Fire in Your Belly: How Dads Can Lead with Excellence

When dads show up—everything changes. In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, Ben dives deep into the impact of a present father—not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually.You’ll learn:Why kids are 66% more likely to stay active in church if their dad leads by exampleHow kids are 3.5x more likely to live active, healthy lives when they see their dad trainingWhat an elephant herd in Africa can teach us about the power of strong male leadershipHow to build community and brotherhood with other men through faith and fitnessBen challenges fathers to lead with discipline, love, and intentionality—at home, in the gym, and in church.👉 If you’re a dad ready to lead your family well, this episode will light a fire in you.🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and share with another dad who needs encouragement today.

In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, Ben dives deep into biblical masculinity — what it truly means to be a strong, godly man in today’s world. Culture and social media may define masculinity one way, but Scripture calls men to something higher: to lead, love, and live like Jesus.👉 Resources Mentioned:Join My Gym Gainz Guide (Free 7-Day Trial): https://trainheroic.co/garagegymgainzWEBShop 1st Phorm protein & creatine (supports the podcast): https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=benbarkerfitnessJoin fit fathers fellowship for free on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1460508811755740/Ben breaks down key passages like 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, reminding men to “be strong and do everything in love.” He challenges dads and husbands to pursue both physical strength and spiritual strength — because if you can deadlift 500 pounds but can’t lift your family in prayer, you’re missing the mark.You’ll learn how to:Balance boldness and humility in leadershipStrengthen your faith while getting fitLead your family with love and convictionReflect Jesus in how you speak, work, train, and serveThis is a call to men who want to be strong, humble, and surrendered — not just protectors and providers, but spiritual leaders in their homes and communities.🔥 Challenge: Train your body and your spirit this week. Get in the gym. Get in the Word. Lead with love.#Faith #Fitness #Fatherhood #BiblicalMasculinity #ChristianMen #BenBarkerFitness #ChristianPodcast #MensMinistry #FitDad

👉 Join my free Facebook group Fit Fathers Fellowship to jump into the Big 5 Challenge starting Wednesday, 10/1/25!Join the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1460508811755740/Get the best protein here: https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=benbarkerfitnessDads—do you want to lead your family better in faith, look good for your wife, and set a strong example for your kids? Then it’s time to raise the standard. In this episode, I break down The Big 5 Challenge—five simple but powerful daily habits that will strengthen your faith, family, and fitness this October:1g protein per pound of goal bodyweight120 oz of water per dayCalories in line with your goal30 minutes of daily movementDaily Bible timeI’ll show you how to apply each one practically—even with a busy dad schedule—so you can build momentum, stay consistent, and lead your family from a position of strength.If you’re ready to take ownership of your health, your home, and your faith, this is your starting point.

oo many men in 2025 are living apathetic—just going through the motions. Your family doesn’t need a passive dad, they need a leader with fire in his belly.Support the show by getting some protein from 1st Phorm through my link: https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=benbarkerfitnessIn this hard-hitting episode, Ben challenges dads to rise up and lead in the four pillars of manhood:Fire – finding passion, purpose, and urgency in the way you live.Faith – letting your kids see your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and church.Family – setting the culture in your home by how you love your wife and invest in your kids.Fitness – building strength and energy so you can lead from the front.This isn’t about perfection—it’s about being present, intentional, and fired up for the calling God has given you.👉 If you’re ready to stop drifting and start leading your home with passion, this episode will light the fire.

In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, I sit down with husband, father, and men’s ministry leader Tim Martin to talk about the powerful connection between faith, fitness, and fatherhood.Tim shares his journey of overcoming lifelong struggles with health, the motivation behind becoming the kind of dad who can run, play, and lead his kids well, and how he launched Warrior’s Way—a men’s group combining hard workouts, Bible study, and brotherhood.You’ll hear about:How fitness transformed Tim’s ability to show up for his familyWhy dads need other men pushing them to grow spiritually and physicallyThe vision behind Warrior’s Way: workouts, the Word, and brotherhoodHow to break free from passivity and be an intentional husband, father, and leaderThis conversation is for every dad who wants to live with strength, purpose, and presence.👉 Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with another dad who needs encouragement today!#DadFitness #Fatherhood #ChristianDads #MensMinistry #FaithAndFitness

Alpha Dad Nation, this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast is powerful. I sit down in the garage gym with my friend Matt Ferrell—real estate agent, CrossFit coach, husband, and father. At just 29 years old, Matt was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma only three weeks after his son was born.In this raw conversation, Matt shares:How his faith anchored him through nine months of chemoThe role of his wife, men’s group, and community in the fightWhy men can’t afford to live like “lone wolves”The importance of surrounding yourself with men who sharpen you in faith, family, and fitnessMatt’s story is about resilience, faith in the fire, and fighting for your family. If you’re a dad, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Time with our kids is shorter than we realize—and once it’s gone, we can’t get it back. In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, I share the hard truth that hit me when my oldest son turned 10: we’re already more than halfway to 18.We’ll talk about the myth of “tomorrow”—those moments we push off with promises like “We’ll play catch tomorrow,” “We’ll vacation next year,” or “We’ll hike in a few weeks.” The reality? Our window of influence is small, and it flies by faster than we think.Inside this episode you’ll learn:Why kids won’t always want shoulder rides, bedtime stories, or backyard catch.Practical ways dads can be intentional daily—like saying yes more often, stacking habits, and putting faith first.How fitness parallels fatherhood: missing moments compounds into regret, just like missing workouts compounds into weakness.Simple weekly challenges to prioritize quality time, build memories, and lead your family well.👉 If you’re a dad who wants to grow stronger in faith, family, and fitness, this episode is for you. Don’t wait for “someday”—make today count.Grab a free 7-day trial to my workout plan: https://trainheroic.co/garagegymgainzWEBGet my favorite protein to level up recovery: https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=benbarkerfitness

In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, Ben sits down with Justin Talbert—pastor, husband, father, and founder of The Dad Pack. More than just a survival kit, The Dad Pack is designed to help men step into their role as protectors and providers, equipping dads with over 85 pieces of professional-grade gear to keep their families safe in everyday emergencies and unexpected crises.Ben and Justin dive into:Why every dad feels the weight of being prepared (and what to do about it)How The Dad Pack helps men provide, protect, and lead their families with confidenceThe importance of fathers building practical skills and passing them on to the next generationWhy preparation isn’t about fear—it’s about responsibility and momentumIf you’re a dad who wants to be strong, capable, and ready for whatever life throws at you, this episode is a must-listen.🔗 Learn more about The Dad Pack: https://www.alwaysgotyourpack.com/My favorite protein: https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=benbarkerfitnessMy workout program: https://trainheroic.co/garagegymgainzWEB

This challenge is about more than workouts—it’s about creating momentum, accountability, and discipline that carry over into faith, family, fitness, and fatherhood.👥 Join the Fit Fathers Fellowship private Facebook group to take on the challenge with other like-minded dads: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1460508811755740/?ref=share&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=6v4h3nVG9Vu90mpw&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fg%2F1FX3HaJ5Dk%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr#Free 7-day trial of the Gym Gainz Guide on TrainHeroic: https://trainheroic.co/garagegymgainzWEB💪 Get your protein here: https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=benbarkerfitness

Marriage thrives on connection—and connection doesn’t happen by accident. In this episode of the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast, I share the simple weekly marriage meeting my wife and I use to stay on the same page, grow closer, and crush our goals together. We talk about wins from the week, plan family time, set goals, and even schedule workouts. Spontaneity is great, but it’s even better when you’ve planned for success.Grab a free 7-day trial to my new, improved daily workout plan powered by TrainHeroic (limited-time intro rate)Level up gainz with my favorite post-workout protein from 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/products/post-workout-stack/?a_aid=benbarkerfitness