February/March 2020

How Fit Is Your Mind?

I’ll never lose the weight. It hurts so bad. Why should I try, I’ll never win. I’m ugly, nobody really likes me. — What are the conversations you should be having with God? — right now! Sever depression, chronic pain, hopelessness and social isolation are leading factors that affect people physically, emotionally and spiritually and contribute to the growing number of suicides. Sure, a good workout can release endorphins and group exercise can be a great way to engage with others. But when you’re all alone the loud voice inside your mind is persistent to destroy the good work God has begun in you. It’s time to learn how to avoid injuries and how to be the spiritual spotter for those trying to lift an incredibly heavy burden. Beyond positivity, open your mind to a greater fitness through faith.

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Cover Models: (left to right) Jermine Alberty, Tana Gabriel, Jerimiah Alberty

Cover Location: Red Rock Canyon, Nevada

Cover Photography: Brad Bloom

Cover Design: Ben Lanning

In this issue

Driven To Access and Adapt
DRIVEN helps individuals with disabilities improve their physical, mental and emotional health.
How God Gives Me ‘Different Abilities’ Through ADHD
MEN'S INTEREST: Ever tried to watch NFL network with six games at once? You see it all but you can’t really ‘get’ it all. I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit…
The Strength Of ‘US’
This Valentine Day's season we bring together a collection of features that focus on strengthening couples.
Giving Tuesday(s)
CHARACTER STRENGTH: I want to encourage YOU to take the good idea of Giving Tuesday (a movement to create an international day of charitable giving on the first Tuesday after…
How Fit Is Your Mind?
PUBLISHER'S LETTER: The boy asked a simple question, "What’s wrong?" It's all it took to make all the difference. The evidence is clear. People all around us are struggling physically…
The Comeback – A Process For Mental Toughness
CHARACTER STRENGTH: Are you prepared for what might be the next big race of your life? Everyone has challenges. Can you focus on the process rather than the results? In…
Take The Path To God’s Promise
LEADERSHIP: Life for all of us can be like the sport of Extreme Orienteering - It's an adventure where you have a map and compass. BUT, it's tough. In the…
A Bo(u)lder Workout
INTENSE INTENTS: The greatest gyms on earth aren’t made by human hands. They’re ONE OF A KIND creations by God Himself. Grab a boulder for a bolder workout. Jerimiah Alberty…
Trinity Fitness Adaptive Training
CHURCH/TRAINING: We all face challenges. My thoughts often limit my ability to overcome challenges. At Trinity Fitness we’re offering adaptive training for those with an impairment. Our commitment is for…
inSUFFERable: Extreme Strength In God
CHARACTER STRENGTH: Tana Gabriel knows what it is to be strong. She's lived a fitness lifestyle for years. Tana has also been a former spokes model and fitness competitor. But…
Trauma And A Fit Community Of Compassion
WOMEN’S INTEREST: Jen had heard yoga helps with better movement and reducing back pain. She had no idea she would find a place to process her trauma, meet with God…
In The Moment – Are You Fit?
FAMILY FITNESS: As a mom, wife and pastor, I’m presented with plenty of frustrating moments. What I am learning is that those moments are golden. Each moment is an opportunity…
College TIME – How Will You Use The Next 24?
COLLEGE FITNESS: I saw Christine and Sean in the main campus library. She had been going non-stop: lots of coffee, activities keeping up with her classes – basically burning the…
Breathe In the Energy – Soak Up the Light
HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Over the last few decades we have increasingly left natural light and fresh air out of our lives. Author Stormie Omartian shares in this excerpt from her…

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