Summer running is challenging enough. When you’re running for two, summer running can become even more difficult. Your motivation may be low, you might be uncomfortable, and you will likely feel more sensitive to the heat. However, with the right approach, summer running during pregnancy is possible! Whether you are running or cross-training, staying fit during pregnancy will benefit both you and your baby. Exercising during pregnancy reduces the risk of complications such as ...
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Racing During Pregnancy
From Paula Radcliffe running at 10K at 7 months pregnant to Alysia Montano competing in the 800m during both of her pregnancies, racing during pregnancy is becoming more common. For some women, racing during pregnancy is part of maintaining their identity as a runner. Others opt not to miss out on events they registered for prior to pregnancy or on the community experience of racing. Some women choose not to race during pregnancy. For those who do, you can safely approach racing during ...
Ringing in Spring 10K 2019 Recap
When I signed up for the Ringing in Spring 10K back in January, I originally to race it for a PR and possibly even top 3 women. I craved a hard, demanding training cycle and a gritty race. I had just healed my metatarsal stress fracture and dealt with a chemical pregnancy (early loss at ~4 weeks). I wanted to push my body again to feel like myself. Shortly after registering for that (and a fall marathon!), we found out I was pregnant. A gut-busting training cycle and a big PR were no longer ...
My Approach to Running during Pregnancy
The ACOG and most doctors encourage 30 minutes of exercise per day during pregnancy. However, the mainstream message of running during pregnancy is still to take it easy. Almost everything I read suggested walk breaks, doing only easy runs, more rest days, and decreasing mileage. The thought of taking it easy for nine months didn’t appeal to me. I know several women who happily run easy for the entire duration of their pregnancies. That is what felt best for them, which is fantastic. But is ...