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56: Chelsea Sodaro on Fueling, Motherhood, and Winning at Kona 18 Months Postpartum
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- Endurance Eats
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- Apr 22, 2026
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Summary
On this episode, professional triathlete Chelsea Sodaro shares an honest look at her return to elite racing after becoming a mom, offering a powerful perspective on what it really takes to balance motherhood and high-performance sport. Chelsea dives into the physical and mental challenges of postpartum training, from rebuilding strength and endurance to navigating shifting identity and expectations as both an athlete and a parent. She also opens up about the role of nutrition in postpartum recovery and endurance performance , along with how her relationship with body image has evolved through pregnancy, motherhood, and elite competition. Throughout the conversation, Chelsea highlights the importance of support systems for women in sport, advocating for better resources, visibility, and conversations around postpartum athletes. Her story is one of resilience, adaptability, and choosing to lean into hard things, even when the path forward isn’t clear. If you’re a runner, triathlete, or endurance athlete navigating postpartum training—or simply looking for inspiration to keep showing up, this episode delivers both practical insight and a refreshing, real-world perspective. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Connection 01:30 Postpartum Journey of an Athlete 05:38 Mental Health Challenges and Societal Pressures 09:30 Returning to Competition After Motherhood 13:06 Nutritional Demands and Energy Deficiency 18:09 Surprising Aspects of Postpartum Experience 21:11 Resilience and Mental Strength Post-Baby 23:54 Body Image and Media Representation 29:32 Media Expectations and Personal Identity 31:15 Nutrition Journey: From Early Mistakes to Mastery 34:52 Transitioning to Triathlon: Fueling for Success 37:38 The Low Carb Experiment: Lessons Learned 45:36 The Power of 'Yes': Embracing…