The Elise Tzurkov Podcast

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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

  1. 1d ago

    The Biggest LIE Women Tell Themselves: I Can’t Afford it

    In this eye-opening episode, I dive into the hidden struggles women face during perimenopause and menopause. Many women spend money on quick fixes and temporary solutions, but this episode reveals why investing in long-term health is the real game-changer. With family histories of type two diabetes and cardiovascular diseases looming, it's time to break the cycle. Discover how a dedicated approach can transform your life, empowering you to look and feel your best. Often, the excuse of "I can't afford it" is more about time than money, and when it is about money, there's always a solution. Are you ready to invest in a future where you thrive? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/

    17 min

  2. 3d ago

    Nervous system & Mindset with Grant Dziak

    Most women in midlife believe they have to suffer throughdiscomfort and stress alone — but what if the key to profound transformation isn’t adding more? It’s about pattern interrupts, physiological rewiring, and shifting your entire outlook by mastering your nervous system. Grant Dziak, a former college football player turned biohacker and nervous system expert,reveals how intentional discomfort like cold plunges can unlock emotional release, mental clarity, and resilience you never thought possible. In this eye-opening conversation, Grant shares how ice bathsbecame his tool for biological and emotional mastery.  You’ll discover the surprising link between cold plunges and emotional healing, how pattern interrupts create space forprofound change, and why your nervous system holds the secret to everything from hormone regulation to relationship fulfillment. He uncovers why most chaos is rooted in unregulated nervous responses and how to reprogram your internal software for peace, power, and purpose. Grant shares why self-responsibility is empowering, notshameful, and how embodying both masculine courage and feminine receptivity creates a balanced, unstoppable you.   This isn’t just about ice baths — it’s a masterclass inresilience, sovereignty, and stepping into your highest self. Perfect for women in midlife feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted — or anyone hungry for new levels of energy and confidence. If you’re ready to challenge your beliefs, harness discomfort, and get out of survival mode — this episode will shift your perspective on what’s possible.   Could the breakthrough you're looking for be waiting on theother side of discomfort? Connect with Grant on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/grantdziak/⁠Join my free Facebook Group: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/⁠ Learn about our customized coaching program: ⁠https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246⁠ FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en⁠ Stay connected with me on via email: ⁠https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter⁠ Join my free Facebook Group: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/

    1h 21m

  3. May 28

    THYROID: What you NEED to know

    Struggling with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, or feeling “off” in perimenopause or menopause? Your thyroid could be playing a bigger role than you think. In this episode, I break down thyroid health in a simple, actionable way — from T3 and T4 hormones to Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism. Learn how stress, nutrition,exercise, and hormone shifts impact your metabolism, mood, and energy, and why proper testing matters more than ever in midlife. If you’ve been told your labs are “normal” but you still don’t feel like yourself, this episode is for you. Could your thyroid be the missing piece? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/

    20 min

  4. May 26

    Sexual Health in Midlife

    Most women think losing their libido in perimenopause andmenopause is “just part of aging” — but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I break down how hormonal shifts, stress, blood sugar, gut health, and lifestyle habits impact your sex drive, confidence, and connection to your body. Learn the real reasons desire changes in midlife, what most doctors miss, and the strategies that can help you feel vibrant, energized, and sexy again. Because your sexual prime may not be behind you after all. Are you ready to reclaim it? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/ Fullscript: https://ca.fullscript.com/welcome/elise/store-start

    26 min

  5. May 21

    The DOPAMINE DROP: Why You've Lost Your Spark

    Feeling flat, unmotivated, or unlike yourself lately? Inperimenopause and menopause, declining estrogen can directly impact dopamine — the neurotransmitter responsible for motivation, excitement, focus, and joy. In this episode, I break down the powerful connection between hormones, dopamine, mood, and energy, while sharing practical strategies to support your body through midlife changes. From protein intake and strength training to blood sugar balance, gut health, sleep, and hormone support, this conversation will help you understand why you feel different — and what you can do about it. Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/What the GUT is happening Spotify Episode: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/UZfHzwSP7Yb   What the GUT is happening? Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-the-gut-is-happening-gut-health-in-perimenopause/id1778056130?i=1000717652988   What the GUT is happening YouTube: https://youtu.be/WqoPSbIk0jw

    15 min

  6. May 19

    7 Ways You're Exhausted

    Feeling exhausted? In perimenopause and menopause, fatigueisn’t just about rest — it can be hormonal, metabolic, mental, emotional, or systemic. In this episode, I break down the hidden layers of exhaustion women face, from hormone shifts and yo-yo dieting to decision fatigue and burnout. Learn how to identify your specific type of fatigue, why your body feels depleted, and what it actually takes to restore your energy and thrive again.If you’ve been blaming yourself for feeling tired, overwhelmed, unmotivated, or “off,” this episode will help you finally understand why. Which type of exhaustion are you struggling with most right now? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/

    11 min

  7. May 14

    The BIG 4 for FAT LOSS - Part 2 to The Big 4 for Hormone Restoration

    Most women in perimenopause and menopause are chasingsupplements, detoxes, and quick fixes while ignoring the real foundations of hormone health and weight loss. In this episode, I break down the four pillars that truly transform your body: nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management. Learn why cooking more at home, strength training, improving sleep, andregulating stress can dramatically improve hormones, energy, mood, and body composition. Forget the overwhelm—lasting change comes from simple habits done consistently. If you’re tired of feeling bloated, exhausted, and stuck, this episode is your blueprint to reclaim your health from the inside out. Ready to finally work with your hormones instead of against them? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/ Supportive Episodes:   Redefining Restriction Spotify Episode: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/u89eNjFTdXb   Redefining Restriction Apple Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-restriction/id1778056130?i=1000700746176   Redefining Restriction YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/LlcJm57GTvE?si=O-_7gBe4HtG36kZa

    17 min

  8. May 12

    The BIG 4 of HORMONE RESTORATION

    Most women in perimenopause and menopause are unknowingly making their hormones worse by chasing weight loss before fixing the foundation. In this powerful episode, I break down why gut health, liver function, blood sugar, and cortisol all matter more than another restrictive diet. Learn how perimenopause and menopause change the way your body responds to stress, food, and fat loss — and why supporting your hormones the right way can finally help you regain energy, confidence, and control. If you’re tired of bloating, brain fog, stubborn weight, and feeling disconnected from your body,this episode is for you. Are you ready to stop fighting your hormones and start working with them? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246 FREEBIES available on my website: https://www.functionallyfitwithelise.com/ Stay connected with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionallyfitwithelise/?hl=en Stay connected with me on via email: https://functionallyfitwithelise.kit.com/functionally-fit-newsletter Join my free Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/383975962844507/  My Secret Detox Combo: Castor Oil & Dry Brushing SpotifyPodcast: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/sNuRlDp732b       Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-secret-detox-combo-castor-oil-dry-brushing/id1778056130?i=1000746193006       YouTube Episode:https://youtu.be/VjED07x8pxQ?si=H9BsuRYDx6iv8iCk

    19 min
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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

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