The Elise Tzurkov Podcast

What if putting yourself first means letting your family down? For many women, the fear of letting their family down makes their own health feel like the easiest thing to postpone—until “later” becomes another year of exhaustion, worry, and waiting. In this episode, I make the case that caring for yourself isn’t abandoning your family. It’s making sure you can keep showing up for them without losing yourself in the process. You’ll hear why “my family needs me” can become a reason to ignoreyour own needs, how to start making space for your health without waiting for life to get easier, and why taking one step for yourself can be a gift to the people who love you. If choosing yourself feels selfish—or even frightening—this conversation may help you see it differently. What could change for you and your family if you stopped waiting to put your health first? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246?utm_content=podcast 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 Episode: Important vs Priority: What’s REALLY holding you back with David Priemer YouTube: https://youtu.be/5IpOH8WVgzc Important vs Priority: What’s REALLY holding you back with David Priemer Spotify Episode: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/3F8p7niJbYb Important vs Priority: What’s REALLY holding you back with David Priemer Apple Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/important-vs-priority-are-you-aligned-whats-really/id1778056130?i=1000723859188

When life hits hard, your health habits can either hold youup or fall apart. In this episode, I share the raw story of sending my oldest off to university—and how that emotional transition became a lesson in nervous system regulation, self-care, and consistency. From hours of tears to the realities of perimenopause, I share how staying committed to my routines helped me move through a difficult season without losing myself. I also reflect on letting emotions surface, and why the habits you build before a crisis can carry you through. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep showing up when your heart is inpieces, this episode is a powerful reminder to keep the promises you make to yourself. What helps you stay grounded when life gets lifey? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246?utm_content=podcast 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/

You don’t need another expert, another tip, or another deep dive—you may just need to start. In this episode, I share why so many women in perimenopause and menopause get stuck collecting information instead of taking action, and how a clear strategy can help quiet the noise and make progress feel possible. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, this episode is your nudge to take the next step. What could change if you stopped researching and started today? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246?utm_content=podcast 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/

Can a man understand menopause—or is that the wrong question? In this episode, I unpack a viral debate about who gets to help women through perimenopause and menopause, and what matters most: lived experience, expertise, or the willingness to listen and learn. Beneath the question is a bigger conversation about healthcare double standards, being dismissed, and finding support that truly helps. What matters more to you when choosing someone to support you: shared experience or how well they listen? Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246?utm_content=podcast 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/

Thanksgiving does not have to become the reason you lose momentum. If you are trying to lose weight or maintain it through the holidays, in this episode I break down the exactmindset shift that keeps one celebratory meal from turning into a full reset. This episode is about how to enjoy the food, thefamily, and the fun without waking up feeling miserable, guilty, or off track. I share the rule that changes everything and I walk you through how to approach holiday eating based on where you actually are in your journey. If you have a holiday, birthday, trip, or big family event coming up, this is the reset you need. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause, or anyone who wants to get through the holidays without undoing their progress. Listen now, and head into the season with a plan you can actually stick to. Learn about our customized coaching program: https://ffwehealthcoaching.com/4f-2246?utm_content=podcast 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/