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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 42 -You're Doing Everything Right and Still Not Losing Weight: Blame Your Stress Hormones
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You're eating well, exercising regularly, and still not seeing results, and you can't figure out why. The answer might not be in your workout or your diet. It might be in your nervous system. In this episode, Mel Duettchen explains the science behind cortisol and chronic stress, why the "mom life" hormonal environment is uniquely challenging for fat loss, and the specific, practical strategies for managing cortisol that will unlock the results you've been working so hard for. This is the missing piece that nobody in the fitness industry is talking about, and it could change everything for you.
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