In this powerful episode of the Fit Fathers Fellowship Podcast, I sat down with former coach and lifelong athlete David Martinous to talk about loss, resilience, and finding purpose again through fitness and fatherhood.

Click here to help David raise funds to support parents after the loss of a child.

David shares the story of losing his son Jagger to congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), the grief that followed, and how cycling, fitness, and community helped him begin to heal. This episode dives deep into what it means to lead your family through tragedy, how to support your spouse through grief, and why staying physically active can be a lifeline during life’s hardest seasons.

If you’re a dad navigating hardship—or simply want to become stronger in faith, family, and fitness—this conversation will hit home.

In this episode, we cover:

How to cope with child loss as a father

Supporting your spouse through grief

Why fitness can help you heal mentally and emotionally

The reality of grief (and why it never fully goes away)

Turning pain into purpose through cycling and community

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is closer than you think… the question is—will you be ready?

If you’re a busy dad who wants to lose fat, build muscle, and actually look like you lift this summer, this episode breaks it down into 6 simple, actionable habits that work in real life.

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In this solo episode of the Fit Fathers Fellowship Podcast, we cover:

• Why most dads fail to get in shape before summer (and how to fix it NOW)
• How to match your calories to your goal (fat loss vs muscle gain)
• The underrated power of daily sunlight for testosterone, energy, and sleep
• Why being active outside the gym is a game-changer for fat loss
• The 3-day workout split that actually works for busy dads
• How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (or any hobby) can transform your fitness
• The non-negotiables: protein, sleep, and recovery

This isn’t about chasing abs.

It’s about becoming the kind of man your family looks up to.

Strong dads raise strong families.

You’ve got ~60 days.
Let’s get to work.

Want to become a stronger, more disciplined Christian husband and father?

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In this episode of the Fit Fathers Fellowship Podcast, Ben Barker breaks down the 7 habits of a dangerous Christian husband — a man who is disciplined, capable, controlled, and grounded in truth.

This isn’t about being reckless.
It’s about becoming a man who is a threat to everything trying to destroy his family.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why Christian men must stay rooted in Scripture (Psalm 144:1)

• How to be more present with your wife and kids

• The dangers of pornography, social media, and digital distraction

• Why physical strength builds confidence and leadership

• How your appearance impacts respect and authority

• The benefits of training in jiu-jitsu, boxing, or combat sports

• How to optimize recovery through sleep, nutrition, and brotherhood

If you’re a Christian man who wants to:
✔ Lead your family with strength and confidence
✔ Build discipline in your faith and fitness
✔ Increase energy, testosterone, and performance
✔ Eliminate distractions and live with purpose

This episode will give you a simple, actionable blueprint to start today.

A dangerous man is:

• Grounded in the Word

• Present at home

• Disciplined in private

• Strong in body

• Ready when called

You don’t become that overnight.

You build it — daily.

🎧 Listen now and start becoming the man your family needs.