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9 Steps to Return to Running After Injury

Returning to running requires a lot of patience and trust. I have had to do it several times in the past few years due to running injuries. The key to returning without injury is taking it slow, adding one variable at a time, and slowly increasing volume. I detail how to return to running below. … Read more

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The 6 Best Nursing Sports Bras for Runners

Finding a nursing sports bra for running can be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. These are the 6 best nursing sports bras for runners on the market. My favorite is the Jen & Keri Annie nursing and pumping sports bra because it is buttery soft, pretty, and easy access for your … Read more

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Smart Treadmill Running Tips for Mother Runners

Don’t call it a dreadmill! Treadmills are TOOLS to keep you running consistently no matter the obstacle. Indeed as running outside gained popularity in 2020, so did treadmill running. Many people discovered what moms of young children already knew—treadmill running is a saving grace when you can’t leave your house. Running on a treadmill comes … Read more

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5 Best Jogging Strollers for Runners

Mamas, stop looking. Here are the best jogging strollers for runners on the market. This is according to mother runners. These babies lighten your load, and offer a smooth ride and lots of storage. After many unofficial studies and polls, I’ve rounded out the top  jogging strollers—listed in order of desirability. This article has been … Read more

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A Practical Guide to Stop Leaking While Running

The other week I had an onslaught of mother runners randomly asking me on Instagram how they could stop leaking while running. I realized this is a common problem among mother runners that need to be practically addressed. Research shows that one in three women leak during exercise postpartum. Another study found that almost half of … Read more

Pro Runner Neely Spence Gracey became a mom in 2018.

An Interview with Pro Runner Neely Gracey

Neely Gracey is a pro marathon runner for Adidas and a mother runner (mom to 18-month-old Athens). And, she and I have one big thing in common. After having our sons, we both struggled to get back to running. After one terrible run in particular, we both knew something was wrong. Bloodwork revealed whacked-out hormones … Read more

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