Finding the most comfortable bust support when running is crucial for runners with big busts. My sister has a bigger bust and tested sports bras for this article. She says the absolute best sports bra for big busts is the Athleta Advance Bra because it’s pretty and her chest felt secure from top to bottom. … Read more
A lot has been learned in just the past few years about what exercise is safe for pregnant women—and how much. For the longest time, it was believed that running while pregnant could hurt the baby or even cause a miscarriage. And just thinking about if you can run a marathon while pregnant was out … Read more
Studies show that about half of female endurance athletes have low iron. Female runners lose iron every month due to menstruating. We also lose iron in our sweat and foot strike. Low iron can hurt performance and make you feel very tired. Small changes to your diet can help you keep your iron levels where … Read more
Getting your period on race day is not a death knell to your running goals. In fact, a 2020 study found that a majority of female marathoners actually ran their best during their high hormone phase and during menstruation. If you suffer from PMS and period symptoms, these steps will help you feel better so … Read more
You can do a sit-up pregnant. NO! You can’t! It’s dangerous!…You can do a plank. NO! Stop! You’ll hurt the baby! There is so much confusion, misinformation, and fear out there regarding safe pregnancy core exercises. So, I’m setting the record straight with key information and a suggested ab workout for pregnancy. When it comes … Read more
The treadmill is an excellent tool for runners to stay fit no matter their weather or schedule. These 6 treadmill workouts incorporate speed and hills to make you fitter in the comfort of your own home in less than an hour! Read on for the workouts and treadmill training tips. Oh, the treadmill. Runners have … Read more