TBTS #267: Sustained by God: Health, Strength, and the Grace to Keep Moving with Maria Gari

In this conversation, Brooke Taylor and Maria Gari explore the integration of physical, emotional, and spiritual health, especially during Lent. They discuss the importance of movement, hormonal health, and the transformative power of faith and community. Key Topics: The integration of physical, emotional, and spiritual health The role of movement and exercise in holistic wellbeing Hormonal health and menopause management for women The significance of faith, prayer, and community during Lent Chapters 00:00 Brooke shares a personal story about her son Gus and Lent 01:21 Gus' surprising journey into running and spiritual growth 03:12 Lent as a time for honest self-assessment and growth 04:04 Introducing Maria Gari and her work with women’s health and fitness 04:58 Patterns in women’s physical, emotional, and spiritual health 06:11 Practical ways to speak kindly to ourselves during struggles 07:01 Maria shares her personal Lent journey and reliance on God's sustenance 08:25 The importance of journaling God's faithfulness during Lent 09:44 Approaching fasting and discipline with kindness, not punishment 11:10 The significance of falling and getting back up in faith 11:59 Hormonal health and menopause: practical tips for women over 40 14:10 Strength training and its benefits for long-term health 15:17 Bioidentical hormones and holistic approaches to menopause 17:00 Natural family planning and its role in marriage preparation 19:24 Empowering women through knowledge of their bodies and health 20:52 The shift away from artificial birth control and its health implications 23:30 The importance of holistic care and natural family planning in marriage 23:57 Reframing movement as honoring the body, not punishment 26:43 The spiritual and mental health benefits of running 28:10 Adapting exercise routines for aging bodies and hormonal health 30:39 Encouragement for women feeling tired but eager to grow spiritually and physically 31:49 Connecting with Maria Gari and her resources for women’s health and faith Guest Links: Website - Instagram -

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TBTS #267: Sustained by God: Health, Strength, and the Grace to Keep Moving with Maria Gari is an episode from Good Things Radio by Brooke Taylor.

This episode is 26:12 long.

This episode was published on Mar 2, 2026.

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