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
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
The hormone relaxin and running seem to be at odds but they don’t have to be. Relaxin makes women’s joints and muscles lax and unstable during pregnancy and postpartum (including for the duration of breastfeeding). But proper precautions such as core strength and running on smooth surfaces can minimize risk of injury. Read on to … Read more
Morning sickness is a common symptom of being pregnant. This nauseous feeling can make doing anything feel miserable. But can exercise help morning sickness? Studies show that even though working out with morning sickness is the last thing you want to do, it may actually ease your nausea. I spoke with fellow mother runners, experts, … Read more
Are you pregnant and wondering if running is safe for you and your baby? If you ran before you conceived, experts say it is safe to continue doing so unless you are uncomfortable or having certain types of pain. Read on to learn which type of pain to watch out for and for all my … Read more
Your treadmill and pregnancy can work together well. Some of the discomforts and risks of running while pregnant such as feeling off balance, being hot, or needing to use the restroom often can be mitigated by using a treadmill. Pairing a treadmill and pregnancy can help you have a healthy and fit pregnancy by keeping … Read more