145. Pregnant Again? What My Body Looked Like After a Mountain Marathon

A week and a half after completing my first mountain marathon, I received a surprising comment on social media asking if I was pregnant. While the question made me laugh, it opened the door to an important conversation about recovery, body image, and what actually happens to the body after a major endurance event.In this episode, I break down the physiology behind post-race weight fluctuations, water retention, inflammation, glycogen restoration, and why many women mistakenly assume they've "ruined their progress" after a race, intense training cycle, or other major physical challenge. The reality is that a body recovering well often looks softer, fuller, and puffier than expected—and that's usually a sign that it's doing exactly what it's supposed to do.I also draw parallels between marathon recovery and motherhood, discussing how pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding place enormous demands on the body that deserve the same patience, grace, and respect we give athletic recovery. Too often, women expect themselves to bounce back immediately from significant physical stressors without allowing time for healing.This episode is a reminder that recovery is not failure. Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is trust the process, nourish your body, and allow it to rebuild stronger than before.Key TakeawaysPost-marathon weight gain is often caused by water retention, inflammation, and glycogen restoration—not body fat gain.A body that looks softer after a major endurance event is often a body that is recovering effectively.Pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding are significant physiological stressors that require time, nourishment, and recovery.Performance goals and aesthetic goals don't always align, and there are seasons when recovery deserves to take priority.Thank you for supporting my small business. Here are some brands I trust and use myself with a discount for you:Cozy Earth - WICKESSHOME for 20% off through April 1st.Equip Protein - 15% off with code WICKESMasa Chips - 25% off code STRONG $50 or moreOliveda Skincare & Makeup LMNT Electrolyte Supplement - Get a free Sample Pack when you purchase through this link.Join the FasterWay and Get Coached by Tiffany6-week Coaching ($249); https://www.fasterway.com/pages/6-week?aid=Tiffanylwickes4-week Plug & Play ($49 for the first month and the straight to VIP ($79/mo); https://www.fasterway.com/pages/creator/tiffanylwickes?aid=TiffanylwickesLet’s Connect! I share tons of fitness tips and more behind the scenes on my social accounts.Website...