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!
Episodes
108 episodes
107. Why Mountain Ultra Runners Carry More Muscle (and What That Means for Your Training)
Road marathons create lean, wiry bodies. Mountain ultras? Think sturdy, muscular, and resilient. In this episode, I unpack why trail and mountain ultra runners often carry more muscle than road marathoners—and how you can use those principles (...
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Episode 107
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13:26
106. The Nine Hallmark Signs of Aging and How to Slow Them Down
In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, health coach and mom of seven, breaks down the 9 biological processes that cause our bodies to age faster internally. She also shares how lifestyle choices, such as nutrition, exercise, and stress...
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Episode 106
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16:38
105. Park Etiquette, Cell Phones for Kids, and Other Parenting Thoughts
This week, Tiffany Wickes, mother of 7, shares with us do's and don'ts of helping other children at the park, the latest on homeschooling, as well as how she manages the controversial topic of cell phones with her kids. She al...
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Episode 105
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23:00
104. Cortisol & Belly Fat: How the Stress Hormone Could Be Sabotaging Your Sleep, Mood, and Weight Loss
Are you constantly tired, holding onto stubborn belly fat, craving sugar and salt, or feeling wired but exhausted? You might be dealing with cortisol imbalance—and it could be wrecking your energy, sleep, mood, and weight loss goals.In t...
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Episode 104
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16:20
103. Macro Tracking for Every Workout: How to Pair Your Nutrition with Your Training for Better Results
If you’ve ever felt drained halfway through a workout, struggled to recover, or wondered why you’re not seeing results even though you’re tracking your macros, this episode is for you.I’m breaking down the exact strategy I use t...
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Episode 103
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14:39
102. Water Retention 101: 10 Ways to Beat Bloat and Feel Better Fast
Ever look in the mirror after a trip or a salty meal and think, “Why do I look so puffy?” You’re not alone—and it’s not always fat. It might just be water weight.In today’s episode, Tiffany Wickes, certified nutrition and fitness coach (...
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Episode 102
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16:22
101. What Women Really Want to Know About Fat Loss
Ladies, it’s time to clear up the confusion around fat loss—and get real about what actually works for women.In this solo episode, Tiffany Wickes, certified nutrition and fitness coach and mom of 7, breaks down the most searched question...
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Episode 101
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16:59
100. My Morning Supplement Stack: What I Take and Why It Works
Ever wondered what a nutrition coach actually takes every morning? In this episode, Tiffany Wickes walks you through her exact morning supplement routine — what she uses, why she uses it, and how it supports everything from her gut hea...
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Episode 100
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14:33
99. Exploring The World of Pelvic Health with Dr. Melissa Stendahl
Join Tiffany Wickes for an enlightening conversation with Physical Therapist, Dr. Melissa Stendahl, a specialist in pelvic health. Tiffany and Melissa dive into the often unspoken topics of pelvic health, including common issues like sacroiliac...
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Episode 99
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1:01:56
98. Why Rebounding Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Fitness Routine
In this episode of Strong Like a Mother, Tiffany Wickes introduces a fun, low-impact, and surprisingly powerful fitness habit: rebounding. Also known as mini trampoline workouts, rebounding supports your lymphatic system, boosts ...
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Episode 98
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11:50
97. Unlocking Brain Power with Creatine
In this episode, Tiffany Wickes explores the benefits of creatine beyond muscle building, particularly its impact on brain health and cognitive performance for women over 35. She discusses the science behind creatine, its safety, and who might ...
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Episode 97
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9:41
96. Potty Training, Vaginal Microbiome Testing and More Life Updates
In this episode, Tiffany takes us along on her daily walk and discusses her recent trip to Arches National Park. She also shares other life updates like potty training her youngest child, her vaginal microbiome results, and whether or not she i...
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Episode 96
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22:08
95. The Truth About Postnatal Depletion Syndrome with Eric Scott from Postpartum Care USA
In this episode of the Strong Like a Mother podcast, Tiffany Wickes interviews Eric Scott, co-founder of Postpartum Care USA, to discuss the critical need for improved postpartum care in America. Eric shares the story behind the founding of the...
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Episode 95
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29:40
94. Q&A with Deena Thompson, Certified Nutrition Specialist
In this episode, Tiffany sits down with Deena Thompson, Certified Nutrition Specialist, to discuss her health journey and how she became interested in nutrition. They discuss how Deena's autoimmune disorder led her down a path of ro...
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Season 1
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Episode 94
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48:07
93. The Seven Pillars of Wellness
In this episode, Tiffany discusses Deepak Chopra's Seven Pillars of Wellness, also known as the Seven Spiritual Laws of Success. She details how creating a more balanced and fulfilling life by integrating physical, mental, and spiritual well-be...
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Episode 93
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24:20
92. Intro to Macro Tracking (Rerun)
In this episode, Tiffany reshares one of her most popular episodes to date: macro tracking. Tiffany dives into the love-hate relationship many fitness enthusiasts have with macro tracking. Whether you're new to tracking macronutrien...
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Episode 92
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15:27
91. How I Spent Mother's Day and Other Life Updates
In this episode, Tiffany takes us on her daily walk and discusses how her children spoiled her on Mother's Day. She also shares some homeschool updates, new projects she is working on, and how she likes her new sauna. Find more info...
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Episode 91
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23:42
90. Inside My Gut Health Journey: What Microbiome Testing Revealed About My Body
In today’s episode, I’m walking you through my gut microbiome test results—and let me tell you, the findings were eye-opening. While my overall gut health score was solid, my bacterial balance and diversity had some major gaps that explained
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Episode 90
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27:28
89. What My Genetic Testing Revealed About My Health, Nutrition, and Fitness Journey
Today, I’m sharing something incredibly personal: my genetic testing results and how they've completely changed the way I approach my health, fitness, and nutrition.In this episode, I dive into what my DNA says about my metabolism, blood...
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Episode 89
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34:25
88. Meal Prepping for the Moms Who Don't Want to Meal Prep
In this conversation, Tiffany Wickes shares her journey with meal planning, particularly for busy moms who may not enjoy the process. She discusses her evolution from a primal diet to incorporating more variety and whole grains into her family'...
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Season 1
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Episode 88
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19:29
87. NAD+ for a Sharper Mind and Anti-Aging Benefits
In this episode, Tiffany Wickes shares her personal health journey, detailing her experiences with abnormal cervical cells, insulin resistance, and thyroid antibodies. She discusses her attempts with the keto diet, the challenges she faced, and...
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Episode 87
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11:50
86. Starting a Fitness Routine from Scratch
In this episode, Tiffany discusses how she would start a fitness routine without having a formal fitness plan or a coach available. She also discusses how she would prioritize whole foods for herself and her family even while on the go.
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Episode 86
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14:33
85. Updated Morning Routine to Prioritize Fitness
In this episode, Tiffany shares her updated morning routine that allows her to prioritize her fitness and nutrition goals. She also discusses a few strategies that help her stay consistent even when life gets in the way.
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Episode 85
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15:37
84. Why Muscle Building Is The Key To Fat Loss
In this conversation, Tiffany Wickes discusses the critical role of muscle building in fat loss, debunking common myths, especially regarding women and strength training. She emphasizes the importance of strength training over cardio for sustai...
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Episode 84
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9:26
83. Why Progressive Overload Is Critical for Muscle Growth
In this conversation, Tiffany Wickes discusses the importance of progressive overload in a fitness routine. She details how progressive overload promotes continuous muscle growth and its various benefits. Tiffany also discusses vari...
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Episode 83
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12:09