The 4:8 Men Podcast
Are you ready to build a strong body AND a strong faith? Christian Huff harnesses his passion for faith, family, and fitness to help you train physically and spiritually. 1 Timothy 4:8 says physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things. Join the community of 4:8 Men, and be encouraged as we work together to live a life worthy of the one God calls us to.
Religion & Spirituality
Christianity
Health & Fitness
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Why You're Not Seeing Progress at the Gym
Former NFL long snapper and "American Ninja Warrior" competitor Andrew East shares the highlights of his football career and why he's grateful things didn't go as planned. He and Christian talk about their fitness routines, how to do whatever seems most daunting to you, and how to get comfortable with the things that make you uncomfortable. Andrew also tells the inspirational story of how he got his first college offer at Vanderbilt and how he met his wife, Olympic gymnastics gold medalist Shawn Johnson. Commitment has fundamentally changed how Andrew approaches life. Jesus was all in, so jump in full bore this week!
41 min
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How to Get Past Your Fear & Anxiety
Christian hip-hop artist KB drops so much wisdom on what it takes to beat back anxiety and stop your fears from taking the driver's seat. KB and Christian dive into KB's love of boxing, how he discovered Christian rap, why twisted ankles are the WORST, the benefits of waking up early, and how to use your athletic training in spiritual warfare. What lion will you slay this week? -
52 min
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How to Get Fit When You're Embarrassed to Hit t...
World-renowned CrossFit athlete Dan Bailey links up with Christian to answer a frequently asked question: How do you get past embarrassment and fear of judgment to get started on your fitness journey? Dan offers insight into how your commitment to a life full of Jesus is a lot like planning to compete in CrossFit. He shares personal life-altering experiences, from winning the CrossFit Invitational with the USA Team to what he got wrong about religion and relationships. Start building a solid foundation in 3 … 2 … 1 … NOW!
43 min
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How to Go from Bad Decisions to Life-Changing T...
Author and spoken word artist Jefferson Bethke drops incredible encouragement in this awesome conversation with Christian. He reveals how he was destroying his life in college and how he had an epiphany that led to transformation and repentance. They break down how to go from sin and brokenness to the relationship with Jesus your heart longs for. Jefferson also offers a glimpse at his active life in Hawaii, including deep sea spearfishing and hiking. Seek first the kingdom of God, and watch what he will do through you. -
50 min
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How to Work Out & Stay Disciplined When Life Ge...
Singing and songwriting aren't the only things Jeremy Camp loves. The Grammy-nominated artist joins Christian in studio to share the secrets of how he works out and stays physically and spiritually disciplined on tour. Jeremy offers awesome advice on how to give yourself grace when life is chaotic and reveals his thoughts on "cruise ship Christianity." He also talks about how he first got involved in the music industry, how he started lifting weights as a kid, and the story behind "I Still Believe," the movie about his life. Prioritize getting in the Word this week before hitting the gym! -
53 min
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Willie Robertson's Short-Lived Fitness Modeling...
Willie Robertson loves to compete, but after an unfortunate hair-removal incident and a hilarious failed photo shoot, he realized he wasn't cut out for body transformation competitions. He and son-in-law Christian talk about his status as a badminton legend, the crazy games he dreamed up with his brothers when they couldn't afford sports equipment, and his wild history of sports injuries. For Willie, cultivating a relationship with Jesus is a lot like working toward fitness or weight loss goals. He shares stories about how he lost weight, how he responds to people who say they're not cut out for evangelism, and why you never need to oversell the Gospel. You will laugh so hard at this conversation! -
55 min
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Playing College Sports: The Good, the Bad & the...
Georgia Tech star pitcher (and Christian's younger brother) Chance Huff jumps on to break down what it's really like to be a college athlete. There's always a competition in the Huff household. Who can lift more, who's actually the bigger brother, and who's more athletic? Chance opens up about his struggles during the baseball season and when he chose to pursue the Lord. They also laugh at the story of Chance’s funny baptism — right before Christian's wedding. Set a new goal this week, and get after it! -
41 min
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What It Really Takes to Be a CrossFit Games Champ
Graham Holmberg, 2010 CrossFit Games champion, joins Christian to dive into what it's really like to compete in the CrossFit Games, the skills Graham had to learn to win the competition, and the secret to longevity in the sport. Graham shares what prompted him to finally get baptized, and they talk about salvation and why God lets people go to hell. They also hit on the passion for travel sports and why kids can burn out before they reach the collegiate level. The key to success is to put yourself against the best competition possible. Don’t quit this week! Keep going! -
59 min
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'Reacher' Star Alan Ritchson Talks God, Family ...
"Reacher" actor Alan Ritchson joins Christian to share a LOT you didn't know about him. Alan divulges the workouts, nutrition, and spiritual discipline that went into packing on 30 pounds of muscle in eight months for his new TV role. He reveals why his body started failing during training, his biggest fitness challenge, and the heart behind his weekly #instachurch messages. He also talks about balancing acting and family life, how he transitioned from a life of rage and shame to living for the Lord, and the counterintuitive idea that motivation always follows a change in behavior. Get after it this week! -
44 min
85
What Your Number One Goal Should Be
Josh McDaniel joins Christian to go into detail about his attempt to compete in the CrossFit Games at a young age, what the greatest goal in your life should be, and how to get your priorities straight and keep them that way. When you truly see someone's life changed spiritually, it's greater than any personal record, national championship, or achievement. Set a goal, and prioritize your week starting now!  -
49 min
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What It Takes to Run an Ironman
Clemson MVP and national championship linebacker Ben Boulware joins Christian to talk about life after playing football at the highest level. Ben talks about training to become an Ironman, running a 100-mile ultra marathon, and how he started his own gym. You have 24 hours in a day, so why not wake up early to make the most out of it? Get after it this week! -
53 min
87
How to Fit in Your Workout Without Burning Out
Christian speaks with Miles Fidell, lead pastor at Auburn Community Church, about how to carve out time for workouts no matter how hectic your life gets, why going to bed can be the most spiritual thing you do, and how your workouts can have a direct impact on your soul. They also talk about Willie Robertson's hometown basketball league, how spiritual health impacts relationships, how to make sure physical fitness doesn't become an idol, and why staying healthy could mean time away from social media. Miles reveals why he never preaches on Sunday without working out first and how workouts, nutrition, and rest all go hand in hand with discipleship. -
55 min
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How to End Up With a Saved Soul but a Wasted Life
Author and pastor Levi Lusko joins Christian to talk about his father’s rules, his love of saunas and ice baths, and why exercise won't get you anywhere if you fail to watch what you eat and do. He also breaks down the meaning of his new book title, “The Last Supper On The Moon.” -
44 min
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Training for Performance vs. Working Out for Looks
Christian links up with reality TV star and pro CrossFit athlete Luke Parker to discuss life on "The Bachelorette," what it's like to work out with CrossFit king Rich Froning, how fitness can help with insecurity, getting hung up on physical appearance, and the journey from religion to relationship. Luke also shares his physical and spiritual training routines and asks Christian a powerful personal question about life as a new father.
53 min
90
How to Get Fit If You HATE Working Out
Jonathan Pokluda can't stand hitting the gym, but the pastor and author has a secret weapon for getting in his physical training AND spiritual training. Jonathan admits to Christian that he doesn't enjoy reading the Bible, but he has some great tips for anyone who struggles with that. Christian reveals how a spiritual conversation at the local gym changed his life. The guys also talk about churchgoers who don't have a real relationship with Jesus, how to fight cancel culture while remaining faithful to the Word, passivity among young men, how to honor women, and how great it is that the next generation wants to be part of something bigger than themselves. -
51 min
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Sadie Robertson Huff's Most Embarrassing Workou...
Christian's wife, Sadie Robertson Huff, holds nothing back in this honest look at her fitness journey from the Junior Olympics to marriage, pregnancy, motherhood, and running her own ministry. Sadie opens up about her most embarrassing training experience, what Sadie loved about dating Christian, and how she took the dread out of working out. They also discuss learning what's healthiest for your body, how men can encourage women's fitness goals, how to stay disciplined, the power of confessing to your spouse, the benefits of spending time in the Word, and Sadie's advice to guys on starting a new relationship. HAPPY NEW YEAR! -Christian  -
34 min
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How I Lost 70 Pounds and Kept It Off!
Uncle Si Robertson and Jay Stone, hosts of the "Duck Call Room" podcast, share all the details of their current workout routines, how they trained in the military, and how they maintain their spiritual health. Stone reveals how he lost 70 pounds and what gave him the motivation to keep it off. He also talks about functional fitness, how he got into boxing, and how Brazilian jiu-jitsu changed his life. Si tells the story of the day he did 350 push-ups and reveals how "Duck Dynasty" solidified his faith. Check out Si and Stone on the Duck Call Room podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. -
49 min
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How to Be More Consistent in Faith & Fitness
Christian Huff speaks with YouTube and TikTok star Cole LaBrant about his fitness journey and the importance of living a consistent lifestyle. Cole reveals what really motivated him to get into peak shape, the secret to balancing faith, family time, and workouts, and how he finds freedom in community. We were never meant to do life alone — we were meant to do it together. -
48 min
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How a Guy in the 500lb Squat Club Trains Physic...
Christian Huff gets REAL with the guy who's always there to answer his fitness questions, CrossFit athlete Adam Klink of BPN. They get into the relationship between physical and spiritual training, how to make time to work out no matter how busy you are, and what it took for Adam to back squat 500 pounds and run a sub-5-minute mile in the same day. Adam leaves us with a challenge for the week to help build consistency in our training and our lives. -
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Become a 4:8 Man
Are you ready to build a strong body AND a strong faith? Then subscribe to The 4:8 Men Podcast. We'll train physically. We'll train spiritually. And starting Friday, Dec. 10, 2021, we'll build a community of 4:8 Men who challenge each other, who encourage each other, and who advance God's kingdom — for both the present life AND the life to come.
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