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✨ Episode Summary In this powerful kickoff to our fall series, Made in His Image, we dive into the foundational truth that your body reveals your personhood. Drawing from Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, this episode breaks down why your body is not a project to perfect—but a sacred gift to steward. Whether you're struggling with body ima…
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Nourish to Flourish in Christ: A Final Reflection Before Summer
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31:17Episode Summary: In this heartfelt season finale, Catholic fitness coach Marty Langlois reflects on the journey of Rebuild the Body so far — and shares the decision to take a summer break from podcasting to be more present with her daughter. Through personal stories, spiritual encouragement, and practical wisdom, this episode weaves together everyt…
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Overcoming Gluttony & Scrupulosity: Reclaiming Food as Gift, Not Guilt
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33:47Episode Summary: In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Marty Langlois guides listeners through two often-overlooked struggles in the faith and fitness journey: gluttony and scrupulosity. Whether you find yourself emotionally eating or obsessing over every calorie, this episode offers practical tools, spiritual insight, and gentle encouragem…
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Biblical Clean Eating- Scripture and Tradition
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22:09Episode Summary: In this powerful and deeply reflective episode, Marty takes us back to the beginning—to Eden, to Daniel’s faithfulness, to the sacred rhythms of the Church, and to the virtuous witness of the saints. Discover how clean eating is not just about food quality, but about spiritual posture, reverence, and discipline. Drawing from Script…
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Living Temperance in Your Daily Food Choices
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39:57In today’s episode, we’re exploring the powerful (and often misunderstood) virtue of temperance—and how it can transform the way we eat, pray, and live. From sugar cravings and restrictive diets to feasting on Sundays and offering up small sacrifices, you’ll learn how to integrate temperance into your daily food choices without shame or stress. Roo…
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The 5 Core Principles of Catholic Clean Eating
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46:13In this transformative episode of Rebuild the Body, we explore The 5 Core Principles of Catholic Clean Eating—a faith-rooted approach to nourishing the body that also renews the soul. Marty shares personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical steps that help Catholics embrace clean eating as a form of worship, stewardship, and vocation. You’ll l…
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The Faith-Food Connection: Eating as Worship
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26:05In this powerful, reflective episode, we explore the deeply spiritual connection between food and faith. With a strong Catholic foundation, Marty walks listeners through how eating is not just physical nourishment—but an act of worship. From mealtime prayers to the profound mystery of the Eucharist, this episode helps you reimagine the way you eat,…
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Understanding Temperance- The Forgotten Virtue
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27:09In this deeply reflective and practical episode, Marty unpacks the often-forgotten virtue of temperance—a powerful key to peace with food, healing in the body, and growth in holiness. Rooted in the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas, this conversation explores how temperance is not about restriction, but about …
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What is Clean Eating? A Catholic Introduction
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27:04Episode Summary: In this foundational episode of our new series Clean Eating & the Virtue of Temperance, Marty introduces what “clean eating” really means—not just from a nutritional standpoint, but through a deeply Catholic lens. Through Scripture, storytelling, and spiritual reflection, we explore how food can become a way to honor the body as a …
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In this special bonus episode of Rebuild the Body, we reflect on the final fruit of the Lenten journey: true rest found in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Rest is more than sleep—it’s a spiritual reality, a lifestyle shaped by peace, surrender, and the victory of Easter morning. With storytelling, scripture, prayer, and reflections from the saint…
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Entering Holy Week with Silence and Surrender
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24:27In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we delve into the profound themes of Holy Week, emphasizing the transformative power of silence and surrender. Drawing inspiration from Josef Pieper's Leisure: The Basis of Culture, we explore how intentional stillness prepares us for spiritual renewal and aligns us more closely with Christ's Passion and Resurre…
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Letting Go—Rest from Perfectionism and Control
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24:27Are you constantly striving but never feeling like it’s enough—spiritually or physically? In this powerful episode, we explore the hidden weight of perfectionism and the peace that comes when we surrender control. Rooted in Matthew 6:34, and inspired by the life of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, this conversation dives deep into the spiritual and physical…
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Nature and Movement—Finding God in Creation
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26:45What if your next walk, stretch, or run could become an act of prayer? In this powerful episode of Rebuild the Body, we reflect on how God meets us in nature and how movement—when done with intention—can become a sacred form of worship. Inspired by Psalm 23 and the wisdom of Catholic philosopher Josef Pieper, we explore how nature restores the soul…
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Simplicity—Clearing Mental and Physical Clutter
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30:11Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the power of simplicity—how clearing mental and physical clutter can bring peace, focus, and alignment with God’s plan for our lives. Inspired by Luke 10:41-42, we reflect on the story of Martha and Mary and how we often overcomplicate our schedules, fitness routines, and even our spiritual journeys. Lea…
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Deep Prayer & Breathing-- Resting in God's Presence
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20:57Episode Summary: In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we delve into the profound connection between deep prayer and intentional breathing. We explore how integrating breathwork into our spiritual practices can enhance mental clarity, physical health, and deepen our experience of resting in God's presence. Key Discussion Points: Opening Reflection:…
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Show Notes: Rebuild & Renew – A Lenten Journey to Rest, Restore, and Rise Podcast Series: Rebuild the Body – A Lenten Guide to Resting Well Episode 1: Sabbath and Stillness—Rest as Worship Episode Summary In this first episode of our Rebuild the Body – A Lenten Guide to Resting Well series, we explore the power of Sabbath and Stillness as an act of…
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Race Day- Perseverance & Finishing Strong
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28:07Episode Focus: In this episode, we’re diving into the final stretch of your Couch to 5K journey—how to stay motivated, prepare for race day, and run with faith and purpose. We’ll explore: ✅ How to push through the final weeks of training ✅ Strategies for preparing your body and mind for race day ✅ Turning your run into a spiritual act of thanksgivi…
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Running in Community- Strength in Fellowship
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29:29Episode Summary: Running is often seen as a solo activity, but it can be a powerful way to build community, accountability, and deeper faith. In this episode, we explore how running with others strengthens not just our bodies but also our perseverance and spiritual life. We’ll discuss how to get started with a faith-based running group, involve fam…
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Episode Overview In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we dive deep into how to properly fuel our mind, body, and soul for physical performance and spiritual growth. We'll cover: Nutrition & Hydration: Understanding macronutrients, meal planning, hydration needs, and making water more enjoyable. Spiritual Nourishment: The Catholic approach to fuelin…
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When the Struggle is Real-- Battling Discouragement
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43:07In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we tackle a topic that every fitness enthusiast and believer faces-- discouragement. Whether it's dealing with injuries, missed workouts, or setbacks in progress, discouragement can be disheartening. But God's Word offers us hope, reminding us that His grace is sufficient, and our journey is not about perfection…
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Starting Small, Running Big-- The Power of Consistency
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45:53In today's episode of Rebuild the Body, we're diving into the power of consistency and how small, intentional steps can lead to big transformations in both your running and your faith journey. Using Hebrew 12:1 as our guiding scripture, we explore why small beginnings matter, how to set achievable goals rooted in humility and why consistency matter…
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Made for More: The Theology of the Body & Movement
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33:19In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we explore how movement-- especially running-- honors the body as a gift from God. Through the lens of Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body, we discuss how fitness can become an act of worship, connecting it to the sacred postures we use at Mass. We also help you shift from viewing exercise as punishment to …
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Podcast Series: Running Toward Holiness-- Mind, Body, Soul Theme Scripture: "Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us."- Heb 12:1 Episode Overview: Welcome to the first episode of the podcast series, Running Toward Holiness! This 8-week Couch to 5K podcast series is designed to help you grow in mind, body, and soul while embarking on…
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Finding Strength in Stillness: Embracing the Phlegmatic Temperament in Fitness
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28:35In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we explore the Phlegmatic temperament and how it affects your fitness journey. Learn how to harness your natural strengths, overcome common pitfalls like low energy and procrastination, and develop a workout routine that fits your natural peaceful, steady nature. We tie in examples from Catholic saints like St. …
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Faith, Fun & Fitness: Unlock Your Sanguine Superpower
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29:17Ready to boost your fitness with joy, energy, and faith? In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we explore how the Sanguine Temperament can power up your workouts while keeping your spiritual life at the center. If you're full of energy, love being around people, and crave variety-- but struggle with consistency-- this episode is your ultimate guide!…
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Driven by Purpose: Unlocking Fitness Success for the Melancholic Temperament
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35:53In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we explore the unique fitness journey of those with a Melancholic temperament. Thoughtful, detail-oriented, and driven by meaning, Melancholics are natural planners with high standards-- but they can also struggle with perfectionism, overthinking, and discouragement. We dive deeper into: Natural Motivations: Why…
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Unleash Your Inner Fire: Choleric Temperament Fitness Tips
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33:44In this episode of Rebuild the Body, we explore how the Choleric temperament shapes your fitness journey. If you're naturally competitive, goal-driven, and thrive on challenges, this episode is for you. We'll dive into: What motivates Cholerics to work out. Common struggles they face, like impatience and overtraining. Faith-based solutions using in…
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The Four Catholic Temperaments and Finding Your Fitness Groove
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18:24In this episode, we explore how the Four Catholic Temperaments-- Choleric, Melancholic, Sanguine, and Phlegmatic-- can help you find the perfect workout style for your personality. By understanding your natural motivations, strengths, and preferences, you can create a fitness routine you enjoy and stick to. Whether you're driven by competition, thr…
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Embracing Individuality in a Faithful Life
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11:31In this episode of Rebuild the Body, I address the major pressure many Catholics feel to conform to certain standards of modesty and appearance, leading to body dissatisfaction and anxiety about fitting in. While modesty is an important value within the Catholic faith, sometimes these pressures can create unrealistic expectations, making people fee…
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Balancing Faith and Societal Expectations: Aligning Self-Image with Catholic Teachings
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11:46In this episode of Rebuild the Body, I explore the delicate balance between faith and societal pressures when it comes to self-image. As Catholics, we believe we are called to honor our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit, but how can we do that while facing a world that constantly pushes idealized standards of beauty and fitness? I dive into the …
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Body Image Struggles: Finding Freedom Through Theology of The Body
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10:39In today's episode I dive deep into the struggles many Catholics face when it comes to body image. From societal pressures to internal guilt, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But there's hope! I explore how the powerful teachings of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body can help us see our bodies as gifts from God, rather than objects of scrutiny. …
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Tackling "Text Neck" and Beyond: Corrective Exercises for Neck Alignment
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12:17In this episode of Rebuild the Body, I dive into the world of neck compensations, specifically focusing on the modern-day issue of "text neck" and other common postural problems that may show up during the overhead squat assessment. Join me as I help you explore why these compensations occur, how they affect you'r movement patterns, and most import…
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In this episode, I focus on the shoulders, specifically shoulder compensations and how to address them. Whether you're a trainer, therapist or just someone passionate about movement this is a good one! Source: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training Email: [email protected] Social Media: Instagram @thecatholicfitnesscoach…
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Core Compensations with Corrective Solutions
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14:31The Lumbopelvic Hip Complex or LPHC is often referred to as the "core" in fitness circles, but it's so much more than just your abs. Jump right in to learn more about the compensations and solutions that can help enhance your performance and decrease the risk of injury as you progress through your fitness journey. Source: NASM Essentials of Correct…
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Today I am diving into a crucial topic that impacts many in the fitness world: knee compensations during the overhead squat assessment. Specifically, I explore how to identify these compensations and address them with NASM- focused four phases of corrective exercises. Source: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training…
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Attacking the Top Four Challenges of Foot and Ankle Health
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20:48This episode is meant to address the four most common foot and ankle injuries: plantar fasciitis, achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, and ankle sprains. This concludes our focus on the ankle and foot complex segment. Since the body is interconnected compensations or dysfunctions and lead to impairments in other parts of the body. Hence the need fo…
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Establishing Your Body's Base Support- The Foot & Ankle
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18:03Shared some client wins today- one has lost 7 lbs just by learning to love the good, true, and beauty of her body; another was able to get off her blood pressure medicine; and another mentioned her osteoporosis situation is improving. The way our body moves involves a complex balance of sensory stimulation, neuromuscular control, and biomechanical …
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When I start working with a client for the first time, I take them through the assessement I learned through NASM. This is a thorough and well-done assessment to help identify compensations in the body that may show up in respective movements-- whether it be due to previous injuries, life style, chronic health, or other reasons. An assessment may h…
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As we read in Psalm 139:1-2, "O Lord you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar..." We are body and soul composites- That is how God created us in His image and likeness. Every part of the body is an expressive instrument of the soul. In this podcast I acknowledge the different …
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The Interdependent Functioning of the Body
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19:21Traditional workouts and training focus on training specific body parts, often in single, fixed planes of motion-- i.e. bicep curls, leg extensions, etc. As a result our anatomy has been trained to function in isolated movements. The problem with that approach is the human body is an integrated system, not a series of isolated pieces-- ergo, the fo…
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The Rationale Behind Corrective Exercises
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20:54Shifting our focus from the Catholic mindset and approach to fitness to some of the practical application of fitness. As a NASM certified Corrective Exercise specialist I present the rationale for corrective exercises in light of some of the current lifestyle trends here in the U.S.By Marty Langlois
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7 Tips for Success in Surviving the Hospital With a Catholic Mindset
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21:02This is a great topic and relatable to so many people- how to bounce back while recovering in the hospital and beyond. The 7 tips share can benefit anyone who is/has been hospitalized, along with the loved ones walking alongside those who are sick and/or injured. In some cases these tips may even a person who is walking side a loved on hospice. Res…
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In this episode I focus on the incarnational reality that exists in our world and is real. Our faith in this truth is necessary to better understand what it means to be human and why bringing Catholicism and fitness together matters. Citations: 1 Corinthians 6:19 Go to the resource tab to find reviews on movies and media at https://www.usccb.org/…
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Let's talk about setting our goals! We've set goals and resolutions for 2023 and have thoughts, feeling, and ideas about setting goals. I provide the Catholic connection with setting goals and tips for how to set goals and strategy to achieve them. Sources: John 5:1-9 Catholic Coaching podcast episode 28.…
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Dive into the background and origin of Rebuild the Body and be exposed the ground level of rebuilding the body in pursuit of your fitness as we explore how it plays into our contribution in building up the Body of Christ.By Marty Langlois
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