{"id":13284,"date":"2025-02-13T17:34:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T10:34:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13284"},"modified":"2025-02-13T17:34:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T10:34:14","slug":"episode-155-breaking-free-from-postpartum-body-pressure-with-marlene-andersson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13284","title":{"rendered":"Episode #155: \u201cBreaking Free from Postpartum Body Pressure\u201d with Marlene Andersson"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"643\">What if the key to thriving in motherhood isn\u2019t \u201cbouncing back\u201d to some old version of you\u2014but moving forward into new <a href=\"https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/2025\/01\/yoga-for-postpartum-low-back-pain\/\">postpartum<\/a> potential and opportunities?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"643\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/83215\/ep-155-breaking-free-from-postpartum-body-pressure-with-marlene-andersson\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\">In this empowering episode<\/a>, I sat down with coach and former elite CrossFit athlete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mightymomscommunity\/\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\">Marlene Andersson<\/a> to dive into the pressures women face around \u201csnapping back\u201d after pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"643\">Together, we unpack the cultural myths that keep high-achieving women stuck in unrealistic expectations and explore a mindset shift that prioritizes <a href=\"https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/2025\/02\/a-valentine-for-your-body-with-heart-opening-yoga\/\">self-compassion<\/a>, growth, and sustainable health over outdated body ideals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"1160\">Marlene shares her deeply personal journey\u2014from being an elite competitor at the top of her game to navigating the identity shift that comes with motherhood. With refreshing honesty, she describes the struggle of balancing a driven, perfectionist mindset with the unpredictable nature of raising a child.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"1160\">She also walks us through her <strong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1004\">Mighty Mom Blueprint<\/strong>, a four-step strategy designed to help mothers build strength\u2014mentally and physically\u2014without burning out or sacrificing precious time with their families.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1466\">If you\u2019ve ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to \u201cget your body back\u201d or struggled to balance your ambitions with the realities of motherhood, <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Gltz5jA2y6s\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\">this episode<\/a> will shift your perspective in powerful ways. Get ready to rethink what it means to be strong, healthy, and successful as a mother\u2014and as a woman.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\"><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">Tune in now!<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/83215\/ep-155-breaking-free-from-postpartum-body-pressure-with-marlene-andersson\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">L<\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">i<\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">s<\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">ten to the Full Episode <\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">Here<\/strong><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Gltz5jA2y6s\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">Wat<\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">ch the episode on <\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">YouTube<\/strong><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<div><strong><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-316433 alignright lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/sp-ao.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_471,h_589\/https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"471\" height=\"589\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-316433 alignright lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"471\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1.png 1080w, https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Marlene-graphic-1-150x188.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 471px) 100vw, 471px\"\/>Here\u2019s Why We\u2019re Obsessed with This Episode<\/strong><\/div>\n<p>\ud83d\udd25 Marlene\u2019s raw and honest take on why bouncing back is a <em data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1588\">myth<\/em> that sets women up for failure.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcaa A relatable, no-nonsense discussion about why women are expected to evolve in every area\u2014except when it comes to their bodies.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udde0 The deep dive into how high-achievers struggle with perfectionism and adjusting expectations in the postpartum period.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Don\u2019t Miss This Episode If\u2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 You\u2019ve ever felt pressure to \u201cget your pre-baby body back\u201d (and maybe even guilt that you haven\u2019t).<\/p>\n<p>\u2705 You\u2019re a high-achieving woman struggling to adjust to the unpredictability of motherhood.<\/p>\n<p>\u2705 You find yourself overwhelmed by the expectations of doing it all\u2014parenting, fitness, work, and more.<\/p>\n<p>\u2705 You want practical, sustainable strategies for staying healthy and strong <em data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2498\">without<\/em> punishing yourself.<\/p>\n<p>\u2705 You\u2019ve ever battled perfectionism and the fear of \u201cnot doing enough.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\"><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">Tune in now!<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/83215\/ep-155-breaking-free-from-postpartum-body-pressure-with-marlene-andersson\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">L<\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">is<\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">ten to the Full Episode <\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">Here<\/strong><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Gltz5jA2y6s\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">Watch the episode on <\/strong><\/b><b><strong class=\"font-bold\">YouTube<\/strong><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h3><strong>What You\u2019ll Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/83215\/ep-155-breaking-free-from-postpartum-body-pressure-with-marlene-andersson\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\">in This Episode<\/a>:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Why the concept of \u201cbouncing back\u201d is a damaging illusion\u2014and what to focus on instead.<\/li>\n<li>How to shift your mindset from self-criticism to self-compassion while pursuing your goals.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2860\">Mighty Mom Blueprint<\/strong>\u2014Marlene\u2019s four-step strategy for building a strong, healthy body and mind in motherhood.<\/li>\n<li>How to set goals that actually stick (hint: it\u2019s not just about SMART goals).<\/li>\n<li>Why sustainable habits\u2014no matter how small\u2014lead to long-term success.<\/li>\n<li>The key to trusting your body, listening to its needs, and ditching diet culture for good.<\/li>\n<li>The biggest mistakes women make when trying to \u201cfix\u201d their bodies after pregnancy\u2014and what to do instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>About Marlene Andersson<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As a former CrossFit Games athlete and busy toddler mom, Marlene brings the lessons from her athletic career into her postpartum coaching. Inspired by her own challenges balancing self-care, family, and career, she developed the Mighty Mom Blueprint\u2014a 4-step strategy that blends the athlete\u2019s mindset with the realities of motherhood, helping moms move beyond the pressure to \u2018bounce back\u2019 and embrace their strongest, healthiest selves.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Connect with Marlene &amp; The Mighty Moms Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h2 class=\"font-bold text-h3 leading-[40px] pt-[21px] pb-[2px] [&amp;_a]:underline-offset-[6px] [&amp;_.underline]:underline-offset-[6px]\" dir=\"ltr\">Sponsor Shoutout<\/h2>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\">This episode was brought to you by <a href=\"https:\/\/milestogoathletics.com\/\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><em class=\"italic\">Miles to Go Athletics<\/em><\/i><\/a>. 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And don\u2019t forget to leave us a review\u2014it helps more people discover the show! <em>\u2013Alison<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/fitbottomedgirls.com\/2025\/02\/episode-155-breaking-free-from-postpartum-body-pressure-with-marlene-andersson\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What if the key to thriving in motherhood isn\u2019t \u201cbouncing back\u201d to some old version of you\u2014but moving forward into new postpartum potential and opportunities? In this empowering episode, I sat down with coach and former elite CrossFit athlete Marlene Andersson to dive into the pressures women face around \u201csnapping back\u201d after pregnancy. 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