Strong Like a Mother
Welcome to Strong Like a Mother—the podcast for moms who refuse to settle and are ready to prioritize their health, build strength, and thrive in the beautiful chaos of motherhood. I’m Tiffany Wickes, your host, fitness coach, and mom to seven wild and wonderful kids. Each episode, we’ll dive into practical tips, expert advice, and real talk about balancing fitness, family, and fun. Together, we’ll crush your goals, grow stronger every day, and prove that motherhood and muscle go hand in hand. Let’s get started!
Strong Like a Mother
65. Why Knowing the Difference Between Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System Matters and Why it Might Be the Key to Fat Loss
Understanding the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems could be the missing link in your fat loss journey. In this episode, Tiffany Wickes breaks down how the sympathetic nervous system responds to stress by increasing heart rate, releasing adrenaline, and pulling glycogen from cells—vital in emergencies but potentially harmful if constantly activated.
On the other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system helps the body rest and digest, slowing the heart rate and conserving energy for optimal functioning. Tiffany explains why chronic stress can hinder fat loss and how improving sleep hygiene can help shift your body into a more balanced state.
Everyone’s metabolic needs are different, and knowing how to support your nervous system can make a significant difference in your health and fitness goals.
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