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In this two-part episode, Marisa speaks with counsellor Sharmon Reddington from MumWell about the raw, real, and often unseen sides of pre- and postpartum mental health. Part 1 was recorded in July, where we talked about my positive C-section experience, early motherhood, and the emotional shifts that come with becoming a mom for the first time. 
Five months later, we sat down again to talk about something we both navigated this year - miscarriage, grief, and the silent emotional load so many women carry. This episode holds space for the complexity of loss: the timing, the physical experience, the mourning of what you imagined, and the confusing in-between stage of “moving forward” when your body hasn’t fully caught up. Please note: This conversation includes sensitive content around miscarriage and fertility. Our intention is to share personal experiences - not provide medical advice - and to offer honesty, compassion, and connection for anyone walking a similar path. Facebook · Instagram

In this episode, Marisa and Ash share their top 4 tips for a stronger, healthier 2026 - without the restrictive diets or 4-week challenges that do more harm than good. 
 They unpack the fundamentals every woman needs to build real, lasting results: • Why protein can completely transform your body
 • What a calorie deficit actually means (and the difference between nourishing vs poor calories)
 • Why strength training is the most powerful tool for fat loss and aging well
 • How hydration + NEAT quietly drive your results Facebook · Instagram

[Re-release: 2023] In this episode, Ash chats with High Performance Coach Donna Gray about the kind of goal setting that actually sticks. They dive into clarity, follow-through, emotional resilience, and the mindset high achievers need to carry into a new year. A powerful January listen for anyone ready to step into their next level. Facebook · Instagram

A no-BS chat with Marisa and Ash on how to glide through the holidays without packing on the pounds - no restriction, no guilt, no chaos. We break down simple, realistic strategies for eating, drinking, training, and staying in control… and why a little “health shaming” from others is actually proof that you’re winning! Facebook · Instagram

Ash and Marisa dive into the topic that’s triggering them most right now: the rise of GLP-1 use among women who are taking it just to drop a few kilos. Disclaimer: This conversation excludes women who are prescribed GLP-1s for genuine medical reasons. We’re watching a dangerous trend unfold! The quiet return of “skinny culture,” and women comparing themselves to bodies shaped by medication, not healthy habits. Behind the quick fixes come real risks, and we discuss: 👉 muscle loss 👉 weaker bones 👉 long-term fragility 👉 cognitive impact 👉 a new wave of body anxiety We’ve spent years helping women build strength, confidence, and real self-acceptance... and this movement threatens to undo so much of that progress. This isn’t judgement. It’s awareness, and we would love to hear your take? Facebook · Instagram

Everyone’s talking about cycle syncing. Training less, slowing down, doing “gentle movement” half the month. But what if that advice is actually keeping you from getting results!? In this episode, Ash and Marisa break down why training by your cycle might be limiting your progress and how to work with your hormones without losing momentum. Facebook · Instagram

In this off-script conversation, coaches Ash and Marisa open up about their personal journeys through fat gain, fat loss, and the mindset traps that kept them stuck for years. They share raw reflections on how shifting from punishment and perfectionism to structure, strength, and self-worth changed everything, both for themselves and their clients. Through real stories and results, they share how the fitmom formula of sustainable nutrition, balanced habits, and progressive strength training helps women finally find freedom, confidence, and lasting transformation. Facebook · Instagram

In this episode, Ash and Marisa get brutally honest about their evolving relationships with alcohol. From leaning on it as new moms and in work culture, to choosing health and productivity over the next glass. They unpack how social pressure, male-dominated industries, and client networking often normalize excessive drinking, and share the strategies that helped them take back control: mindful consumption, non-alcoholic swaps, and setting clear intentions. Whether you’re navigating parenthood, leadership, or simply trying to feel sharper the next day, this conversation is a refreshing reminder that you don’t need alcohol to connect, succeed, or thrive. Facebook · Instagram

Two years after our first conversation, Nicola Pheiffer returns for one of the most honest chats we’ve had on the podcast. Life looks very different now — motherhood after divorce, closing Simply Granola, and pivoting into her new venture, Oh Ship. We go behind the scenes of what it really takes to scale a business while navigating personal change, and how Nicola finds the stamina to keep showing up. We also dive into the raw questions most people don’t ask: • How do you reset when everything feels overwhelming? • Do you have an addictive personality? • What’s your default when it comes to self-sabotage? This is a vulnerable, unfiltered look at resilience, reinvention, and the messy middle of building both a business and a life you love. Facebook · Instagram

[Re-release: 2023] In a raw and honest conversation with the founder of Simply Granola, Nicola, we chat about the reality of entrepreneurship and that it’s not always as it is perceived on social media. Nicola shares her personal journey and how she shifted from a career in finance to taking the leap back in 2016 and starting her own business out of a love for all things healthy and wholesome. We talk about sacrifice, stimulants, depression, anxiety, and how Nicola doesn’t rely on a rigid morning or evening routine to be a kick-ass “one-man wolfpack”.... Nicola has her own formula for achieving success and self-growth, and don’t forget to please subscribe and share this episode with your friends, family or colleagues. Facebook · Instagram

If you grew up believing that money wasn’t a woman’s topic, then you’re not alone. The financial industry has thrived on keeping us in that box. But as Carla from Money with Carla says, with a little self-education, you can break out of it. In this episode, I sit down with Carla - Chartered Accountant, MBA, and founder of the fast-growing platform Money with Carla. With global experience across Switzerland, the UK, the Netherlands, and South Africa, she’s on a mission to make wealth-building simple and accessible. We talk about unlearning old money beliefs, starting your investment journey without the overwhelm, and building wealth on your terms - even if you’ve stepped away to raise kids. Facebook · Instagram

In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of entrepreneurship, exploring the paradox that it embodies: the rollercoaster ride between the lows that make it feel like the absolute worst job and the highs that make it the best choice one could make. With candor and insight, I delve into the raw realities that entrepreneurs face on their journey. Instagram

[Re-release: 2023] Approaching my 36th birthday in 2023, I felt a compelling urge to prioritize my health and well-being like never before. With over a year of sober curiosity, I was intrigued by the untapped possibilities that could unfold if I abstained from weekend drinking. Eager to explore the potential boost in productivity at work, bidding farewell to Monday anxieties and the stressful start to the week... Here's my experience giving alcohol a break. Instagram

[Re-release: 2022] We chat about quitting diets for good, improving our relationship with food, and the personal physical and mental transformations that we have both experienced from our twenties to our late thirties. fitmom offers High-Performance Health Coaching for Corporate Moms and Female Entrepreneurs ready to burn fat, build strength, and reclaim their energy, so they can lead powerfully at work and show up fully at home. Instagram · Facebook

[Re-release: 2023] In this episode, Marisa spoke to fertility and prenatal Registered Dietitian Sonia Malczyk about what women actually need nutritionally during pregnancy. They break down supplements, essentials vs. “nice-to-haves,” and how to eat in a way that supports both mom and baby. A clear, practical conversation every expecting mom should hear. Facebook · Instagram