Everything you need to know about how to get back into running after pregnancy. When you can safely start running after baby, how to start, and more. Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Carrie Pagliano (PT), Dr. Lauren Levko (DPT), and Melanie Connell (PT, CHC). Fact-Checked By: Chelsea Plummer, Health Editor This post was originally written on … Read more
The Celsius energy drink is making waves. But is it as good for us as the cans promise? I reviewed the drink with registered sports dietitians Megan Robinson and Amy Stephens to discuss the drink and learn once and for all if Celsius drinks are bad for you and if there is a place in … Read more
Fitness trackers and running watches for kids can inspire a healthy lifestyle and a bond for you and your kids as you are ready to run together! I am reviewing the 6 best running watches for kids. My favorite is the Garmin Bounce as it allows you to call your kids, real-live tracking, and durability. … Read more
One of the impetuses behind starting The Mother Runners was to help fellow moms battle mom guilt because it was something that held me back—and then ate me alive. Today, my mom guilt has now transformed to “wife guilt” or “partner guilt.” I find myself saying no to things ALL THE TIME because I feel … Read more
I will be the first to admit it. I am a hypocrite when it comes to pelvic floor physical therapy. I recommend to all my athletes I coach, pregnant or postpartum, to see a pelvic floor physical therapist. I’ve interviewed pelvic floor physical therapists on my podcast and on my website. Yet, I had never … Read more
Teaching running to kids under 8 can be challenging—but only if you let it be. Kids are born to love running. I have this crystal-clear memory of being at the park down by the Tennessee River near our house with my daughter. Little, feisty, red-headed Eleanor was running through the field of dandelions to me … Read more