Do you remember the moment you met someone who changed your life? The first time I was invited to go hear Krista Johnson speak about nutrition and health, I didn’t want to go. All of my friends were talking about her fat loss program, how they were suddenly losing all this weight, and how I *just had to* hear her story. At the time, I was a new mom, had just recently lost my job, and possessed little motivation for trying new things. But I sure am glad that my friends didn’t give up. There in that white-walled church meeting room, as Krista introduced her story of releasing one hundred pounds from her body, going from being a tired mother of four, into a business owner who taught Tae Bo classes and had trained in person with Billy Blanks, I could almost feel the sands shifting under my feet. A fresh, soft breeze began to blow within my spirit. It started out with a plate. Now I’ve changed from that weary new mom who lived on coffee and bagels and struggled to get out of bed without crying, to someone who races to the gym every day to see if I can beat yesterday’s weight bracket. Now I understand that every day I get this great gift, this new opportunity, to speak life into others, and I think my friends understood that. I’m so glad they insisted I go to that meeting seven years ago. If you’ve never met someone who helped you understand freedom, let me introduce you to my friend Krista. ![]() 1. Tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to own and operate Fit By Faith. When did you establish it? When I was in the middle of my weight loss journey, down 20 pounds from 242 pounds, I was going for a run. Well, if you want to call it a run. I was tip toeing up a hill, crying in pain, feeling humiliation trying to get my body to move. I made a choice to keep pushing on and I literally heard in my head, FIT BY FAITH. I prayed and God showed me a vision for Fit By Faith and I laughed. How could someone as out of shape as me ever be able to help others get fit? As I began to lose and become fitter, God gave me guidance and equipped me mind, body, and spirit, to start preparing Fit By Faith. About two years later, I taught my first Tae Bo class out of another gym. One month later we opened up Fit By Faith, on September 30, 2006. 2. What does your typical day look like now? Each day is a bit different. It involves keeping my household running, being available for my family and my famous dogs :) It is a mix of personal training, teaching fitness classes, running nutrition groups online, organizing all the other services we offer that are taught by my Husband, running two Network Marketing businesses and volunteering at my church running the media and working on the protection detail team. It sounds like a lot, but God truly equips me to handle it all. When I become overwhelmed and feel like it is too much, I stop trying to do it myself and get back on track letting God lead me! 3. What kept you going through your fitness/wellness journey when you felt like you were at a plateau? What did you do? I like how you call it a journey, because it is. I am still on it and will be on it forever. There were times I had no changes, but I think the reason people quit when results stop or give up is because their motivation was a weak one. If it is to be a certain weight by a certain date, to look good in a swim suit, etc, then those are weak motivations that will not last a lifetime. For me it was realizing I had the responsibility to break this cycle and keep it from trickling down into my children. It was realizing I did not want to be this overweight, sick burden to my family. I want to be an example and a blessing to my children and family. So whether I am having results or not, they see me walking in faith, making good choices, being joyful in all situations and then they learn to do the same. 4. Do you have a favorite quote or Bible verse which encourages you? Yes. There are about 354 to be exact! Ha! But the one that stays with me through all situations is Acts 1:8. I believe we are equipped to do whatever God leads us to do. I may have had no clue about fitness, but when I allowed him to use me 100%, he has equipped me. If he told me tomorrow he wanted me to be a hair dresser, I may have no idea today about how to be one in that moment, but you can bet I would become the best one in the nation because He would equip me to do it :) You shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be His witness to the ends of the earth. Acts 1:8 ![]() 5. Do you have a favorite and a least favorite fitness move? What are they? I have an equal amount of both, but if I had to pick one, I like burpees. It is funny because when I first did one, I thought they were straight from the pit of hell and hated them with all my being. Now I love them. I love that I can do them and do them well. I love to get creative with them too. Least favorite would be pull-ups. Enough said. Ha! 6. What is one change anybody can make today in order to begin a fitness journey? What about a faith journey? I believe the absolute first change has to be what comes out of your mouth for both your fitness journey and your faith journey. Our words are life and death. What you speak is what you will become. Change your words, change your life. When I finally fixed the inside, the outside was no longer a battle. It just fixed itself. Until you can speak truth to your body, to your mind and spirit, and only work on the outside, it will be like a dog chasing its tail in circles. 7. Do/did you have a particular struggle in regard to changing your lifestyle? What do you do when you find that weakness creeping back in? Do you have a particular strength or preference that keeps you in the fat loss lifestyle? I did and still do face struggles all the time, but through them I grow and learn. I see struggles as great teachable moments. You have to be a teachable person and be willing to have not so good days and learn from them. I think what has kept me on this journey is just loving myself through the process. Understanding that my best will be different each day and embracing every victory no matter how small. I think love is the answer to everything, honestly. It is the strength that everyone possesses, you just have to do it :) Honestly the power is always in our hands. You just have to flip the switch on! 8. What’s one thing you would tell your teenage self? When your flesh wants to handle something, stop before you speak or act and remember this: Be in love, walk in faith, be led by the spirit. 9. What do you hope to leave as your legacy? John and I have four of the absolutely most amazing children. Each one of them truly is if you know anything about them. They are my legacy and as far as I am concerned, that job is already done! ![]() 10. What do you offer at Fit By Faith? Do you offer personal training? Do you have a particular program to help me on my wellness journey? How do I find you online? We offer personal training, fitness classes, nutrition classes, CPR & Lifeguard Certification, Reflexology, Nutritional products and a lot of love. You can find out about all of it at www.fitbyfaith.net . It doesn't matter if you're burned out, broken down, or just plain tired. You've got this one moment to make a change and act. Can a mom of four lose one hundred pounds and keep it off? Yes. Can an ordinary chica break a board with a swift kick? Yes. Can even the clumsiest of fumblers learn how to deadlift her weight? Oh, my, yes. Can one decision change a life? You know it. Flip on that switch, readers! Welcome to this beautiful new day of life, creation, and wild adventure. If you struggle with your weight or nutrition choices, need mental clarity, lack motivation, or just want to feel better overall, I encourage you to check out fitbyfaith.net and see all that Krista has to offer. She’ll get you the tools you need and equip you with courage, hope, and love, to not just be fit, but fit by faith.
45 Comments
Gayle Ogden
6/8/2018 10:36:15 am
Love this! It just motivated me even more and gave me more confidence that I can “get” this and that God led me to you 💜 I have wanted to work with you for so many years because of your background and Christian views but I always held back for one reason or anther! Thank you again for your heart and hard work to help others
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:06:30 pm
Go get it Gayle! Krista is so easy to work with and you'll love the programs. <3
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Nicky Breed
6/9/2018 10:42:52 am
Well written, gratitude for this intervieuw. Also in the Netherlands were I live has Krista Johnson her lovely spirit tuched my heart and I am honored that I can do her online workouts. It also helpt me so much in my fat loss lifestyle.
Amanda Mason
6/8/2018 10:52:00 am
Krista is such an inspiration. God has truly blessed her with a gift and a ministry.
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:06:54 pm
Totally agree!
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Kathy Ranfeld
6/8/2018 11:01:53 am
I’m truly thankful for Krista and her vision for fit by faith. I am loving each moment of this new found freedom.
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:07:37 pm
Yes ma'am! I'm so glad she kept with it and followed that faith, too. <3
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Christi Brooks
6/8/2018 11:02:07 am
What a testimony of how truly awesome our God is and how he equips the willing! Krista is truly an inspiration and I want to follow her example. I WILL succeed in this journey to better health.
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:08:14 pm
You can definitely succeed! So glad you're here and ready to get in gear! <3
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Joel Bennett
6/8/2018 11:07:35 am
I'm glad this fat loss lifestyle teaching is available to men, too. I've thought about joining the online program for a few years, but finally just said now is the time. So I'm in the current group, learning about myself and how to live a fat loss lifestyle. Loving it!
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:08:58 pm
YES! I love how it works for everyone because it's such an individualized program. So glad you're finding new strides for success!
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Brianna Davis
6/8/2018 11:28:05 am
I love that I finally have the chance to do this awesome program, you are such an inspiration!
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:12:15 pm
She IS! Glad you're finding those new opportunities with her program. It's life changing!!
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Stephanie Brownlee
6/8/2018 11:35:08 am
I’m trying to flip my switch!
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:09:19 pm
Yes! Do it!! You got this!
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Anne Vedrode
6/8/2018 12:18:53 pm
WOW!! This moved so many emotions in me from tears, laughter, joy and most of all love for God.
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:10:28 pm
Preach! I agree! So grateful for the encouragement and the stories. Thanks for sharing your heart!
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Linda Burns
6/8/2018 12:50:57 pm
What a beautiful and and Encouraging testimony. You are definitely God led and have made such a difference in my mindset. I love your quote what you speak is what you will become. Change your words and change your life.
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:11:27 pm
It's a great quote! I loved it too!
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Jennifer LeFebvre
6/8/2018 01:37:48 pm
Krista is such an inspiration! So full of love and kind motivation!
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:13:01 pm
She's got a great story to tell. I'm excited I could share it. We all need inspiration to keep on with the good race.
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Tammy Knowlton
6/8/2018 01:42:35 pm
Krista definitely has a heart for people, and I appreciate her very much!
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Kadee Carder
6/8/2018 03:13:28 pm
She does, and me too!! So glad to share these great stories and tips!
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Rebecca Reynolds
6/8/2018 03:52:14 pm
That’s a great article. I love you for helping me to change my whole life for the better. I feel great having lost 50lbs. 7 years ago. You taught me so much about nutrition and exercise. Happily I have kept it all off. Thank you my dear friend!
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Kadee Carder
6/9/2018 06:47:24 am
How exciting to hear success stories! Love it!
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Judy
6/8/2018 04:00:52 pm
As I read this article I could actually hear Krista Johnson voice in my head. As I drove by this building the words "Fit by Faith" jumped out at me. I turned my car around & went in. When I opened the door it was a presence like no other gym. Scriptures of faith everywhere. You see my world had been shook to the core (lost my mother & marriage at the same time). She wasn't there and I had literally an hour to make a decision. Within that hour she returned my call, met with me & my journey of changing from the inside out began. Tho I moved away these words still ring in my head & the knowledge she imparted into me will forever remain. I'll be forever grateful to you Krista for your dedication to see others get Fit by Faith. I love you😘
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Kadee Carder
6/9/2018 06:48:58 am
Oh I love to hear these stories of hope! I'm so glad you turned around and are here to share this story today! <3
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Danielle Rosborough
6/8/2018 05:32:32 pm
Beautiful lady!
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Kadee
6/9/2018 06:46:55 am
Oh yeah!! Inside and out!
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Pam Holmes
6/8/2018 06:26:40 pm
Krista, this is such a encouraging testimony! Love that you’ve allowed God to lead you through your journey and with your business. I plan to follow your advice throughout my fat loss journey! I also am going to embrace every victory no matter how small! Thanks!
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Kadee Carder
6/9/2018 06:49:50 am
Yes!! Every victory counts, for sure! That's something she has taught me too! Thank you for sharing that! <3
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Jennifer Blasingame
6/8/2018 06:50:25 pm
Krista is an inspiration and proof weight loss can be done by making lasting healthy lifestyle changes.
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Kadee Carder
6/9/2018 06:51:06 am
She sure is! I love how the program becomes so individualized in order to make it so lasting.
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Roberta Duncan
6/9/2018 12:30:48 am
I am currently in Krista’s Fit by Faith journey and participate in one of her low impact strength trainings. I believe God brought me to this as a way to help heal and strengthen my body and my mind. I am grateful for what God has done in Krista’s life and the lives of countless others. She is an encourager and teacher. She has me excited to learn with a new perspective on what I can be. Thank you for this article Kadee Carder.
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Kadee Carder
6/9/2018 06:46:31 am
Aren't those new perspectives so refreshing? Thanks for reading and commenting! I love to hear these stories of renewed strength and healing!
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Connie Sato
6/9/2018 06:52:08 am
Krista is a true inspiration. A perfect example that absolutely anything is possible with faith, action & determination.
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Susan Mitchell
6/9/2018 08:42:12 am
I've struggled with my weight all my life. It's the one thing I could not conquer. Since being under Krista's leadership for only one week...I have already started to gain the knowledge that I've never had. I'm SO excited about her program! She will give you the love, tools and knowledge to get your health back...and move forward with confidence. So many times through the past few years, I've wanted to try her program, but that doubt was always in my mind that I would finish and have the same results as every other "diet" that I've tried. If you are struggling with your weight or health...give Fit By Faith and Krista a chance. You will be blessed in so many ways. I'm so thankful to be on this journey with her. ❤️🙏🏽☝🏼 Answered prayer!!
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Ann Marston
6/9/2018 11:40:52 am
I first met Krista through online family board page. After a couple of years of posts on the board, I got to meet this amazing woman. Even with the weight she was leader and losing the weight as made her even stronger role model. Krista is an awesome advocate for getting fit. I may not be in the best shape and my exercise routine is nil.i do admire all the hard work and dedication she provides.
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Roberta Conrad
6/9/2018 11:42:34 am
A Woman's group I belonged to in Calfornia mission each month was to discuss "What Feeds Your Soul". Many factors In our daily life feed our souls. And I'll have to say that Krista's leadership of Silver Sneakers feeds my soul not only on Tuesdays & Thursdays but throughout the week with trying to be healthy with exercise and meal choices.
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Kathy Lopez
6/9/2018 11:50:22 am
I heard of Krista Program years ago and I even got to go to a class for free it was pretty awesome at the time I was the only one working and kids in High School so funds for Fitness wasn’t a option since that time my life has change for the better my late husband passed away that was devesting enough then I met and marred a wonderful man that God Blessed me with that gives me all the support in the world I now go to the same church as Krista and what a amazing person she is if can’t help motivate me nobody can I need to get healthy for myself and she can do it thank you Krista love ya
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Jennifer Flowers
6/9/2018 12:42:43 pm
A close friend of mine got me involved in Krista's Fit by Faith program. We are just finishing the first week and I have already learned more about nutrition and food than I ever dreamed I could. Looking forward to learning more over the next few weeks! Thank you for the article! Loved learning new details about her journey!
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Tana
6/9/2018 02:38:54 pm
Great motivational interview!! Just at the right time in my journey!! I am learning so much!! Enjoyed learning about your personal journey!!
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Sara Nadurata
6/9/2018 02:56:16 pm
I can't love this enough! Krista has been a mentor, coach, but most importantly a genuine friend who spoke life into me at times when I had lost all hope. She's loved me unconditionally through thick & thin! She leads by example & in love. So proud to call her my friend!
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Shannon Prendergast
6/9/2018 07:14:37 pm
Krista is truly a blessing to me and so many others!! She has the heart of an angel and a passion and drive to help others. So blessed to have her in my life :)
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Heather Coleman
6/10/2018 07:37:23 am
I've known Krista since about 2010. I consider her my friend and have a great amount of love for her. The first time I ever worked out was at 5 30 am with Krista in Tae Bo. Wow. It was hard. Krista has seen me on my journey for a long time. She never gives up on me and I haven't given up. I have some hormonal issues and have struggled. Krista has taught me to love myself where I am. When I walk into her workouts I feel like I am strong, I am an athlete. That's how I talk to myself in my mind. No other instructer pushes me like her. I workout the hardest when I am in her class and I enjoy it very much. Krista is very knowledgeable in what she does and I'm glad to know her. On my journey, I at one point had diabetes. Every time I get my a1C checked the docters think I'm crazy when I tell them I used to be diabetic. I've had a hard time getting pregnant in the past. My last pregnancy we had no problems. First month we were pregnant. In the past I had taken Clomid for my son Noah and years of trying with both boys. I think a healthier lifestyle from what Krista has taught me and faith in God has healed me. I'm currently in nursing school. When I start practicing as a nurse, I would like to be a healthy example with how I look, what I eat and my exercising.
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