Post-Pregnancy

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Recovery

Road to the Trials: How Taking the Long View Can Help Your Running

As elite mother-runner Neely Gracey prepares for her third Olympic Marathon Trials, she discusses the benefits of looking ahead.

Neely Gracey & Cindy KuzmaNovember 7, 2023

News

Postpartum Comebacks: Americans Kellyn Taylor and Molly Huddle Are Ready to Race the New York City Marathon

This women’s field at the 2023 New York City Marathon might be the most competitive in the 52-year history of the race.

Erin StroutNovember 2, 2023

Wellness

A New Study Provides First Ever Program for Pregnant Runners Returning to Sport

Armed with research, a new app is increasing accessibility to post-partum rehab for runner mothers on their journey back from childbirth.

Taylor DutchFebruary 8, 2023

Wellness

How Elite Runners Train When They’re Pregnant

New data outlines how much they run, how long it takes to resume training after giving birth, and how well they return to competition

Alex HutchinsonOctober 6, 2022

Training

Your Guide to Pregnant and Postpartum Running

Joy, strength, and healing ahead—all unfiltered.

Cassie ShortsleeveAugust 12, 2021

Culture

Welcome to the Club: New Moms on Their First Post-Baby Run

Every body—and every pregnancy—is different. Here's what new moms have to say about that first run after having a baby.

Cassie ShortsleeveAugust 12, 2021

News

Aliphine Tuliamuk: Six Weeks Into Motherhood, With an Eye on the Olympic Marathon

After winning the Olympic Marathon Trials a year ago, she never imagined what the next 365 days would bring.

Erin StroutFebruary 25, 2021

Training

Pregnancy Can Boost Your VO2 Max

Here’s how to reap the benefits while balancing the demands of having a baby on the way or new motherhood.

Cassie ShortsleeveNovember 25, 2020

Health

I Run Less Than I Ever Have, but It's More Cathartic Than Ever

Becoming a mother has changed my life in profound ways—but it’s also changed my relationship with a sport I love in ways I never saw coming.

Cassie ShortsleeveNovember 13, 2020

Cross-Training

4 Moves to Help If You're a New Mom with Back Pain

Strengthening your core, which includes your back, is key to feeling your best postpartum.

Kristina Pinto, Rachel KramerSeptember 7, 2020

People

Meet the Elite: Our Q&A with Tina Muir

After delivering a healthy baby girl, new mom Tina Muir is itching to return to her pro running career.

Meghan RoosApril 9, 2018

Training

What It's Really Like To Return To Running Postpartum

One new mom is sharing her journey to try to run a Boston qualifier.

Jessica SeborFebruary 16, 2016

Training

Why My Scale Is Challenging My Patience

Find out why your scale may be lying to you.

Sarah CanneySeptember 1, 2015

Health

3 Common Post-Pregnancy Body Changes And How They Affect Running

When it comes to running after baby, it may take some time to adapt to a new body.

Alison BarsalonaAugust 13, 2015

Post-Pregnancy

Latest Stories

Road to the Trials: How Taking the Long View Can Help Your Running

Postpartum Comebacks: Americans Kellyn Taylor and Molly Huddle Are Ready to Race the New York City Marathon

A New Study Provides First Ever Program for Pregnant Runners Returning to Sport

How Elite Runners Train When They’re Pregnant

Your Guide to Pregnant and Postpartum Running

Welcome to the Club: New Moms on Their First Post-Baby Run

Aliphine Tuliamuk: Six Weeks Into Motherhood, With an Eye on the Olympic Marathon

Pregnancy Can Boost Your VO2 Max

I Run Less Than I Ever Have, but It's More Cathartic Than Ever

4 Moves to Help If You're a New Mom with Back Pain

Meet the Elite: Our Q&A with Tina Muir

What It's Really Like To Return To Running Postpartum

Why My Scale Is Challenging My Patience

3 Common Post-Pregnancy Body Changes And How They Affect Running

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