Have you been eating healthy, working out, and still wondering why the scale won’t move?

In this episode we’re talking about one sneaky little habit that could be slowing your progress: alcohol. That glass of wine at the end of the day or that no sugar seltzer your friend invites you to have. All of it.

I’m breaking down how alcohol impacts fat loss, why it can increase cravings, disrupt sleep, affect hormones, and make midlife weight loss even harder—especially for busy moms navigating stress and changing hormones in perimenopause.

But sister, this is not about shame or perfection! It’s about awareness, stewardship, and making empowered choices that align with the woman God is calling you to be.

We’ll also talk about scripture, self-control, and practical ways to support your goals without feeling restricted.

If you’re ready for real fat loss support designed for women in midlife, join my next 6 Week Midlife Fat Loss Round here: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=jessiefehland

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What if your strongest, most energized years are still ahead of you?

In today’s episode of The Strong & Courageous Mama, I’m joined by one of the most inspiring women I know—a 56-year-old GiGi who is living proof that it’s never too late to prioritize your health, build strength, and pursue longevity!

She shares her honest journey of wanting more energy, more strength, and a better quality of life—not just for herself, but for her family. Instead of chasing extremes, she committed to simple, sustainable habits through the FASTer Way's 3-week program—focusing on effective workouts and balanced nutrition that actually fit her life.

In this conversation, we talk about:
💛 Why longevity became her biggest motivation
💛 How simple, 30-minute workouts made a huge impact
💛 What changed when she started fueling her body properly
💛 The mindset shift that helped her stay consistent
💛 Encouragement for any woman who feels like it’s “too late”

Friend, this episode is your reminder: you are not behind. You are not stuck. And your health is still worth fighting for—at any age.

🎧 If you’ve been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start… this one is for you.

✨ Ready to start your own journey?
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The wellness industry is changing, and many women are curious about the rise of plant-based peptides.

In this episode, we discuss:
• What peptides are
• Why metabolism and energy change with age
• How plant-based peptides support the body’s natural systems
• The difference between peptides and GLP-1 medications

If you're curious to learn more, join my free educational Facebook group: Peptides 101.

Inside you'll find simple videos explaining peptides, their benefits, and how to determine if they may support your wellness journey.

Join here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1R83MJ5Kg9/

Grab a free strong & courageous momma journal here: https://jessie-fehland.myflodesk.com/wellnessplanner

Sugar is everywhere, and it’s impacting more than just our waistlines.

In this episode, Jessie breaks down how excess sugar affects our energy, cravings, brain, and gut health, why it is so addictive, and how the food industry has engineered foods to keep us stuck.

Jessie will also talk about what this means for our kids and future generations. And how moms can lead healthier habits with wisdom, not restriction.

This podcast isn’t about perfection or cutting out all sugar. It’s about awareness, balance, and freedom in your holy health journey.

Resources Mentioned:

Click for the 👉 40 Day Sugar Fast
A faith-filled reset to help you rebalance blood sugar and break free from sugar dependence—without guilt or dieting.
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Click for 👉 The Sugar Swap Guide (Free)
Learn the hidden names of sugar on labels and find smarter, kid-friendly swaps.

Click for the next 👉 21 Day Health Reset with Jessie - A personalized wellness plan that isn't restrictive, but empowers you to create food freedom and better choices through workouts, water, and whole foods.

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The new year often comes with big goals, big pressure, and a whole lot of overwhelm... especially for busy women and moms.

But here’s the truth: You don’t need an extreme reset or perfect routine to feel better in your body this year!

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple wellness habit shifts that support your energy, hormones, and mindset—without adding more to your plate. These are gentle, grace-filled changes you can start right where you are.

Inside this episode, we talk about:
• a simple morning habit that sets the tone for your day
• a healthier way to think about food that supports energy (not guilt)
• how to move your body in a way that works with your season of life

This conversation is for the woman who wants to feel strong, confident, and healthy. NO MORE burnout or perfectionism.

✨ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

🖊️ Grab my FREE Faith & Wellness Planner
This printable planner helps you create daily rhythms rooted in faith, movement, and nourishment—without overwhelm.
👉 simple faith-filled wellness planner

💪 Join my 3-Week Faith & Fat Loss Round (Starts Monday!)
If you’re ready for structure, accountability, and a science-backed plan that fits your real life, I’d love to support you inside this next round.
👉 Coach Jessie's NEXT 3-WEEK ROUND

Friend, this can be the year you stop starting over—and start building habits that actually last!

For years, I believed that if I just tried harder—worked out more, ate cleaner, stayed disciplined—I would finally feel strong and confident in my body again.

But motherhood changed everything.
And then… perimenopause quietly entered the picture. 😲

In this episode, I’m sharing my honest journey through fitness as a busy mom, navigating hormone shifts, frustrating plateaus, and the exhausting cycle of restriction and binging.

I open up about the moment I realized my old routines weren’t working anymore—and how God led me toward a healthier, more sustainable way forward.

This isn’t a story about quick fixes or perfection. It’s about learning to steward my body differently, renewing my mind, and breaking free from shame by partnering with God in my wellness journey.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or confused by your changing body—this episode is for you.

Click to join my next FASTer Way 3 Week Muscle & Metabolism Challenge.

Click to get free samples of the workouts that have helped me feel stronger than ever.

Click to for a free intermittent fasting guide.

Click here for a macro cheat sheet.

In this episode, Jessie explains what macros are—protein, carbohydrates, and fats—and how tracking them can be a grace-filled practice of stewardship to God.

Learn how more tracking macros boosts energy, steadies cravings, helps with insulin resistance, and restores peace around food, all while aligning your habits with Scripture.

Resources Mentioned:

• Click for a Free Macro Cheat Sheet
• Click to Join the Next 3 Week FASTer Way Round
• Today’s Scriptures — 1 Corinthians 10:31; Romans 12:1; Proverbs 25:28; John 10:10
• Contact Jessie: jessie@jessiefehland.com

Whole food nutrition isn’t about perfection... it’s about peace!

When we eat what God designed, we experience the kind of energy, mental clarity, and emotional stability that allows us to live fully — to serve, love, and lead well.

Need a whole food meal plan? Click to grab one here

Want to lose weight, gain strength, and dig into proper nutrition for 3 weeks? Join my next 3 week FASTer Way Challenge Here!

A verse to live and eat by: “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit… Therefore honor God with your bodies.”
— 1 Corinthians 6:19-20