"I learned to fully surrender, to treat food as fuel for my bodybuilding journey, and to view movement as a blessing in my faith-based fitness practice." - Coach Cathleen
The Bodybuilding Potter serves as the foundation of this work—where faith-based fitness, stewardship, and a God-centered, healthy lifestyle converge.
Our minds and bodies are divine gifts from God—meant to be nurtured, stewarded, and strengthened for His glory.
This endeavor is rooted in real-life experiences—as a wife, mother, lifestyle coach, master potter, and bodybuilder—demonstrating faith through discipline, stewardship, and daily obedience.
Whether shaping clay or engaging in fitness and nutrition, the mediums may differ, but the underlying process remains consistent.
There is one Master Potter.
He shapes the clay.
He strengthens the body.
Through self-control, discipline, the renewing of the mind, and the surrender of the heart, we are continuously being formed.

The Bodybuilding Potter serves as the foundation of this work—where faith-based fitness, stewardship, and a God-centered, healthy lifestyle converge.
Our minds and bodies are divine gifts from God—meant to be nurtured, stewarded, and strengthened for His glory.
This endeavor is rooted in real-life experiences—as a wife, mother, lifestyle coach, master potter, and bodybuilder—demonstrating faith through discipline, stewardship, and daily obedience.
Whether shaping clay or engaging in fitness and nutrition, the mediums may differ, but the underlying process remains consistent.
There is one Master Potter.
He shapes the clay.
He strengthens the body.
Through self-control, discipline, the renewing of the mind, and the surrender of the heart, we are continuously being formed.

My own journey taught me something powerful—growth was never meant to happen alone. God didn’t design us to struggle in isolation, striving for perfection or carrying the weight by ourselves. He designed us to be shaped—through Him, through His Word, and through the process of becoming.
That is why I create—why I sculpt with clay as well as engage in bodybuilding, fitness, and nutrition. We are all works of His art.
What began as a personal journey has evolved into a body of work and now a movement—resources, writings, and teachings designed to support others as they walk out their own God-centered health journey, especially within the realm of faith-based fitness.
From Battlefield for Health to future studies and materials, each resource is created with intention: to meet you where you are, to point you back to truth, and to remind you that this journey is not about perfection—but about surrender.
Your story matters. Your journey is unique. And yet, we are all being formed by the same Master Potter.
This work exists to support those who feel called to steward their bodies, renew their minds, and draw closer to God through their daily choices. Whether through reading, purchasing resources, or attending in-person experiences with a lifestyle coach—each step is personal, and each step is part of the journey.
Cathleen
Bodybuilding History - A Journey of Stewardship and Faithfulness
2002 - Competed in the NPC Figure Bodybuilding Show, earning 5th place.
2003 - Welcomed a healthy and beautiful baby girl into the world.
2007 - Gave birth to twin healthy and handsome baby boys.
2003-2000 - Faced struggles with PCOS, postpartum depression, and severe back and foot issues.
2011 - Established Under The Horizon, an outreach-based pottery and arts studio, which became the HOME of Him Centered Coaching outreach.
2020 - Started listening to The Holy Spirit’s guidance to begin my healing journey.
2021 - Commenced working on God's plan, focusing on healing both internally and externally, with a heartfelt goal of returning to the bodybuilding stage in 2023.
2023 - On 9/23/23, I re-debuted at the NPC Natural Pennsylvania Championships, securing 1st and 3rd place.
2023 - On 11/4/23, participated in the NPC Elite Physique, again achieving 1st and 3rd place.
2024 - Joined the OCB - Organization of Competitive Bodies.
2024 - On 6/27/24, became a Quarter Finalist in the Ms. Health and Fitness Contest.
2024 - On 6/29/24, placed 4th in Masters 35+ at the OCB PA Classic in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
2024 - On 8/24/24, received 4th place in Open B (tall girls) and 5th in Master 35+ at the OCB Battle for the Belt in Burlington, New Jersey.
2024 - On 9/13/24, achieved 1st place in Figure Open B, 2nd in Figure Masters, and 9th in the Women's 100 lbs plus Transformation during Summer Shredding in Houston, Texas.
2024 - On 11/2/24, competed in the Summer Shredding Championships, finishing 2nd in Figure B and top 13 in Women's 100 lbs plus Transformation in Houston, Texas.
2026 - On 5/9/26, transitioned from Figure Bodybuilding to Physique Bodybuilding, experiencing an incredible show and placement at my first competition in this category: the OCB Conquer in Hanover, Maryland, where I placed 4th in Physique B and 3rd in Physique Open.
2026 - On 6/12/26, participated in a memorable family and friend experience; my mom and I competed together, earning 2nd place, while I finished 3rd in the top transformation category called absolute. Surprisingly, my mom, at the amazing age of 78, also competed and took 2nd in her category. This journey exemplifies faith-based fitness, celebrating both our personal transformations and the glory of God.
The Bodybuilding Potter aka Cathleen Lerew, a sister company of Under The Horizon, LLC, is not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this page and general contact should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.
Cathleen Lerew is openly sharing her healing journey as well as the best practices for what worked best for her and her lifestyle.
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