June/July 2007

We asked Sparrow Artist Britt Nicole to take a few minutes from her busy tour and promoting her new CD Say It, to talk with us about exercise, ministry, and her personal journey with God. Britt's interview will inspire and excite you to continually put Christ in the center of your fitness and daily life.

When personal trainers prescribe exercises for their clients to improve their physical fitness level, they must have an understanding of the science behind the exercise prescription. To understand the “science” behind improving our spiritual health and how God desires to be loved, we must read the Bible, God’s instruction manual for our life.

You eat chemicals every day. Food is complex combinations of chemicals called proteins, carbohydrates, fats, water, minerals and vitamins. We’ve listed the vitamins you need and how to get them from everyday foods.

From grass to glass the milk in these bottles is oh-so tasty and loaded with healthy benefits. Gordon Kuenemann says, “We feel all natural is the way God intended it.” Discover the rich meaning of full-flavored.

All right guys, take a look at this. Gym owner, personal trainer and nutritionist Jim White offers you a step-by-step plan to build summer-sized muscles. It’s all in the technique.

Yikes! How long must the world be presented with the image of the crazed lunatic mother that loves Jesus at the expense of all others? We say – ENOUGH! Take a look at these moms who live physically, emotionally, and spiritually the way God intends. They experience joy, peace and more --- and their families do too.

Read any good books lately? You probably haven’t read them at your exercise club or your church building ---yet. Find out how you can start your own, get free books and free support.

In today’s face-paced world it is increasingly difficult to find time to dedicate to reconnecting family. Interactive fitness technology is helping parents and their children to interact with each other, have fun, and get in a very - VERY good workout.

Did you know there’s power in your blood? Your body produces several “chemicals” that cause the body to perform in different ways. Endorphins, adrenalin, and melatonin are powerful and underscore the incredible design of our bodies by God. Your body is affected by the foods you eat, the ways you are active and your spiritual lifestyle. You may not know much about human physiology but faithful living begins with an attitude of learning.

Are you in control of your workout or is it the other way around? When, how and where to exercise are important decision that only you can make. Figure those and you’ll be getting your physical fitness down to a science.

Canadian Triathlete Cliff Tam is running the Ironman in Lake Placid. At 26, this cancer survivor wants to push his limits and define his passion in God through triathlon.

Few races compare to the exhausting triathlon. To build a strong cardio and respiratory system to endure the back-to-back swim/run/bike requires demanding training. Mike Pluimer, a seasoned tri-athlete, shares lessons learned. Now you can achieve a new level of physical strength and spiritual focus with these tri-athlete tips.

Like a bruised street fighter you have to wonder why you keep battling this one. Be fit both physically and spiritually. Believe and get it down to a science.