The Elise Tzurkov Podcast

What you see on Instagram is not the whole truth—and I’mpulling back the curtain. In this honest, relatable episode, I open up about stretch marks, gray hair, motherhood, diabetes, marriage, business pressure, and the emotional reality behind the polished posts. From sending a daughter off to university to navigating body changes, entrepreneurship, and the mentalload of trying to do it all, I share why authenticity matters more than perfection. This is a candid conversation about showing up as you are, giving yourself grace, and remembering that no one has life completely figured out. 
Have you ever compared your real life to someone else’s highlight reel?

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What if sustainable weight loss during perimenopause and menopause isn’t about trying harder—but learning to embrace the right kind of discomfort?  In this candid episode, I cut through the noise around weight loss. I share why simple, consistent choices often create better results than extreme approaches—and how building tolerance for discomfort can help women achieve lasting weight loss during perimenopause and menopause. From food and exercise to everyday habits, this conversation offers a realistic, no-excuses framework for breaking the cycle of burnout and starting over. Ready to rethink your approach to weight loss?
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AI-generated testimonials, quick fixes, and endless scrolling can make transformation look easy—but lasting change requires more than a perfect before-and-after photo. In this episode, I expose the dangers of fake fitness results, confirmation bias, and relying on tools that only tell you what you want to hear. Discover why sustainable weight loss means changing your habits, identity, mindset, and relationship with food—not just following another plan or taking another shortcut. If you’re tired of starting over, this honest, no-BS episode will challenge you to stop scrolling and start doing the real work.
What quick fix are you ready to stop chasing?

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Why does weight gain suddenly feel different in perimenopause and menopause—even when your habitshaven’t changed?  In this episode, I break down the 8 reasons your body may be changing, from muscle loss, shifting estrogen levels, and insulin resistance to poor sleep, gut issues, chronicstress, and too much cardio. You’ll learn why your clothes may fit differently even when the scale barely moves, why quick-fix diets can make things harder, and how to start working with your body instead of fighting against it.  If your old weight-loss strategies no longer work, which of these eight factors might be affecting you most?

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Your metabolism isn’t broken—it’s adapting to perimenopause and menopause. In this episode I explain how shifting hormones, stress, sleep, insulin sensitivity, and muscle loss can affect weight, energy, digestion, and libido. Discover why old habits may stop working, how strength training and smarter meal timing can help, and what it really means to feel metabolically fit in midlife. Ready to feel stronger and more in sync with your body?Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246?utm_content=podcastFREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=enStay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletterJoin my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/Additional Episodes on Insulin Resistance:Reverse Insulin Resistance Before It’s Too Late Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ul48qjWGK5bReverse Insulin Resistance Before It’s Too Late Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/reverse-insulin-resistance-before-its-too-late/id1778056130?i=1000780209285Reverse Insulin Resistance Before It’s Too Late YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pvh6gHBaM68?si=NWz6C2jhIO98k6GzInsulin Resistance: What to Do About It YouTube: https://youtu.be/mwlH8qg9Hf0?si=iPLlt5-lcPDbJ-m1Insulin Resistance: What to Do About It Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/VNAL2odd75bInsulin Resistance: What to Do About It Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/eg/podcast/insulin-resistance-what-to-do-about-it/id1778056130?i=1000772187002Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause: https://youtu.be/nfuyZryvwWw?si=6jhbbh99XkIrQ1zWInsulin Resistance in Perimenopause Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/60d82PHyv0TkN1tKoitSJ3?si=oGRhmL1dRvC_iwZO0xgNMwInsulin Resistance in Perimenopause Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insulin-resistance-in-perimenopause/id1778056130?i=1000709098674