportunity and privilege to be able to do this. Being a podcast host allows me to connect with and learn from some of the best. It also is a conduit for putting me in touch with people I probably wouldn’t have connected with otherwise, but I’m so glad I did. My conversation today is with Zach Lloyd. As you know we rarely have male guests on and I don’t think any of them have been in their early 30s. However, don't let his age fool you. He is wise, authentic and vulnerable and I appreciated his full transparency about his story. He shares how he almost lost his life to alcohol and hard drugs and then his journey into health and fitness but found himself in unhealthy patterns like binge eating. I think you’ll find his wisdom and brave storytelling compelling and if you have binge-eating tendencies you’ll appreciate the guidance he has. We also talk about the shame of binge eating and his anti-diet approach to helping people who struggle with weight and body image called food freedom, your transformation. WE DISCUSS: Zach Lloyd is an Anti-Diet coach, speaker, and owner of Lift Life Fitness gym. He gives credit to God's Grace, basketball, and heavy weights in saving him from nearly losing his life to drugs and alcohol abuse. He's been coaching for over 11 years building skillsets in every area associated with physical and mental fitness. He is driven to help others find meaning and fulfillment in suffering through fitness. Connect with Zach: www.ZachLloydCoaching.com Instagram: @zachlloydcoaching Facebook: ZachLloydCoaching X: @CoachZachLloyd YouTube Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

For the first time on the Graced Health podcast, I deep dive into a research article that challenges our perspectives on health and body diversity. Unpacking the findings and analyzing the data, I share what I learned about the behavioral, physical, and psychological impacts of weight-neutral strategies vs. the traditional weight loss focus. Find the research paper here. Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Rich Beautiful Redeeming Grace-giving Gentle All of these words come to mind when I think about this episode. I hope those sound as lovely to you as they are to me and I know you’re going to love this conversation. Today I’m speaking with Melissa Johnson, host of the Impossible Beauty podcast and author of Soul Deep Beauty: Fighting for our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless. I recorded this months ago and as I edited and prepped it recently, I have to admit I needed Melissa’s words now more than ever. We discuss: Get your copy of Soul-Deep Beauty here or purchase at the publisher, Baker House, for 30% off here. Listen to Melissa's podcast, Impossible Beauty Connect with Melissa: impossible-beauty.com Instagram: @impossible.beauty Facebook: Impossible Beauty Podcast Melissa Johnson is a marriage and family therapist, is a spiritual director, and teaches an undergraduate course at Bethel University on soul wellbeing. Melissa is also the founder of Impossible Beauty, a blog and podcast dedicated to redefining beauty as “the life of God at work in us and among us.” Melissa lives near Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband. Learn more at impossible-beauty.com. Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Ever faced technological setbacks that threw a wrench in your plans? That's exactly what happened with our podcast schedule, but like a phoenix rising, we've come back stronger, armed with a treasure trove of updates and gifts just for you. Get the behind-the-scenes look as I share the trials and triumphs of completing the audiobook for "Your Core Strength" and the meticulous dance of finalizing the book design, including the tricky spine measurement. But the real showstopper is Steve Kuhn's interior design, a masterpiece that perfectly captures the essence of a book meant to inspire young girls. This episode isn't just a journey through the creative process. It's also a strategic map to the upcoming release. I'm taking a new approach with preorders, navigating the waters of independent publishing through KDP and Ingram Spark to bring you physical copies with a cherry on top—preorder bonuses that will enrich your experience. Don't miss out on how to claim your free parents' guide, a heartfelt thank you from me to you, and a sneak peek into the invaluable resources that await anyone guiding young women towards their true potential.Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

"My knees hurt!" Did you know that you can support your knees by strengthing your ... glutes? That's right! Especially for my friends over 40, today's episode talks about what may be causing hurt knees and exercises we can do to help. If you feel your legs weakening or your knees don't feel as stable, try suggestions in today's show. Get your free download Squat Free Strong Legs Watch (and do!) my YouTube video Stronger Glutes for Healthier Knees Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

One of the words I know I’ve heard a lot more about in the last several years is trauma. This can come across in many, many ways, but we can’t ignore its impact not only on our mental health but also our body. Author Danielle Bernock is here today to share her experience with the side effects of trauma and understand how unresolved trauma may show up in our bodies. We discuss: Danielle's Resources: Emerging with Wings book Because You Matter book Heal Your Childhood SELF Victorious Souls Coaching Connect with Danielle: https://www.daniellebernock.com/ Instagram: @dbernock Facebook: Danielle Bernock YouTube Danielle Bernock is a multiple childhood trauma survivor who turned her pain into purpose as an international, award-winning author, dynamic speaker, host of Victorious Souls Podcast, trauma-informed faith-based self-love coach, and founder of 4F Media. She came to Jesus as a child, but trauma made a mess of it. Steeped in pain, and without support, her life spiraled out of control. But God understood her pain, pursued her with His love, bringing her back to Himself, and healing her heart. He has commissioned her to share the love she's come to know, and empower others to embrace their God-given greatness. Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the showReceive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

I really hope you don't need this episode. I hope you have never and will never have plantar fasciitis. BUT If you do, here's the 411 on Plantar Fasciitis. In today's solo episode, I share: Check out the YouTube video I made with stretches Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

As I am navigating my own way through the perimenopause phase and as I’ve heard from so many of you who are right there with me or beyond, I’m realizing how much my thoughts control my attitude. It’s so easy to fall into patterns of comparison, even if it’s just comparison to the previous me, or what I “need to” or “should" be doing. I loved this conversation with Master Trainer Kerry Ann Madden because she helped me reframe some of the very real challenges that go along with this season. And even if you are a phase or two past where I am, I think you’ll still appreciate Kerry Ann’s wisdom. We discuss: Kerry Ann is the creator and owner of KAM Fitness and Nutrition. She is a Certified Master Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and a Certified Menopause Health and Wellness Specialist. Kerry had struggled with body image, yoyo dieting and exercise for as long as she can remember. ​ After years of trial and error, she decided to get scientific about these challenges and become a fitness professional to share her insights and experience with clients worldwide. Get Kerry Ann's free guide to help you thrive through menopause Connect with Kerry Ann: https://www.kamfitnessandnutrition.com/ Instagram: @kerryannmadden Facebook: Kerry Ann Madden Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Discover the secrets to glowing skin at any age! Join me and master esthetician Natalie Bevins as we discuss the intimate relationship between our emotions and the health of our skin. Together, we peel back the layers of common misconceptions and reveal the often-unseen journey our skin takes as we age. We'll guide you through understanding the unseen changes like dryness and collagen loss, and why a radiant complexion is just as much about internal balance as it is about external care. We discuss: Get your Free Guide to Cracking the Acne Code from Natalie Connect with Natalie https://lp.fortembeauty.com/ Instagram: @thefortembeauty Facebook: @thefortembeauty Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the show Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

Subscriber-only episode You can listen in by subscribing to Graced Health + for $6/month. Sign up here! Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Receive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE

I have been a fitness professional for over 18 years. I have been a fitness enthusiast my entire adult life, and I am deprioritizing exercise on my wellness list. Why? Thanks to conversations I've been having here on the Graced Health Podcast and just with ongoing learning, I am finally understanding how small things contribute to our overall wellbeing. I have been creating this storehouse of simple ways to take care of ourselves. With that, I've created a free download called 30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health for Women Over 40, which you can get here. When you get that free download, you'll get exclusive access to a blog post full of the science and conversations supporting all 30+ ways. You'll also receive a roadmap of episodes I recommend to learn more about and sources linking to the research. In today's episode, I'm sharing 10 of those (with a bonus one as well). Links Discussed: - Verilux Happy Light - 90s Decompression Free Download from Tighten Your Tinkler - Your CORE Strength book info Preorder your copy of Your CORE Strength today and fill out this form to receive exclusive bonuses like an audiobook you can listen on your podcast player, discussion guide and parents guide. Fill out this form after preordering and learn more about the book here. Support the showReceive my free monthly journal full of food, fitness, faith, fun & more Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell Join GracedHealth+ for virtual community meetups and bonus episodes Leave a one-time tip of $5 Check out my book Your Worthy Body and signature online class B.COMPLETE