325 // A Season of Preparation | What Advent Really Means for Your Faith & Fitness

✨ Faithfully Fit Through Advent | Episode 1: A Season of Preparation ✨ Advent isn’t just about waiting for Christmas — it’s about preparing your heart, body, and soul for the coming of Jesus. In this episode, I’m sharing how to enter this season with peace, purpose, and presence — instead of stress and hustle. Together, we’ll talk about what Advent really means, how to prepare spiritually and physically, and how to create simple, holy habits that help you feel grounded and renewed. 💜 What You’ll Learn: •The real meaning of Advent and why it matters •How to prepare your heart and habits for Jesus •Simple faith + fitness practices to bring peace this season •A gentle mindset reset for your body and soul 📖 Scripture: Mark 1:3 — “Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight His paths.” 🎙️ This episode kicks off my new 5-part series: Faithfully Fit Through Advent — Prepare Your Heart, Nourish Your Body, Renew Your Spirit. 🕯️ Next Week: Finding Hope When You Feel Weary — Rest, Renewal, and God’s Promises 👉 Subscribe + turn on notifications so you don’t miss the rest of this Advent series! 📌 Free 7 Holy Habits Guide: https://bit.ly/7holyhabits 📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries 📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfu... 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

Feeling like your hair, brows, or skin just aren’t the same lately? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’m sharing what’s been working for me — from my favorite clean beauty products to faith-based reminders that help you feel confident in the skin God gave you. 💕 We’ll talk about what’s really happening to our hair, skin, and nails in our 40s and 50s, how to nourish them from the inside out, and why confidence isn’t about perfection — it’s about purpose. ✨ Topics Covered: • Midlife hair and brow thinning (and what helps them grow back) • Skin care that supports healthy aging, naturally • My daily confidence + faith routine • The connection between hormones, stress, and beauty • Why your worth is never tied to appearance — but to who you are in Christ 💫 Scripture Inspiration: “I praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:14 💖 Products Mentioned: • Shea Moisture - Walgreens Castor oil for brows + lashes    • Briogeo - Sephora Clean shampoo + conditioner hair https://www.briogeohair.com/products/briogeo-superfoods-mango-cherry-superfoods-hair-packSky organics coconut oil for skin https://amzn.to/4qcdxVHMagnesium BIOptimizers https://shrb.io/home/euaaqkdqSilk bonnet - lily silk https://amzn.to/3WKjMSSYuka app - Yuka - Food & Cosmetic ScannerDownload Free Guide- https://bit.ly/Hairplusmoreguide🎧 Listen now and be reminded that your beauty, confidence, and glow all start from a place of faith and self-care.📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries  📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith  📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

Are you ready to create success the God-centered way? 🌸 In this episode of Fit and Fueled by Faith, I share how to align your morning routine, habits, and heart with God’s plan so you can live a life full of purpose, peace, and productivity. We dive into my 7 Holy Habits — a faith-filled framework designed to help Catholic women:✨ Start your day with gratitude and praise✨ Pray, meditate, and listen to God’s voice✨ Move your body in worship and thanksgiving✨ Read Scripture and reflect on God’s Word✨ Journal your prayers, reflections, and inspirations✨ Fill your environment with uplifting sound✨ Eat mindfully and invite God into every part of your day Every small step you take in the morning builds spiritual discipline, confidence, and momentum to achieve your goals, dreams, and desires — all while staying rooted in Christ. 💛 Whether you’re seeking more focus, balance, or daily peace, this episode will give you practical tips and spiritual guidance to start living your best life God’s way. 📌 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: • Free 7 Holy Habits Guide: https://bit.ly/7holyhabits ⸻ 💡 Key Takeaways You’ll Learn: • How to redefine success as a Catholic woman • The 7 Holy Habits to start your morning with God • How daily practices build faith, discipline, and purpose • Steps to stay consistent even when life gets busy ⸻ 🙏 Scripture & Inspiration: “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” — Proverbs 16:3 “Be still and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries 📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

Feeling drained no matter how much sleep you get? 😴 In this episode, we’re breaking down the real reasons perimenopause can leave you exhausted — from hormone shifts to hidden lifestyle triggers. You’ll also get simple, faith-fueled steps to restore your energy and feel more like yourself again.✨ What you’ll learn:- The 3 biggest hormone shifts that cause fatigue- How nutrition + daily movement help fight energy dips- A faith-based mindset shift that renews your strength💌 Free Resource: Grab your copy of 7 Holy Habits for Catholic Women here ➝ [insert link]📲 Stay connected:Instagram ➝ @FitAndFueledByFaith 👉 If this episode helped you, hit like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who needs encouragement today!📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries  📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith  📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

Are late-night snacks sabotaging your fat loss in perimenopause? 🍫🍷 In this episode, I break down the science of how eating late affects your hormones, sleep, and belly fat—and what to do instead.👉 You’ll learn: - Why insulin sensitivity drops in the evening (and what that means for fat storage) - How perimenopause hormones make late-night eating even trickier - What foods to avoid at night if you want better sleep + fat loss - My go-to hormone-friendly evening meals and snacks 💡 Remember: it’s not about strict rules—it’s about working with your body’s rhythms instead of against them. Click the link for the Free Perimenopause Night Eating Fix Guide for Women 40+? https://bit.ly/Nighteatingfixg...   ⸻ 👉 If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who needs this message. 📖 Scripture of the Week: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31 ⸻ 📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries  📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith  📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

In a world growing darker by the day—where churches are being burned, believers mocked, and truth twisted—God still calls us to be the light. In this episode, we dive into 1 John chapters 1–4 to rediscover what it means to walk in the light, even when surrounded by persecution, fear, and confusion. This isn’t the time to hide your faith—it’s the time to shine brighter for Christ. 💛 Whether you feel weary, fearful, or unsure of what’s ahead, remember: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:5 Join me as we talk about: ✨ Standing firm in your faith amid chaos ✨ How to keep hope alive when the world feels dark ✨ Why walking in God’s light brings peace and clarity ✨ The power of love and truth in 1 John 🌻 Scripture Focus: 1 John 1–4, John 1:5, Matthew 5:14–16 👋 I'm Stacey Ziegler — a Catholic wife, mom of 3, and certified life, health, and fitness coach. I help women walk in healing, peace, and purpose—body, mind, and soul. ✨ What you’ll find here:  • Scripture-based reflections • Wellness & menopause support • Faith-filled routines & holy habits • Real-life stories of transformation 🕊️ **New episodes every Tuesday** – subscribe & join me on this journey! 🔗 Let’s stay connected:   📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith 📝 Get devotionals + inspiration in your inbox: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries  📸 Join me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfu... 💌 Have a question or prayer request? Leave in the comments  #CatholicWomen #FaithOver40 #FitAndFueledByFaith #MenopauseWellness #HolyHabits #CatholicPodcast #FaithAndFitness #ChristianWomenOver40

Can one truly forgive, even the unforgivable? Discover how faith leads to freedom through forgiveness, inspired by an incredible act. It's powerful!  👋 I'm Stacey Ziegler — a Catholic wife, mom of 3, and certified life, health, and fitness coach. I help women walk in healing, peace, and purpose—body, mind, and soul.   ✨ What you’ll find here:  • Scripture-based reflections  • Wellness & menopause support  • Faith-filled routines & holy habits  • Real-life stories of transformation  🕊️ **New episodes every Tuesday** – subscribe & join me on this journey!   🔗 **Let’s stay connected:**  📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith 📝 Get devotionals + inspiration in your inbox:  https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries 📸 Join me on Instagram:  https://instagram.com/fitandfu... 💌 Have a question or prayer request?  Leave in the comments   #CatholicWomen #FaithOver40 #FitAndFueledByFaith #MenopauseWellness #HolyHabits #CatholicPodcast #FaithAndFitness #ChristianWomenOver40

Have you ever felt like you were chasing something - attention, success, or validation only to end up feeling more drained than ever? That was my life.I used to do everything "to be seen," believing that's where I'd find my worth. But all of that left me in a place of emptiness and despair.Now, my journey is a complete U-turn. In a world that tells us we need to be seen, I've found a life of joy and purpose in not being seen at all.This podcast is where I share my heart, my faith, and the unconditional love of Jesus that rescued me from that darkness.This is my story of giving up the spotlight to live for Christ and finding true fulfillment.📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries  📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith  📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

✨ Want to burn fat without logging every single bite? You can. In this episode of Fit and Fueled by Faith, I’m sharing how women over 40 can simplify fat loss without obsessing over calorie and macro tracking.  If you’ve felt overwhelmed by MyFitnessPal, food scales, or tracking apps… this episode will give you freedom and peace of mind. You’ll learn: ✔️ The hand-portion method that works anywhere (no app required)✔️ How to build a balanced plate that supports fat loss and hormones✔️ Why protein + fiber are your secret weapons for satiety✔️ How to eat with consistency and grace, not perfection✔️ The faith-based mindset shift that removes guilt around food 💡 This isn’t about control, it’s about trust. You don’t need to track every bite to see results. You can fuel your temple with wisdom, simplicity, and joy. 📖 Proverbs 31:25  “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she laughs without fear of the future.” 💬 Want my free Visual Plate-Building Guide for Women 40+? Click for Free Guide - https://bit.ly/45WGU4Z⸻ 👉 If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who needs this message.📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries 📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith

Struggling to track your macros without feeling overwhelmed?In this episode, I’m breaking down how to simplify the process so you can reach your fat loss or muscle goals, without obsessing over every bite. You’ll learn:✅ How to set realistic macro targets✅ My simple system for tracking without losing your mind✅ Learn how to eat what you want like dessert without guilt  This isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress and freedom. Grab your notebook and let’s make macro tracking a tool, not a stress trigger!Want my beginner-friendly macro cheat sheet (with tips for women 40+)?Click for Free Guide - https://bit.ly/Macrocheatcode 📖 Scripture of the Week: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”  1 Corinthians 10:31 ⸻ 📬 Get devotionals + encouragement every week: https://substack.com/@thechurchgirldiaries 📸 Follow along on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...