Fierce Mama Fitcast

Melanie Duettchen

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.

  1. Episode 31 - High Protein Breakfast for Fat Loss (Especially After 35)

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    Episode 31 - High Protein Breakfast for Fat Loss (Especially After 35)

    Send a text If you’re eating “healthy” but not losing weight, this episode is for you. Most women over 35 think they’re getting enough protein — especially if breakfast includes eggs, avocado toast, or a smoothie. But when it comes to fat loss, muscle preservation, metabolism, and hormone changes in perimenopause, that breakfast may not be doing what you think it is. In this episode, I break down: • How much protein women actually need for fat loss  • Why 2 eggs is not a high-protein breakfast  • The science of muscle protein synthesis after 35  • How low-protein mornings lead to cravings and energy crashes  • Why fat loss feels harder in perimenopause  • Simple high-protein breakfast ideas that actually support metabolism If weight loss feels slower, more emotional, or unpredictable lately, it’s not because you lack discipline — it may be because your body needs more support. This episode will help you understand the role of protein in fat loss for women over 35 — and how to make small changes that create sustainable results. 💬 Let’s connect! Come hang out with me on Instagram @fiercemamacollective Tag me, DM me, or share what hit home for you — I love hearing from you. If this episode helped you: Follow the show so you don’t miss an episode Share it with a fellow mama who needs to hear it Leave a review — it helps more moms find us and join the Fierce Mama Collective!

    17 min

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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.