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Fierce Mama Fitcast
The Fierce Mama Fitcast isn’t just another podcast — it’s a movement, and you’re part of it. Here, we’re all about helping you feel strong in your body and loud in your life, without chasing perfection. I’m Mel Duettchen, founder of the Fierce Mama Collective and a mom who got in the best shape of her life after kids — and I’m here to help you do the same, in a way that fits your real life.
Inside each episode, you’ll get no-BS tools you can actually use, real talk about fitness, food, and feeling good, and unfiltered stories from the messy, beautiful chaos of motherhood. Whether you’re listening on a walk, hiding in the pantry, or squeezing it in between drop-offs, know this: you’re not alone here. You’re part of a community that sees you, supports you, and celebrates you — every step, every win, no matter how big or small. Let’s do this together.
Fierce Mama Fitcast
Episode 9 -Why “C+ Effort” Builds A+ Results
In this episode, I’m tackling the all-or-nothing trap — the cycle where you miss one workout, eat one cookie, or skip one meal prep, and suddenly you’re “starting over Monday.”
Sounds familiar? I’ll share why perfection is a stall tactic, what to do instead, and how shifting to an “all-or-something” mindset helps moms finally build consistency, energy, and confidence.
- The all-or-nothing mindset creates a constant start–stop cycle that keeps you stuck.
- Perfection feels safe, but it’s actually a stall tactic that delays progress.
- Small, imperfect actions (10-minute walk, protein at one meal, extra water) build momentum.
- Progress is built on weekly averages, not daily perfection.
- Shifting to an all-or-something mindset keeps you moving forward.
- Celebrate “C+ effort” — because that’s what adds up to A+ results.
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