Are you exhausted from going one diet or fitness program to the next without success? Are you a mom who finds herself comparing her body or life to what you see on social media? Are you trying to navigate your own health and fitness struggles and balance it out with your faith? Say no more! I’m your girl and you’ve come to the right place. My name is Cara Foote and I have BEEN THERE, beautiful warrior! I created this Faith-filled podcast because I knew the things I have gone through in my life were to be able to help you in your current season and situation! I am a certified personal trainer with a specialty in holistic nutrition and I want to help you find freedom by discovering the truth and what God says about all this. I realized I used to be a part of the problem-encouraging others to push hard and hustle with their fitness goals. Now I’m part of the SOLUTION-helping you UN-HUSTLE and NOURISH your body and your soul so that you can be more peaceful and productive while balancing your own life. From Romans 8:37 “We are more than Conquerors through Him.” I believe that we are given GRACE to break through any stronghold and overcome any trial we have been through or will go through. Come along with me through this journey and discover more about life as a Christian mother and learn some tips and tricks the RIGHT way. And don’t forget to join my Facebook group where we encourage one another and have some fun while doing it: https://www.facebook.com/groups/220473999028997/ You can also contact me directly through www.grace2conquer.com or email me at cara@grace2conquer.com Thank you for listening and subscribing!
Episodes
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
Today’s episode is just a quick check-in because I have had a lot on my mind and my heart going through this newer medical issue. I realized when I have a “new” hurdle in my life, I struggle to love this body of mine. I push through a lot…but sometimes it affects me. So in order to have MORE prayer and get this off my chest (no pun intended), I am sharing what I’m going through right now. Quick little episode today and I appreciate you all for listening, for caring, and for your feedback!! Don’t forget to rate and review my podcast so we can share these messages even more!! I love you ladies!!
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
I will love myself when I ________. If I ________, then I will love myself. Oh how I wish we could all learn these things I’m talking about on today’s episode!! Above are two of the most common ways we self-sabotage…not necessarily obviously, but each of us is bent towards it. I know a decade ago, I was seemingly in the “prime” of my life-I looked great, was a tiny size and super strong being able to do unlimited pull ups, rock climb, run 4 miles effortlessly, and plank for almost 10 minutes. But what we don’t often talk about is what was going on inside. Many times in the last decade I would think about how I would love to be that small…that fit. But what does it mean to be “fit”? And also, why did I keep coming back to that desire to be just like someone-the “me” from a decade ago. Was it because I felt accepted socially? Because I was small?? Because I could try anything on and not feel bad because if anything, clothes were LOOSE? What we often don’t realize is that we are NOT the same person we were “before.” We MUST understand we are different…wiser, older, and everything including our cells that make our body have changed by now-we are literally a NEW person. Does this mean we don’t work on ourselves? Absolutely not!! You may think self-love dampens motivation to change. FALSE. Self-love is the STRONGEST foundation you can build for transformation. Here are a few things I’m talking about today: ✔️The difference between satisfaction and acceptance. ✔️How withholding love or joy from a person would be a sign of a toxic relationship in any other partnership - why do we do that to ourselves? ✔️The tendency we have to internalize problems rather than recognize the outside factors that come into play. ✔️What really brings us joy…and it's not hitting our goal ✔️How do we define the word “fit” in our own lives? In my many years as a personal trainer, and then my not-so-great times working with a bunch of so-called “health and fitness” companies like Xyngular, Beachbody, It Works, etc, I’ve made a LOT of mistakes in my own life and in adding to the problem…helping people treat their symptoms, instead of addressing the issue. Let’s CHANGE the health and fitness industry and START by changing inside…by loving ourselves completely so that we can BECOME the BEST version of ourselves. I think we owe that to ourselves, don’t you?! Don’t forget…just a few days left to “share the love” by dropping me a review or sharing that you’re listening to this podcast (take a screenshot of what you’re listening to on here or your review and post to your story, tagging @grace_2_conquer ) for a $5 Starbucks card ALL MONTH LONG!! (Feb 2022 only)! Thank you for spreading this podcast so that we can help others know the truths vs. lies we are uncovering!!
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Ever wonder what all those diets, exercise programs, things you say when you look in a mirror, or how you “skip out” on certain foods is affecting your daughter??
It’s not just society teaching our daughters that they aren’t enough…you might be too!
Although this is a long episode today, it’s an explosive one when it comes to NUGGETS you are going to be thinking about when it comes to your influence on other young minds!!
Today I’m joined by my 12 (almost 13) year old who is in the last few months of 7th grade. Her name is Trinity and because she’s with me in the studio, and I’ve gotten her permission, I use her story a lot today because I was also guilty of imposing a lot of behaviors not even realizing what I was doing to my kids.
Warriors, please I beg of you, listen to my story and take heed so that you are not left wondering why you have daughters who grow up thinking they have to fit a mold, that they aren’t perfect the way they are, that the “all or nothing” mentality or the the “exercise because I ate bad food” idea is okay!!! If you are exercising every day and making your kids be a part of that you might be hurting more than helping. Most often kids are not going to adopt the things that you are imposing on them as habits in their life-and they will adopt YOUR insecurities as their own, YOUR habits of dieting…
Let’s make sure we are setting a healthy example for our girls starting TODAY! It’s never too late!
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
When it comes to a One-Size-Fits-All app or program where you just plug in your info and go, without it taking into account YOU…why would you expect anything but failure?
We call this a “Unicorn” approach because it could randomly work for some. But the same is true for someone browsing Instagram and seeing someone lose weight doing “xyz” so they try it to see if they also can and they don’t. Or your friend has lost noticeable weight and you comment on it and she tells you that she has been making a green smoothie every day and that is causing her to lose weight.
What you DIDN’T see in those two examples are the fact that the girl on IG has been beating herself up trying for the results-restricting herself, annnd she’s 26 so her metabolism is different than yours. And your friend…she eats nothing usually so her metabolism had slowed down…by her doing a green smoothie, she is actually getting more fiber and nutrients and MACROS which is actually helping her body not starve itself anymore.
But do you see how easily we do that?
How we go about making these quick decisions and assumptions because of the lie that it must be OUR fault that “this” or “that” didn’t work for us?
What if you could customize a fitness program all on your own FOR YOU?!
Or you could have a coach who works with you to help you discover a healthy, balanced, and sustainable lifestyle including foods that you enjoy while helping you reach your goals?
Wow! That sounds amazing to me!!
And that’s what I do when I work with 1:1 clients, group clients, and I also teach you how to do it on your own if you don’t think a coach is right for you at this time. So stop trying to do something ELSE and let’s get started doing our own unique plan!!!
E-mail me at cara@grace2conquer.com today so we can help you get started or visit my website www.grace2conquer.com
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Do you ever wonder if it’s possible to have a successful period of time where you can “maintain” a consistent level of health without worrying about gaining or losing weight?
Even if you aren’t “there” yet and you are currently doing some kind of coaching, dieting, or other program…at SOME point, you may WANT to or NEED to ease up off the gas petal and let yourself just live and be confident in the balance you’ve learned to have enough to TRUST yourself.
I’m not talking about intuitive eating but it does sound a lot like it. Basically it’s not “common” sense…it’s “experienced” sense-knowing how your body acts and reacts to certain things.
PLUS, a BONUS today is to learn my KEYS (aka Top TIPS) when it comes to balance and maintenance.
OH and kuddos to you if you have gotten to where you can maintain a healthy, happy and balanced lifestyle where you no longer feel the NEED to go on a diet or program or change things up because that is very much a GOOD thing and I want you to hear it from a fitness professional because so many times we push weight loss or “change” but honestly, soooo many of us out there need to learn to just “be” a little more. Tune in and DON’T forget to SUBSCRIBE!! And then make sure you screen shot if you’re listening and post it on a story or somewhere on social media, tagging me (IG: @grace_2_conquer or Facebook: @G2Ccoaching or @CaraFoote) and you will automatically get a $5 Starbucks gift card THIS MONTH only (Feb 2022)…SHARE THE LOVE!!!
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Links talked about today:
Greens with probiotics and digestive enzymes (free shipping affiliate link): Opti-Greens 50
Probiotics from Metagenics (on Amazon…no affiliate): Metagenics Probiotics
Garden of Life 100 billion CFUs (colony forming units): on Amazon, no affiliate: Garden of Life Probiotics
Renew Life 50 billion CFUs (women’s): on Amazon no affiliate Renew Life Probiotics
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
It’s already February 2022!!!
Where did 1 month go already?! And how is your GOAL or “New Year’s Resolution” for 2022 going so far? Did you do everything you said you would or are you still “working on it?” Maybe you failed a few times? Maybe you lost site of what you were even shooting to accomplish or you already gave up and called it quits…
This episode is for you sweet sister!! I’ve got you!!
Today I am discussing the KEY to changing those habits when it comes to health/fitness related goals. So if you set a goal for 2022, it’s not too late!!! Let me help you revise it and do this the S.M.A.R.T. way and God’s way!! I know, I know…the struggle IS REAL!!! I struggle constantly with the desire to be “different” or “better”…or “smaller”? Yeah….it’s a real issue that we all seem to battle sometimes. Let be HONEST and VULNERABLE and take a look at how we need to approach these things.
Thank you so much for turning in to my podcast!!! If you’re new here, please drop me a review or share (by a screenshot of what you’re listening to on here and posting on your story and tagging @grace_2_conquer ) for a $5 Starbucks card ALL MONTH LONG!! (Feb 2022)! And if you’re returning…another HUGE thank you and don’t forget to join the Facebook group where I’m sharing more love alllll month long INCLUDING a FREE coaching session or two with me to help you work on your goals for the year!!! Ready to stop caring and start living in this freedom? Go join the Facebook group as we discuss ALL of these things we have gone through, are going through, and will continue to fight so that we can help each other find this freedom that God has desired for us to have in Him.
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Friday Jan 28, 2022
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Have you ever worn “slimming” undergarments that smash your intestines, high heels to make you look taller/thinner, or used contour to make your face look thinner?
If you answered yes to ANY of those, then you my sister, may have a beauty idol.
Do you scheme up new ways to make your body fit your idea or worthiness like a new diet, a special tea or juicing? Or do you think that if you punish your body in the gym that it will fit the idea that you’ve had of what you want to look like?
These are really common ways that we, as women, have slowly taken a lie and made it into an idol. We see something, hear something, read something, and we think WE aren’t “enough” as we are. We FEEL that we should be something other than exactly who God made you to be. Have you ever stopped to think about this?
Listen along today for some TRUTH-TALK to encourage you and get you thinking and praying about the idols that you may have in your life.
Don’t forget to subscribe so you can get notified when I post MORE in this series all about body image GOD’s way!!
XoXo ~Cara
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Thank you so much for turning in to my podcast!!! If you’re new here, please drop me a review or share (by a screenshot of what you’re listening to on here and posting on your story and tagging @grace_2_conquer ) for a $5 Starbucks card ALL MONTH LONG!! (Feb 2022)! And if you’re returning…another HUGE thank you and don’t forget to join the Facebook group where I’m sharing more love alllll month long INCLUDING a FREE coaching session or two with me to help you work on your goals for the year!!! Ready to stop caring and start living in this freedom? Go join the Facebook group as we discuss ALL of these things we have gone through, are going through, and will continue to fight so that we can help each other find this freedom that God has desired for us to have in Him.
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Friday Jan 28, 2022
Friday Jan 28, 2022
2 Billion+ people in the world are deficient in some kind of micronutrients-Vitamin D, Calcium, Magnesium…to name a few!
70% of people in the USA are deficient in Vitamin D, 45% are deficient in magnesium.
WHY is this SUCH an important topic?!
Because 50% of Americans have a disease that could have been prevented because of a micronutrient (vitamin & mineral) deficiency.
What happens is that our bodies put our immediate survival over longevity, meaning our bodies will pull what it NEEDS from our body for RIGHT NOW and won’t worry about the damage to our cells that affect us later.
We NEED to be aware of this so we can cover those gaps and have the best health we can, whether you’re all about fitness and nutrition or not. So today I am just re-capping what I’ve said before to have the best foundation possible. I am a firm believer of knowledge is power so if you have any questions make sure you get to my website www.grace2conquer.com and send me a message or find me on Facebook or email directly at Cara@grace2conquer.com
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I talk about my own vitamin pack (Microfactor) and greens (Opti-greens50) that I use in this link from 1st Phorm because of their high quality and standards (using link gives you free shipping and I get a 10% kickback if you do that I use towards my own supplements :) https://1stphorm.com/products/the-daily-stack/?a_aid=Foote
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Ready to stop caring and start living in this freedom? Go join the Facebook group as we discuss ALL of these things we have gone through, are going through, and will continue to fight so that we can help each other find this freedom that God has desired for us to have in Him.
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Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
Do you struggle with your relationship with food?
Do you turn to food as your primary resource when you're unhappy?
Do you hide what you're eating from others?
Do you feel guilt after eating certain foods, even in moderation?
Does your eating feel compulsive?
Do you feel out of control with your eating patterns?
If you find you're answering “yes" to any of these, then maybe it's time to take a step toward freedom from disordered thoughts about food.
TRUTH BOMB: YOUR BODY IMAGE DOES NOT DEFINE YOU!! It’s time to take control of your mind and renew it in Christ. Let’s look today at the steps we can take as we reflect on the inside instead of the outside.
Ephesians 4:22-24 “that you put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.”
Let’s begin this year doing something DIFFERENT, making a change in us INSIDE.
Romans 12:1-2 "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”
There are two lies we tell ourselves: It's not possible or I'm not enough.
The truth is you are worthy of all your desires. It's time to stop arguing for our limitations and finally release the resistance that holds us back.
God set me free from body image issues. I believe God wants to set you free, too.
Ready to stop caring and start living in this freedom? Go join the Facebook group as we discuss ALL of these things we have gone through, are going through, and will continue to fight so that we can help each other find this freedom that God has desired for us to have in Him.
(Grace 2 Conquer Society):
https://www.facebook.com/groups/220473999028997/
Thank you so much for turning in to my podcast!!! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to be notified when I publish a new episode!
You can also go to my website at www.grace2conquer.com to subscribe to my newsletter where I send out freebies all the time, keep in touch, and post yummy and nutritious (family friendly) recipes.
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022
Do you ever wish you could get that pre-baby body back? So much so that you have clothes saved to fit back in to…”someday”?
Do you have a fitness program or diet that you have solely because you have a “body goal” or are trying to have a body “transformation”?!
My friend, if you answered yes to either of these…we have plenty in common. I have not only been there but it is a constant struggle wanting to have some idea of a better me (body wise). And as I’ve been sitting in bed recovering from a pretty major shoulder surgery, I’ve been thinking more and more about the months of body image convictions I’ve had. I’ve been studying and praying about these things because I recognize that as a trainer, so much of what I’ve helped women with has to do with them trying to have a “transformation”…a change physically and emotionally. It’s much more than that but you get the idea. But what if THAT is the problem??!
I am talking about that today and some of my thoughts as to why this is an issue-the truths that I’ve recognized when it comes to “before and after” photos. So, listen up and make sure you subscribe so you can be a part of what I’ve got coming up!!
Make sure you also check out my Facebook group "Grace 2 Conquer Society"
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Check out www.grace2conquer.com for more programs being listed: decluttering your home, and meal planning ALL on SALE throughout January, to help you find balance and create a schedule that will help free up some of your time.