The adidas running shoes for women are under $100 and offer a variety of support for your foot type and gait. Keep reading for a full review including pros and cons. To be the best runner that you can be you have to have the right equipment, and the most important piece of equipment you ... Read more The post adidas Running Shoes Under $100 appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

Hormone fluctuations can make perimenopausal women feel extreme fatigue. But menopause and fatigue don’t have to be inseparable. Lifestyle changes such as proper sleep hygiene, supplements, and exercise can help! Learn more about how to feel better so you can stay active. Right now, I am coaching a handful of women who are going through ... Read more The post Is Being Active Feeling Harder? How to Conquer Menopause Fatigue appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

Plantar fasciitis is a painful running injury. Selecting the right running shoe can help you sidestep this injury and also return from it. The best running shoes for plantar fasciitis feature cushion, a supportive heel, a higher heel-to-toe drop, and a wider toe box. I share the five best below. I’m not going to sugarcoat ... Read more The post 5 Best Running Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

Energy gels and breastfeeding can work together if you choose the right energy gel and time caffeinated gels at least one hour before breastfeeding your baby. Choose energy gels that are third-party certified and have extra electrolytes to ensure safety and hydration. Energy gels and breastfeeding may seem like an odd pair—but the two can ... Read more The post Energy Gels, Running, and Breastfeeding: Safe or Risky? appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

A marathon and childbirth have so many parallels. Indeed, how to mentally prepare for labor is strikingly like preparing to run a marathon or do any long-distance run. You plan, prepare, hone your mental strength and positive self-talk, form a supportive team, and know that the pain and discomfort are SO worth it in the ... Read more The post 17 Lessons from Runners to Mentally Prepare for Labor appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

I just love getting these questions from you all. This month we are talking a lot about staying healthy while running. When dealing with injury or illness, it is so hard to not feel hopeless at times—like we will never figure out what’s wrong or heal, but you will. As a runner, you must endure ... Read more The post August Q & A: Run with Whitney appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

You can manage menopause symptoms while running with some pre-planning and a lo tof grace. Running can alleviate menopause symptoms but you need to stay consistent with it for several months to see the results. I have had the pleasure of coaching many perimenopausal runners. These runners have dealt with challenges such as hot flashes, ... Read more The post How to Manage Menopause Symptoms While Running appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

Increasing how many carbohydrates you eat two days before your half marathon can improve your performance, studies show. Aim to eat easily digestible carbs that you normally eat and increase carb 8-10 grams per kg (2.2 lbs) of body weight. Learn more about how to carb loading before half marathon, including what to eat, below. ... Read more The post Carb Loading: Essential or Overrated for Half Marathons? appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

Can you drink electrolytes while pregnant? Yes. Not only should you drink electrolytes while pregnant, electrolytes are essential to meeting the increased fluid demands that accompany pregnancy along with increased kidney function. Electrolytes may also decrease common pregnancy symptoms such as fatigue and nausea. Read on to learn about the importance of electrolytes during pregnancy. ... Read more The post Can You Drink Electrolytes While Pregnant? appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more

The benefits of sauna after a workout are plenty and include faster recovery time, improved cardiovascular health, a stronger immune system, improved mood, and even a longer life. As long as you don’t have any contraindications (pregnancy, heart conditions), enjoying the sauna after your workout can even enhance the effects of your workout. I have ... Read more The post 9 Game-Changing Benefits of the Sauna After a Workout appeared first on The Mother Runners ..read more