Send us a text In this episode, Mel shares the real story behind her 12-week diet: why she started after two years of building/maintenance, the 2.5–3 week stretch where the scale didn’t budge (and she canceled her photoshoot), how Mirena + hormones likely drove water retention, and why “data over drama” is the mindset that got her to ~1 lb/week fat loss without losing her mind—or my treats. Why this cut, why now: After two years alternating building (≈2,400 kcal) and maintenance (≈2,200 kcal)...
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Send us a text In this episode, Mel shares the real story behind her 12-week diet: why she started after two years of building/maintenance, the 2.5–3 week stretch where the scale didn’t budge (and she canceled her photoshoot), how Mirena + hormones likely drove water retention, and why “data over drama” is the mindset that got her to ~1 lb/week fat loss without losing her mind—or my treats. Why this cut, why now: After two years alternating building (≈2,400 kcal) and maintenance (≈2,200 kcal)...
Episode 11 -Weighted Vests: Fitness Hack or Hot Air?
Fierce Mama Fitcast
14 minutes
1 month ago
Episode 11 -Weighted Vests: Fitness Hack or Hot Air?
Send us a text Weighted vests are trending in the fitness world, with influencers claiming they improve bone density, help with postmenopause bone health, and even replace resistance training. But what does the research actually say? In this episode of the Fierce Mama Fitcast, I break down the latest weighted vest studies, explain what benefits they really offer, and why they’re not the magic solution for osteoporosis prevention or women’s health after 40. Spoiler: if carrying toddlers counte...
Fierce Mama Fitcast
Send us a text In this episode, Mel shares the real story behind her 12-week diet: why she started after two years of building/maintenance, the 2.5–3 week stretch where the scale didn’t budge (and she canceled her photoshoot), how Mirena + hormones likely drove water retention, and why “data over drama” is the mindset that got her to ~1 lb/week fat loss without losing her mind—or my treats. Why this cut, why now: After two years alternating building (≈2,400 kcal) and maintenance (≈2,200 kcal)...
