The popular mindset in our culture is fad diets, miracle foods, and quick fixes for our weight loss needs. Unfortunately, although these may be helpful, they never address what is often the underlying issue of our weight challenges in the first place - the heart. The Grace & Strength Lifestyle is Different. We understand this simple truth that most of our weight issues are of the heart, and not the body.

Today marks the beginning of a fun new video series with Coach Monica. Over the next few weeks, Monica's Morning Minute will be talking about 'At Home Exercise'. How do you get in your At Home Exercise?

Grace and Strength came at the perfect time, God's timing. I am in my 50s and have my share of health issues and life struggles but through it all I had Jesus as my Savior and a wonderful family. At twenty-five I was diagnosed with a thyroid condition. I can say that is when it started, the battle with weight gain and fatigue, but it was also complicated by poor eating habits and a lack of proper exercise.

Sept 29, 2013 marks the launch of my journey. Now 6 months later, God continues to transform me from the inside out. I've spent my lifetime seeking worth in my accomplishments and what I could do for others. I was captive to self doubt. My weight was a barrier to relationships. I was self conscious about my size, shape and lack of physical fitness. It impacted my relationships with my husband and children.

The desire to relapse is usually an indicator of a greater need for relief in some area of your life. Meet the need, not the craving.