Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is a hormone imbalance that impacts up to 10 percent of females with ovaries. Is running good for PCOS? Studies show that aerobic exercise like running can improve the quality of life for women with PCOS—but not in every case. Read on to learn more about the potential benefits of … Read more
Running Disney races is a magical experience filled with fun and friendships. But the experience comes at a cost and a very early wake-up call. Learn all the pros and cons of runDisney races. Runners have this uncanny ability to romanticize anything with a run. The beach? Let’s make it better with a run! The … Read more
There is a long-standing belief of a high risk of overheating during pregnancy because pregnant women have a higher core body temperature than non-pregnant women. This is particularly a concern when exercising in hot weather. However, recent research shows pregnant women may not be at a greater risk for overheating after all though they are … Read more
Studies find that heat training can improve VO2 max, resilience, and improved rate of perceived exertion and fatigue, and makes you mentally tougher. Still, running in the heat is hard! The below tips will make it more manageable. Don’t worry if you are riding this struggle bus this summer. It is HARD but running in … Read more
Lower abdomen pain when running as a female can be caused by pelvic floor dysfunction or a muscular strain, among other causes. In most cases, it’s best to see a healthcare professional about your stomach or pelvic pain–especially if it lasts longer than 24 hours. Feeling pain in the lower abdomen when running as a … Read more
Welcome to the second installment of my new series, Run with Whitney! It’s been so fun getting questions from fellow mother runners. This month, there was a theme: MOTIVATION. Let’s get to it! What do you do on the days you don’t want to run but need to for a training protocol or race? First, … Read more