What you need to know about Running while Pregnant or Postpartum with Rachel Pope dPT

Today I am talking to doctor of physical therapy Rachel Pope about all the things you need to know while running during pregnancy and after baby. 

In today’s episode, you are going to learn the things you can do to run through your pregnancy and the warning signs to look out for when deciding when it’s time to put your shoes on the shelf.

You are also going to learn the importance of returning to running slowly and how old dated information or recommendations are hurting postpartum moms who try to run to soon after baby. 

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN/DISCOVER/FIND OUT: 

• How to get back into running during pregnancy and how to continue to run during pregnancy if it's something you love. 
• Different injuries that pregnant and postpartum runners are susceptible too. 
• Learn the importance of managing core and pelvic floor pressure when running  while pregnant or postpartum
• Learn about how belly bands or support bands can help to keep you active during pregnancy and postpartum.
  
  When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @STRONG.MOMS.FITNESS ! 

While you’re there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes of how I help women stay fit and strong during motherhood

LINKS:

CONNECT WITH RACHEL POPE

INSTAGRAM | WEBSITE | FACEBOOK PAGE|FACEBOOK GROUP|

LEARN MORE FROM DAISY @ STRONG MOMS FITNESS:

WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST | YOUTUBE

OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

Rachel’s Links: 

Support Bands Mentioned

• GABRIALLA Maternity Support Belt
• Maternity Fit Splint 
• Kinesio Tape
• SEROLA Sacroiliac Belt
• Bao Bei Support Band

Other Mentions:

• 2019 Running Guidelines
• K Tape Blog Post
• PDF of Pelvic Floor Exercises - Sign up for FB group
• PostPartum Return to Run Program

 

Daisy’s Links:

• Flat Abs After Baby - Ebook & 12-Week Ab Program
• Fit After Pregnancy Challenge
• Rebuild After Baby: Get back to the gym after baby the right way! 
• Prenatal Power&l