In this episode, Tiffany tackles a hard but empowering truth: most chronic health conditions don’t appear out of nowhere. While genetics and unavoidable circumstances absolutely play a role, many of the symptoms women are struggling with today are also the accumulated result of repeated daily habits — how we eat, how little we move, how chronically stressed and overstimulated we’ve become, how poorly we sleep, and how often convenience wins over long-term health.

This conversation is not about blame or shame. Tiffany makes it clear that modern life is demanding, motherhood is exhausting, and many women are simply doing the best they can with the information and capacity they have. But she also challenges the mindset that declining health is just “bad luck” or an inevitable part of aging. The goal of this episode is to help listeners reclaim agency and recognize that small daily decisions compound over time — in both directions.

She discusses the ways convenience culture has normalized ultra-processed food, sedentary living, chronic stress, poor recovery, and nervous system overload, while also encouraging women not to swing into fear or perfectionism. Instead, she invites listeners to focus on foundational habits that support long-term vitality, energy, resilience, and metabolic health.

If you’ve been feeling discouraged, disconnected from your body, or stuck in the cycle of reacting to symptoms instead of addressing the roots, this episode offers a grounded perspective: your body is constantly responding to the environment and habits you create around it — and that means you have more influence than you think.

Key Takeaways (4)

• Chronic illness is often cumulative, not random. Daily habits around food, movement, stress, and sleep add up over time.
• Convenience has a cost. Modern lifestyles frequently prioritize speed and comfort at the expense of long-term health and recovery.
• This is about agency, not shame. Tiffany emphasizes that understanding the impact of habits should feel empowering, not condemning.
• Small changes matter. Consistent foundational habits can dramatically influence energy, metabolism, inflammation, and overall wellness over time.

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In this episode, Tiffany shifts the conversation from macros and workouts to something just as important — your relationship. Specifically, how the way you take care of yourself directly impacts the connection, energy, and intimacy you bring into your marriage.

Because let’s be honest… when you’re exhausted, overstimulated, undernourished, and running on empty, your relationship is usually the first place it shows up. Not because you don’t care, but because there’s simply nothing left to give. Tiffany unpacks why “keeping the spark alive” isn’t about doing more for your partner — it’s about building a life that actually supports your energy, mood, and capacity.

She walks through simple, foundational habits that often get overlooked but make a massive difference over time. Think: how you sleep, how you fuel your body, how you move, and how you protect your time and energy. This isn’t about perfection or rigid routines — it’s about creating a baseline where you feel good enough to show up as a present, connected partner.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected, touched-out, or just not like yourself lately, this episode is your reminder that the “spice” in your relationship doesn’t come from a quick fix. It comes from consistently taking care of the woman at the center of it all.

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While some people may think we are crazy to take 7 kids from Utah to New Zealand, this was a bucket list trip for us that we have been saving for for a long timem and guess what?! We had a great time!

Listen to hear my travel hacks, the activities and excursions we did in New Zealand, and how we stayed on track from a health perspective. We got a ton of hiking and other forms of exercise in, so you know that wasn't a problem for us!

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In this episode, we are revisiting an old favorite: a Harvard-backed breakdown of 15 “micro habits” that quietly sabotage your health without you even realizing it. These aren’t big, dramatic mistakes. They’re the tiny patterns that seem harmless in the moment, but stack up over time — and can impact your stress levels, hormones, digestion, energy, sleep, mood, and even weight loss.

If you’ve been saying things like “I’m tired all the time,” “my brain feels foggy,” “I’m doing the right things but still not getting results,” or “I just want to feel better in the new year,” this episode is for you.

Tiffany walks through each habit with real-life examples (yes, including life with seven kids, homeschooling, noise, mess, and mental load), and she shares practical ways to start shifting these patterns without trying to overhaul your whole life overnight. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s awareness, small adjustments, and consistency.

You’ll hear why starting your day on your phone can trigger a stress response that lasts most of the day, why rushing through meals can disrupt digestion and contribute to inflammation, and why seemingly “healthy” habits like constant snacking or working through lunch can backfire. Tiffany also talks about hydration timing, micro stressors like clutter and notifications, breathing patterns that keep your nervous system stuck in survival mode, and why ending the day with Netflix, TikTok, or scrolling can quietly wreck your sleep quality.

The best part? Tiffany doesn’t just list the habits — she tells you how to start fixing them in a realistic way. Her suggestion: pick just two habits per week to work on. Over time, those small corrections can add up to major improvements in how you feel, how you function, and how your body responds.

If you’ve been craving a reset but don’t know where to start, this episode gives you a clear inventory and a doable path forward.

Links mentioned:

• The Pause Life by Dr. Mary Claire Haver
• Strong Like a Mother episode on lessening the mental load

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In this myth-busting episode, Tiffany Wickes tackles one of the most misunderstood foods in the fitness world: beans. While diet culture has long labeled legumes as “too high in carbs,” Tiffany breaks down the science-backed truth about why beans may actually be one of the most powerful tools for fat loss, hormone balance, and long-term health—especially for women in midlife.

Drawing on research from longevity hotspots like the Blue Zones, she explains how high-fiber diets rich in legumes support better blood sugar control, improved insulin sensitivity, and reduced cravings. You’ll learn how fiber acts as a metabolic regulator, why most women are severely under-consuming it, and how this one shift can impact everything from gut health to estrogen balance.

Tiffany also addresses common concerns like bloating, carbs, and protein intake, offering a realistic, step-by-step approach to adding beans into your diet without discomfort. If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of restriction, cravings, and frustration, this episode offers a simple but powerful solution: stop cutting foods out—and start adding the right ones in.

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In this deeply personal and data-driven episode, Tiffany pulls back the curtain on her latest blood work results after months of navigating insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction. From experimenting with keto to transitioning into a low-fat, plant-based approach inspired by Mastering Diabetes, Tiffany shares exactly what’s changed—and what hasn’t.

She breaks down key markers like A1C, fasting glucose, and fasting insulin in a way that actually makes sense, revealing why some “improvements” can be misleading if you’re not looking at the full picture. More importantly, she highlights a major win: improved insulin sensitivity that’s finally allowing her body to burn fat and build muscle again.

This episode goes beyond numbers, diving into the realities of perimenopause, hormone shifts, supplement strategies, and why she’s cautious about medications like Metformin while exploring alternatives—including the potential role of GLP-1 therapies.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but your body isn’t responding, this episode offers both clarity and hope—proving that with the right data, strategy, and persistence, real progress is possible.

Episodes mentioned:

• Episode 129 - Plant-Based Diet
• Episode 119 - Why I Went Low-Fat Plant-Based for Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause

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In this episode of Strong Like a Mother, Tiffany speaks directly to the woman who feels like she’s doing everything “right”—eating clean, working out consistently, and still not seeing her body change. Instead of blaming age, hormones, or metabolism, she unpacks the real reason so many women feel stuck: they’ve been following advice that sounds right… but isn’t actually effective.

Tiffany breaks down the four hidden fat loss blockers that could be holding you back, including under-fueling, lack of progressive overload, chronic stress (from both life and workouts), and inconsistent habits that undo progress over the weekend. She explains how these patterns impact your metabolism, energy, and ability to lose fat—and why more effort isn’t the answer.

You’ll also learn what actually works: structured strength training, proper nutrition (especially adequate protein and calories), strategic cardio, and consistent movement throughout the week—even on rest days. Tiffany brings it all together with a powerful personal story and reminder that sustainable results don’t come from hustle and burnout, but from structure, intention, and learning when to slow down.

If you’ve been spinning your wheels and wondering why nothing is changing, this episode will help you finally connect the dots—and give you a clear path forward.

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In this episode of Strong Like a Mother, Tiffany breaks down one of the most overlooked—but essential—pieces of an effective fitness routine: periodization. While it might sound like something reserved for athletes, Tiffany explains how this simple concept of strategically cycling your workouts is often the missing link for women who feel stuck, inflamed, exhausted, or frustrated by a lack of progress.

She unpacks why doing the same workouts on repeat—or constantly pushing your body without a plan—can actually stall results, elevate stress, and lead to burnout. From chronic cardio and random training to the “always go hard” mindset, Tiffany highlights the common patterns keeping women from building muscle, losing fat, and feeling energized.

You’ll learn how periodization works in a practical, approachable way, including the three key phases—foundation, strength, and recovery—and why each one plays a critical role in helping your body adapt and change. Tiffany also connects the dots between training, cortisol, recovery, and nutrition, emphasizing that real progress comes from pairing intentional stress with proper fueling and rest.

If you’ve been blaming your hormones, metabolism, or age for feeling stuck, this episode offers a refreshing perspective—and a simple framework you can start using right away. It’s not about doing more; it’s about doing the right things at the right time so your body can finally respond.

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