Can Christians Do Yoga? With Michelle Tornetta

What if your body was never meant to be separated from your spiritual life?In this deeply moving episode of the Faithful Fitness Podcast, Coach Alex sits down with Michelle Tornetta to explore a conversation many Christians have never had:How does God meet us through movement?Together, they unpack:Why modern Christianity often disconnects the body from faithThe hidden influence of Gnostic thinking in church cultureHow movement can deepen prayer, worship, joy, and emotional healingAn honest conversation about yoga for ChristiansWhy play, celebration, and embodiment matter spirituallyParenting a child with disabilities and learning to walk with God through griefHow caregivers can care for themselves without guiltRediscovering childlike faith through movement and creativityMichelle also shares the powerful story of her daughter Abby—a miracle child whose life has shaped her understanding of joy, suffering, stewardship, and the goodness of God.This conversation is honest, hopeful, deeply embodied, and full of practical encouragement for anyone who feels disconnected—from their body, their joy, or even from God Himself.⏱️ Timestamp Outline00:00 – Intro: Movement, Faith & the Human Body01:10 – Why Spiritual Life Isn’t “Just In Your Head”04:00 – God Meets Us Through Movement05:30 – Elijah Running a Marathon After Mount Carmel06:30 – Gnosticism and the Christian Body Problem08:00 – Michelle’s Journey Into Faith + Fitness10:00 – Yoga for Christians (Honest Discussion)14:00 – Why Mindful Movement Matters Spiritually18:30 – “Adulting” and Losing Childlike Faith21:00 – Why Christians Need Play, Joy & Celebration22:30 – Parenting a Child With Disabilities25:00 – Abby’s Story: Stroke, Seizures & Miraculous Joy31:00 – Every Christian Has a “Cup” to Carry34:00 – Caregiver Burnout & Stewardship36:30 – How Michelle Cares for Herself While Caring for Others41:00 – Why Michelle Started Podcasting44:00 – Doodle Prayer & Embodied Prayer Practices48:00 – Why Children Understand Embodied Faith Naturally50:00 – Final Encouragement to Listeners51:00 – Closing Prayer🎯 Calls To Action 👉 Start your own journey toward embodied Christian stewardship with theFaithful Fitness Devotional https://FaithfulFitnessDevo.com👉 Join the Faithful Fitness community and train your body, mind, and spirit alongside believers pursuing Christ-centered health: https://faithfulfitness.co👉 Connect with Michelle Tornetta’s work, podcast, and resources:https://breatheandbe.net/storeThe Honeycomb Doodle Journals can also be purchased on Amazon: https://a.co/d/08vbEu5bSimple Steps for the Whole You Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PL9Ml50AlxqcTMS1xq7wi?si=700eb8ac4bc34dcdBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.