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What You Need to Know About Master Runners

Whitney Heins — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 08:22:21 +0000

Masters running is a race category for runners over the age of 40. Master runners are in a different category as research shows that we tend to get slower past the 40-year mark. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Training smarter not harder can help us get faster as aging runners. Indeed, I ... Read more

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I Feel Pain in My Lower Abdomen When Running as a Female

Whitney Heins — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 08:01:04 +0000

Lower abdomen pain when running as a female can be caused by pelvic floor dysfunction or a muscular strain, among other causes. In most cases, it’s best to see a healthcare professional about your stomach or pelvic pain–especially if it lasts longer than 24 hours. Feeling pain in the lower abdomen when running as a ... Read more

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July Q & A: Run with Whitney

Whitney Heins — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 11:03:09 +0000

Welcome to the second installment of my new series, Run with Whitney! It’s been so fun getting questions from fellow mother runners. This month, there was a theme: MOTIVATION. Let’s get to it! What do you do on the days you don’t want to run but need to for a training protocol or race? First, ... Read more

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When Can I Take a Bath After Giving Birth?

Whitney Heins — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:17:52 +0000

Baths are a wonderful form a self-care for new moms. But you may be wondering, when can I take a bath after giving birth? For most women, you will have to wait 4-6 weeks to take a bath safely. Read on to learn what variables impact when you can take your first post birth bath. ... Read more

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June Q & A: Run with Whitney

Whitney Heins — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:50:05 +0000

Welcome to a new series I’m doing called Run with Whitney! It is a reader Q & A with me, just as if we were going on a run together. Topics can include all things running, or not! Feel free to email me your questions at whitney@themotherrunners.com or message me on Instagram. I hope my ... Read more

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When to Start Pelvic Floor Therapy After Birth

Whitney Heins — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 07:04:34 +0000

Every woman should see a pelvic floor physical therapist after birth. When to start pelvic floor physical therapy after birth? You can start 3-4 weeks after having a baby. Read on to learn why you do pelvic floor physical therapy postpartum and what to expect. Seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist is one of the ... Read more

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