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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 34 - How to Stay Positive When the World Feels Like It’s Falling Apart
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Some days it feels like the world is falling apart.
Wars, political chaos, women’s rights being debated again… and an endless stream of bad news every time you open your phone.
In this episode, Mel talks about why International Women’s Day still matters, why days that highlight marginalized groups are still important, and how to protect your mindset when the news cycle feels overwhelming.
We also talk about something many moms are quietly asking themselves:
What’s the point of focusing on our health and fitness when the world feels like it’s going crazy?
The answer might be simpler than you think.
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is focus on what we can control — our habits, our health, and the next generation we’re raising.
And yes… sometimes that also means closing the news app and watching cat reels for a few minutes.
Because staying strong — physically and mentally — still matters.
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