For the driven woman who is excelling in her career, showing up for everyone around her, and quietly letting her own health slide. The FM Coaching Podcast, hosted by coaches Marisa Tallie and Ash Iovino, covers the real stuff: hormones, nutrition, strength, habits, and the honest conversations about what it actually takes to thrive across every area of your life, not just one of them.
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Marisa works through the monthly client questions and what comes up isn't just fitness questions. It's women trying to figure out who they are in their 40s, battling comfort eating and the rusk jar on the counter, navigating a relationship with alcohol that doesn't serve them anymore, and lying in bed doom scrolling when they should be sleeping. She covers the Pinterest exercise she uses with…
This episode is a therapy debrief. I had a session recently that I needed to process out loud, and I think a lot of what came up is going to land for high-achieving women who are wired to chase, fill, and do. I've been in a limbo period. Big changes, a new baby coming, and a version of myself that keeps running from the empty space instead of sitting in it. My therapist reminded me that the empty…
In this recording of our monthly client coaching clinic, we tackle the most-asked questions from our fm community: why more core workouts won't flatten your stomach, why perimenopause belly fat is real but not the whole story, and why what you eat will always outwork how hard you train. Practical, no-fluff, and grounded in what actually gets results. Facebook Instagram
You will always have to get back on the horse. That part we need to make peace with. What's optional is how long you stay off it and your attitude. In this episode, Marisa shares an honest look at the past 10 months, including a miscarriage, hormone chaos, weight gain, and a diet that looked nothing like what she teaches, and explains why none of that is what keeps women stuck. She shares the…
Sugar cravings aren't a willpower problem. They're a biology problem, and food manufacturers have spent years making sure you stay hooked. In this coaching clinic, Marisa walks through the four-step protocol she uses with clients (and herself) to reset sugar cravings, retrain taste buds, and break the spike-crash-crave cycle without eliminating pleasure from your life entirely. What's covered: How…
This episode has no agenda. Ash and Marisa get into the conversations most wellness brands won't touch, including drugs, plastic surgery, body image, and what it actually took to stop punishing themselves with food and exercise. Honest, unfiltered, and probably the most real one yet. Facebook Instagram
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…
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…
[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…
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…
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…
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…
[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…
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…
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…
[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
[re-release: 2023] In this episode, Marisa and Ash dive into prenatal strength training - what’s safe, what’s beneficial, and what every mom-to-be should know. They unpack common fears, outdated myths, and the science behind lifting during pregnancy, plus how to modify your workouts as your body changes. A must-listen for women who want to feel strong, confident, and supported through every…
[Re-release: 2023] In this episode, Marisa spoke to counsellor Sharmon Reddington about what it really means to emotionally prepare for birth. They dive into fear, expectations, identity shifts, and the pressure many women silently carry as the due date gets closer. A grounding conversation for any mom wanting to feel more confident, connected, and mentally ready for birth. Facebook Instagram
[Re-released: 2023] In this episode, Marisa sits down with counsellor Sharmon Reddington from Mumwell to talk about the side of pregnancy we don’t see enough of: prenatal mental health. From anxiety and identity shifts to the pressure high-performing women put on themselves, we unpack what’s normal, what’s not, and how to navigate this season with more compassion and support. If you’re expecting,…
A 4-minute guided breathwork meditation led by Marisa Tallie, to help calm your nervous system, ease anxiety, and restore clear focus. Facebook Instagram
[Re-release: 2022] We chat more about how protein can transform your body and build strength in ways that you may never have known possible. We also share our personal wellness journeys and how forming small consistent habits can help you achieve your goals. fitmom offers High-Performance Health Coaching for Corporate Moms and Female Entrepreneurs ready to burn fat, build strength, and reclaim…
