My Story

From Struggle to Strength in Faith, Food, and Fitness

Hi, I’m Heather J. Keller — founder of Fit & Focused in Faith, Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, wife, and mom of two boys. But before any of those titles, I was simply a woman searching for peace, purpose, and balance in a world that constantly told me to do more and be more.

For years, I had it backwards — fitness first, food second, and faith last. I thought if I could just work harder, train longer, and eat cleaner, I’d finally feel fulfilled. But the truth was… I still felt empty. I looked strong on the outside, but inside, I was anxious,
depressed, and lost.

I’ve faced a lot in my life — more than most know — and those struggles shaped me. But they also left me tired. I longed for something deeper than discipline alone could give me. Fitness helped me cope, and nutrition made me feel better physically, but it wasn’t until I invited faith into the equation that everything began to change. 

Food, I realized, plays a massive role in how we feel - mentally, physically, and spiritually. I started journaling how certain foods made me feel: what gave me energy, what drained me, and what made me moody or foggy. Over time, I saw patterns — processed foods were stealing my joy and clarity. But once I began fueling my body with real, nourishing foods, I felt stronger, calmer, and more focused.

Still, the biggest shift came when my family returned to church in 2022. Our boys enrolled in a Christian school, and through that, I joined a small group and reconnected with God. On December 15, 2022, I surrendered my life to Jesus Christ and accepted Him as my Lord and Savior. A few months later, on March 19, 2023, I was baptized — a day that forever changed my heart. 

From that moment on, I realized the order mattered: Faith first. Food second. Fitness third.

That’s when Fit & Focused in Faith was born — not from perfection, but from redemption. It’s the result of my own transformation: a renewed mind, a restored body, and a revived spirit. I want everyone to know that you don’t have to stay stuck. You can feel good again. You can find balance, peace, and purpose — one small, sustainable step at a time.

This is not about going from 0 to 180 overnight. This is about a lifestyle — a daily decision to Live Fit, Stay Focused, and Walk in Faith. No quick fixes. No miracle shots. No “magic” coffee. Just discipline, community, and a deep trust that God can transform your health from the inside out.

If He did it for me — He can do it for you too.

Welcome to Fit & Focused in Faith — where your journey to wholeness begins. 💜