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Strong Like a Mother

Tiffany Wickes

123 episodes

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In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the real-life experiences behind Faster Way to Fat Loss with two dynamic women who found transformation through the program — and then took their passion even further. First, we hear from Kimberly McDonough of kimberlyannco.com, whose personal success with Faster Way didn’t just change her health — it ignited a calling. After experiencing profound results, Kimberly became a certified Faster Way coach, guiding others, especially menopausal women, th...

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Health & Fitness,

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In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the real-life experiences behind Faster Way to Fat Loss with two dynamic women who found transformation through the program — and then took their passion even further. First, we hear from Kimberly McDonough of kimberlyannco.com, whose personal success with Faster Way didn’t just change her health — it ignited a calling. After experiencing profound results, Kimberly became a certified Faster Way coach, guiding others, especially menopausal women, th...

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Episodes (20/123)

Strong Like a Mother

123. You Don’t Need a New Body—You Need Support

As the new year begins, Tiffany Wickes challenges the exhausting “new year, new body” narrative that so many women—especially moms—feel pressured to buy into every January. In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode, she makes a powerful case for why your body isn’t the problem… a lack of support is. Drawing from her own recent experience, Tiffany shares how shifting from self-criticism to compassion—and surrounding herself with the right physical, emotional, and practical support—changed eve...

2 days ago

29 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

122. Faster Way Method Testimonials

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the real-life experiences behind Faster Way to Fat Loss with two dynamic women who found transformation through the program — and then took their passion even further. First, we hear from Kimberly McDonough of kimberlyannco.com, whose personal success with Faster Way didn’t just change her health — it ignited a calling. After experiencing profound results, Kimberly became a certified Faster Way coach, guiding others, especially menopausal women, th...

1 week ago

34 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

121. How to Choose A Fitness Program Amid the Noise

In this candid, end-of-year episode, Tiffany Wickes cuts through the noise of New Year fitness marketing and offers a grounded, no-nonsense guide for choosing a health and fitness program that actually supports long-term wellbeing—not quick fixes. As the fitness industry ramps up its promises of rapid fat loss, Tiffany challenges listeners to shift their focus from speed and aesthetics to sustainable health, strength, and function. She breaks down the non-negotiables of effective programming,...

2 weeks ago

21 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

120. Why Muscle is Better than "Skinny"

Strength training is often marketed as a way to look better—but what if its greatest value has nothing to do with appearance at all? On this podcast, Tiffany shifts the conversation away from chasing a certain body type and toward building a body that actually works. She explores how strength training supports functional health: protecting your joints, improving bone density, boosting metabolism, enhancing balance, and helping you move confidently through everyday life. Because being “skinny”...

3 weeks ago

15 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

119. Why I Went Low-Fat Plant Based for Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause

In this episode, Tiffany Wickes discusses her personal journey with dietary changes during perimenopause, focusing on insulin resistance and the impact of various diets. She shares her experiences with different dietary approaches, including the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting, and introduces the Mastering Diabetes approach, which emphasizes high carbohydrate intake from plant-based sources. Tiffany highlights the importance of carbohydrates and micronutrients in health and wellness, ...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

118. How to Get Fit in Your 40's

What really works for women in their 40s when it comes to fitness, nutrition, and feeling strong in their bodies? In this episode, Tiffany Wickes breaks down the science-backed strategies that matter most during this transformative decade. From understanding the scale beyond the number and focusing on true body composition, to getting key body metrics measured—like body fat, muscle mass, and even your VO₂ max— Tiffany wants you to work smarter, not harder. She dives into why strength training...

1 month ago

17 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

117. Staying On Track During the Holidays

The holidays are filled with joy, tradition, and connection, but they can also bring stress, disrupted routines, and a whole lot of comfort-food temptation. In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, fitness coach and busy mom of 7, breaks down simple, realistic strategies to help you stay grounded and feel your best—without giving up the celebrations you love. We’ll talk about how to avoid holiday stress, build healthier coping habits, and recognize when comfort eating starts creeping in. You’ll le...

1 month ago

31 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

116. Q&A with John 'Freeborn' Welch, Fitness and Holistic Coach

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes sits down with John 'Freeborn' Welch, a corrective exercise and holistic lifestyle coach. They discuss how being born with clubfeet and being addicted to painkillers in his early 20's helped inspire his career today. The interview also discusses John's fitness and holistic healing practice, Freeborn Fitness, and the different modalities he uses to help people heal from lifelong pain. John's practice can be found here, https://freeborn.fitness/&n...

1 month ago

1 hour 14 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

115. The Mental Load and Tips for Feeling Less Overwhelmed

As women, we often become the invisible organizers of everyone else’s lives — managing households, careers, relationships, and emotions — all while trying to find space for ourselves. This invisible labor, known as the mental load, can feel relentless. But after 40, that load often gets even heavier. Midlife brings new challenges: aging parents who need more care, growing children who need less but different kinds of support, shifting hormones, and careers that demand balance and reinvention....

2 months ago

13 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

114. The Importance of Digestive Enzymes

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, health coach and busy mom of 7, breaks down the importance of digestive enzymes. She details why this supplement is especially essential for women aged 40 and older. Tiffany shares how stress and the natural aging process can affect how we process food and even nutrient absorption. She also shares her favorite recommendations for digestive enzymes and when to take them. My favorite enzymes: https://bioptimizers.com/shop/products/masszymes Than...

2 months ago

11 minutes

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113. How to Prioritize Fitness and Nutrition With a Full House

Balancing motherhood, business, and personal wellness isn’t easy—but it’s possible. In this episode, Tiffany shares real-life strategies for prioritizing fitness and nutrition when you’ve got a busy household, a demanding schedule, and zero quiet time. Episode Overview If you’ve ever felt like there’s simply no time to work out or cook healthy meals between homeschooling, household chaos, and work, this episode will help you shift your mindset. Tiffany—mom of seven and multi-business owner—br...

2 months ago

10 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

112. Five Truths About Fat Loss I’d Tell You if I Wasn’t Afraid to Hurt Your Feelings

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, fitness coach and busy mom of seven, shares the five truths about fat loss she would share with us if she weren’t afraid to hurt our feelings. From what it really takes to lose fat, to proper nutrition, Tiffany calls out the biggest mistakes she sees women making. She talks about what it takes to truly stay consistent and why most of us are not tracking our food and movement accurately. FASTer Way Coaching Method Thank you for supporting my smal...

2 months ago

9 minutes

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111. Top Ten Questions from My Fitness Community

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, fitness coach and busy mom of seven, shares the top ten most asked questions she receives from her fitness and nutrition community. From prioritizing time to work out as moms, to counting macros, Tiffany shares her best advice for achieving our fitness goals. She also answers questions about how frequently one needs to work out and what type of training is best for fat loss. Listen today to hear all her fitness tips and tricks! Thank you for s...

3 months ago

17 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

110. Exercising vs Training - What's the difference and could this be your missing link?

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, health coach and busy Mom of 7, breaks down the difference between exercising and training. She explains how exercising might be the reason you are not seeing consistent results. Tiffany shares how training helps you reach a goal through consistency and a thorough plan, even as a Mom on the go. Thank you for supporting my small business. Here are some brands I trust and use myself with a discount for you: Equip Protein - 15% off with code WICKE...

3 months ago

11 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

109. Why You Need to Incorporate a Foam Roller Into Your Recovery

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes, mom of 7 and fitness coach, discusses how she recently incorporated a foam roller into her recovery routine. She shares her journey to foam rolling and how she discovered this was the missing link in her recovery. Tiffany also shares her exact rolling method and gives us tips to incorporate this recovery tool into our own routines. Ben Light; https://www.adventureyourpotential.com/ Products mentioned: Foam Roller: https://a.co/d/4h5coI2 Tr...

3 months ago

16 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

108. A Reflection on Faith and Purpose (and How that Ties Into Body Recomposition)

In today's episode, Tiffany Wickes takes a moment to reflect on how the recent tragic events have encouraged her to be more vocal about her values and her faith. She discusses how her strong faith gives her a purpose in sharing her passions for health and wellness. Additionally, she shares an update on her body recomposition progress and the steps she is taking to lose body fat. Hume Health Body Pod Reverse Dieting Webinar Thank you for supporting my small business. Here are some ...

3 months ago

27 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

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 (variety, load, time under tension) to build a stronger, more capable body. I’m also sharing the first look at my own plan to train for a 50-mile mountain ultra, including how strength blocks, recovery, and fueling shift across the season. Key Take...

4 months ago

13 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

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 management, can alter these biological processes to slow down aging and help us optimize our health. Thank you for supporting my small business. Here are some brands I trust and use myself with a discount for you: Equip Protein - 15% off with code W...

4 months ago

16 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

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 also shares potty training updates and her approach to managing expectations for each child. Thank you for supporting my small business. Here are some brands I trust and use myself with a discount for you: Equip Protein - 15% off with code WICKES Masa C...

4 months ago

23 minutes

Strong Like a Mother

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 this episode, Tiffany Wickes—nutrition & fitness coach and mom of 7—breaks down what cortisol is, why so many moms have too much of it for too long, and what you can do to get it back in balance. You’ll learn: What cortisol does in your body (and why you n...

4 months ago

16 minutes