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The Elise Tzurkov Podcast
Welcome to the Elise Tzurkov Podcast where I help women in perimenopause and menopause thrive unapologetically from the inside out. Each week, we dive into candid conversations and expert insights designed to navigate the unique challenges of this stage of life—so you can feel stronger, more confident, and at home in your body. Let’s dive in and start thriving together! Learn how we can help you more: www.functionallyfitwithelise.com or IG/FB @functionallyfitwithelise.com
Episodes
- The Elise Tzurkov Podcast
Eat, Pray, Love - From Chaos to Calm. The Summer that CHANGED me. From
Have you ever found yourself second-guessing every decisionyou’ve ever made—your career, your relationship, even the city you live in? If you’re navigating…
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How to Say NO to Others and Yourself
Why is it so hard to say NO—especially to ourselves? In this episode, I break down the two types of “no”: saying no to others and saying no to your own…
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Are you in a DEFICIT or just DIETING? This is what a calorie deficit should REALLY feel like?
Think you’re in a calorie deficit? Maybe not. Most people feel like they’re dieting, but they’re not actually in a true deficit. In this episode, I’ll break…
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Important vs Priority: are you aligned? What's REALLY holding you back with David Priemer
In this powerful episode, we unpack the difference between what's important in life and what's a priority—a shift in perspective that could completely…
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Is Intermittent Fasting Right for YOU? (Women Over 40 Must Listen!)
In this episode, we dive into the truth about intermittentfasting for women in perimenopause and menopause — and spoiler alert: it’s not a one-size-fits-all…
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10 EASY PROTEIN PICKS To Make Life Easier In Perimenopause
Are you getting the right amount of protein—or way too much?In this episode, I’ll break down how much protein you really need based on your goals, and why more…
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I Miss EATING Like An A$$HOLE!
Let’s be real—I miss eating like an asshole. It gives you that quick hit of dopamine, but let’s not lie… it also leaves you feeling bloated, sluggish, and full…
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How to LOSE WEIGHT without tracking! Perimenopause and Menopause weight loss tips!
Yes—you can lose weight in perimenopause without tracking every bite. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple strategies you can start using tomorrow to make…
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Does Intuitive Eating Work?
Welcome to a space where intuition meets science. I believe in the power of intuitive eating—but also know our bodies are wired for survival, not modern…
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Labs: TEST or GUESS? What women REALLY need in Perimenopause/Menopause
Are you wondering if you should run lab tests—or just start making changes—when trying to manage symptoms or lose weight in perimenopause or menopause? In this…
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Perimenopause & Metabolism: Why Your Diet Isn’t Working!
Ever feel like no matter how hard you diet, your body justwon’t budge? That’s not your imagination—it’s metabolic adaptation, especially during perimenopause…
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Is WEIGHT LOSS Really What You Need? Redefining your WHY in perimenopause.
Is weight loss really what you need right now—or is it timeto redefine your why? For women in perimenopause, the pressure to shrink our bodies often…
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The REAL REASON I Look Like This: I Didn't just wake up fit!
Perimenopause and menopause are no joke—and getting to where I am now, took time, effort, and a whole lot of intention. I had to reset my priorities: from the…
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PLATEAU PANIC? THE TRUTH ABOUT WEIGHT LOSS IN PERIMENOPAUSE AND MENOPAUSE
Feeling stuck and wondering if it’s a plateau—or just perimenopause playing tricks on you? You’re not alone. Join me to get real answers about what’s happening…
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F@CK YOUR FEELINGS, FOLLOW THE PLAN! - HOW TO MEET YOU GOALS IN PERIMENOPAUSE AND MENOPAUSE!
The reason you’re not seeing the results you want? You’re not following the damn plan. Harsh? Maybe. True? Absolutely. If you’re in perimenopause or menopause…
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What the GUT Is Happening?! Gut Health in Perimenopause/Menopause Explained
In this episode, we're diving deep into the gut—literally! We’ll explore how perimenopause and menopause shake up your gut health, from bloating and…
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How To Improve SLEEP in Perimenopause - Finally SLEEP again with these Perimenopause SLEEP FIXES!
If you are struggling with sleep, you're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the two major sleep challenges many women face during perimenopause…
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Do You Want To Be Right or Do You Want Results?
Have you ever said to yourself, “I’ve tried everything and nothing ever works?” If so, this is the episode for you. In perimenopause and menopause your body is…
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Stress & Energy Management in Perimenopause and Menopause
There is so much noise out there about stress in perimenopause and menopause and the impact is has on your cortisol, estrogen, progesterone and weight gain…
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What Got You Here Won't Get You There - How to Lose Weight In Perimenopause/Menopause
What once worked, does not work anymore. Our bodies change as we go through perimenopause and menopause and what got you here, won’t get you there. If you want…
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What Does 100% Look Like in Perimenopause & Menopause?
Life is full of challenges and in perimenopause and menopause things can become even more complicated. So, on the days when you don’t have 100% to give, what…
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Lara Brown - Why Not Me?
As a single mother, incredible athlete and breast cancer survivor Lara has relied on her strong mindset to meet goals (completing multiple marathons, Ironman…
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Effort VS Outcome - Why You're Not Seeing Results
If you are anything like me you have more things to think about in life than what you put in your mouth and your daily chores. In order to get “A” results, you…
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How Do You Want To Summer?
The summer brings with it all the joys of the warmth, outdoorpatios, longer days and often a “fuck it” mentality. It seems fun at the time, but what about in…
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Why Don't I Look Like Her?
We spend a lot of time comparing someone else’s results withour own. The reality is that you are not someone else – you are you! If you find yourself comparing…
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How I Travel & Stay Lean
Are you tired of being in the cycle of working so hard to look good for a vacation, a birthday etc. and then ending up feeling bloated and gross and having to…
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BLT'S (Bites, Licks & Tastes)
The BLT’s (bites, licks and tastes) are the little things that you eat that you don’t think matter. But everything counts and those little seemingly…
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Setting Boundaries in Perimenopause
The reality is that you have probably had a priority thatyou self-sacrificed at some point in life because you felt you had to. Then you started perimenopause…
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Gradually, Gradually, Suddenly
I will often hear women say, “Suddenly I blinked and I can’tfit into my clothes’” or “I’ve changed nothing and suddenly nothing works anymore.” In this episode…
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I Sucked at Being Skinny
I am so fucking done chasing skinny. I am no longer interested in the low calorie, dieting down, excess cardio lifestyle. WhenI realized that my body was…
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You're Going to F@CK UP Maintenance
Intentional maintenance is harder than weight loss, which iswhy everyone fucks it up the first time. The good news is that the best way to learn something new…
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The Boring F@CK'N Middle
There is nothing more exciting than starting something new,but (spoiler alert) motivation usually lasts for about 7 to 14 days. The reality is that the real…
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Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause
Are you insulin resistant? What does it actually mean? Whatare you going to do about it? In this episode I am going to help you answer these questions by…
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Dr. Leslie Yaffa - Checking off the Boxes
Join me as Dr. Leslie Yaffa and I talk about checking off the boxes. There are many expectations that have been put upon women by society, family, themselves…
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Macros 101
Macronutrients are carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Most people count macronutrients in order to lose weight. Being in a calorie deficit is necessary for…
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The Cost of NOT Investing in Yourself
I often hear women say they’re worth it, but they don’t value themselves enough to make the change they know they need to make. I have seen the cost of when…
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How To Be Unapologetic
You don’t owe anyone an explanation for the choices you make. Once you cut out the excuses you are going to start living your life unapologetically and showing…
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You Need To Be Reminded More Than You Need To Be Told
I fully appreciate the need to be reminded rather than told – I am in the same boat as you are! I am not going to tell you that you need to lift heavy shit…
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Should You Count Calories or Macros to Lose Weight in Perimenopause/Menopause?
In this episode I explain the difference between calories and macros and how they work in order to lose weight, maintain weight or gain weight (add muscle)…
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How We Get Results at FFWE!
I truly want to help women in perimenopause and menopausethrive and that takes knowledge, certification, personal interest and clinical experience. At this…
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You're Gonna Wanna Quit!
Starting something new is hard. Getting enough reps under your belt to make it part of your life takes time. When you are working on a new goal - weight loss…
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Your diet isn't ONLY what you eat!
When you think of diet, you often think of food, but your diet is MORE than just what you put in your mouth. It is the environment in which you are eating in…
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Real Talk with Jen Kirsch
Jen Kirsch is an online certified personal trainer and nutrition coach with nearly 3 decades of experience in the fitness industry. As a 54 year old woman she…
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Redefining Restriction
What does restriction actually mean? What most people say is restrictive is actually probably normal. By redefining restriction, it is going to make your life…
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How to Challenge Your Mindset in Perimenopause/Menopause
When you are in perimenopause and menopause there is a lotof shifting that is happening – lifestyle, identity, needs and wants as a woman, wife, partner…
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HRT with Esther Blum - All About HRT in Perimenopause and Menopause
HRT in perimenopause and menopause is confusing and can feel scary, but I’ve got your back! Esther is an Integrative Dietician (a traditionally trained…
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Redefining Hard
The difference between those who keep going and those whoquit is the redefining of hard. Don’t get me wrong, I know that making changes is hard. There is a lot…
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Stop Stopping!
Are you one of those women who thinks you have done everything and yet nothing is working? Let me tellyou a little secret; the reason that you are likely…
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How Much Protein Do You Need in Perimenopause?
I am sure it feels extremely overwhelming as we are seeing protein added in everything, but how much protein do you really need? Let’s not complicate things…
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You Can't Out-Exercise Your Diet
I know that a lot of you out there are trying to out-exerciseyour diet. I get it because I used to do it for years! Chances are you are eating like an asshole…
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Special Snowflake Syndrome
Do you want to be right or do you want results? Women often give up on their weight loss, muscle building, and body composition goals because they think that…
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Coffee & Perimenopause
Are we overcomplicating coffee in the morning? Yes! Do we need to? No! If you want to understand whether this is actually a problem to solve, listen up! Click…
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Your New Life Will Cost You Your Old One
It's time to say goodbye to the OLD you to make room for the NEW you. Let me help make it easier to part ways. Click below for a great FREEBIE on how to lose…
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Cycle + Moon Syncing in Perimenopause
Ever wonder WHY you feel a certain way during your period? More cravings? Less energy? Join my FIRST guest Cycle Syncing & FFWE Coach Kristine Peacock as we…
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Dating vs Marrying Your Goals
Are you dating your goals? In perimenopause, you have to marry them. Marry your goals and it will be easier, I promise! Click below for a great FREEBIE on how…
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Paying the Beginner Tax
Starting a NEW habit or goal in perimenopause? You're gonna need to suck at it first. Pay down your beginner tax and you'll reach your goal faster. Visit…
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F&CK It, is NOT an Option!
Flat tire? Do you slash the other 3? Likely NOT...! So why when it comes to your goals to you just give up and say FUCK IT? It's not an option...not anymore…
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Everything (ya, everything) Counts
In this episode, I'm gonna shine a mirror at ya and show you the real real. Everything thing you do (and don't do), counts. Let's ruffle feathers together and…
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Goal Setting 101
Do you set goals and then NOT follow through for more than a month? I've got you- in this episode I help break your goals down so you can not only achieve them…
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How to be Uncomfortable
Do you REALLY know what discomfort feels like? It's likely the reason you're NOT seeing results in perimenopause and menopause. Learning to be uncomfortable in…