Research shows that runners should combine carbohydrates with protein to facilitate muscle repair and recovery and glycogen resynthesis after running. Hydrating with electrolytes and including foods with anti-inflammatory properties can also repair muscle damage from running and reduce inflammation. Read on to learn what to eat after a long run including the best post-run meals … Read more
One of the changes your body undergoes when you’re expecting is growing breasts. Your chest size gets larger thanks to hormonal fluctuations—even before your milk comes in! Finding a supportive maternity sports bra is key to staying comfortable when running while pregnant. I am rounding up the best maternity sports bras for mother runners: The … Read more
Running with endometriosis is possible. In fact, exercise may help alleviate symptoms. Read on to learn what exercises to avoid with endometriosis flares, and how to manage your pelvic pain so you can keep doing what you love. One of my athletes suffers from endometriosis, a painful condition that causes pelvic pain. When she is … Read more
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
Chest pain when running should be taken seriously. Chest pain can signal a serious heart condition such as a heart attack. It could also be a mild and temporary pain. But because of the high risk, it’s critical you call a doctor immediately if your chest hurts while running. I struggled with chest pain while … Read more
Does running while pregnant shake the baby? Let’s put this question to bed. No, running while pregnant does not shake the baby in the way that leads to shaken baby syndrome in the womb. This is because the fetus is protected by the amniotic sac filled with fluid. This is a widespread misconception that running … Read more
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