Episode 18: Postpartum Running
Episode description
After months of pregnancy, childbirth, and the uncomfortable first six weeks, you are probably eager to start running again after having a baby! However, postpartum running can be a tricky time to navigate. You may not have run in a long time, you may be sleep deprived, and you may be breastfeeding. In this episode, we share postpartum training tips for mother runners.
This episode addresses:
How pregnancy and postpartum change your body
How long should you wait to start running again after having a baby
How to know if you are ready to run after having a baby
Signs and symptoms
Breathing and pelvic floor exercises to do before running
How to return to running once you feel ready to run
What is normal in postpartum running
Breastfeeding and running
We also answer a listener's question on what to eat before a long run or race!
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Programs mentioned in the show:
- Bump Runner Postpartum program: https://www.thebumprunner.com/programs/postpartum
- ReCore Fitness: https://www.recorefitness.com/store/recore-postpartum-program
Relevant articles:
- Laura's experience: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/postpartum-running-my-experience-at-seven-months-postpartum/
- When you can start running after having a baby: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/when-can-you-start-running-after-giving-birth/
- Steps for return to run postpartum: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/postpartum-running-how-to-safely-resume-running/
- Stroller running tips: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/stroller-running-tips-for-effective-and-enjoyable-training/
-Postpartum running: https://www.runtothefinish.com/postpartum-running/
- Peeing while running: https://www.runtothefinish.com/peeing-while-running/