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advice from runners please

MelissaMisoMelissaMiso member
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A few years back, I was jogging regularly. The past two years, I've gotten quite a bit out of shape, though other then excess weight, I've always been pretty healthy. I'm pregnant with my first child and for the past few months I have had a strong desire to start jogging again after the baby arrives.

I'm looking for advice on the following:

How soon (in general, I know it will depend on how my body heals) can you start jogging after the baby arrives?

As I am considering myself a beginner again, what early training schedule would you suggest?

How to handle the extra pregnancy weight while jogging to avoid injury?

TIA for your advice! xoxo


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    natalie202natalie202 member
    I highly recommend the Couch 2 5k program. They have a website with all the details of the plan and you can also find podcasts for the program. Since this is a "new" activity for you, I'd suggest waiting until you're cleared at your 6-8 week appointment AND are comfortable doing a brisk 30 minute walk.
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    lazysusanlazysusan member
    1 second couch to 5K.  Definitely start slow after the baby.  For a vaginal deliver dr's usually say 6 weeks.  I ran right after my 6 week appointment, and pushed too hard.  Afterwards it felt like I had just given birth with how tired my muscles were.
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    Sara1373Sara1373
    I'm a marathoner who has been running throughout my pregnancy. While this is my first child, my OB said I won't be allowed to run until I have my 6 week appointment and she clears me.  With that said, I will likely create my own running program since I have been running for years, but the couch to 5k is a great program a lot of my friends have successfully used.  As far as the extra weight, I would invest in a few things. First, an excellent sports bra and second, I would go to a real running store (not a ***'s or Sports Authority) and have them fit you for proper running shoes. You don't have to spend a fortune, but they will be able to tell your gait, etc and ensure you are running in proper shoes for your current situation. I would recommend doing this at least on a yearly basis anyways, as most people need some tweaking and adjustments yearly.  Good luck and have fun, there is nothing better than a good, hard run! :)
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    I agree with couch to 5k. I just wanted to jump in and say that my knees couldn't handle running with the extra 30 pounds I weighed post-pg, so I had to start with walking and yoga and Nia (like pilates/modern dance), then run/walking before jogging. Once I was 20 lbs from my pre-pg weight, I was good to go. Good luck! :-)

    I still have about 10 post-pg lbs to lose, but now I'm running about 15 miles a week and LOVE it!

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    KRun4SanityKRun4Sanity

    I agree with the C25k program, or you can also look at the Hal Hidgon plans. I have been successful when using his plans for my marathons.

    https://www.halhigdon.com/

    I also agree, get a good sports bra. I am partial to the Moving comfort brand. Then get fitted for shoes. Once you are fitted and have a brand, you can come home and order the older model online for about half price of the newer model at the store.

     

    Good luck!

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    blu-eyedwifeblu-eyedwife member

    How soon (in general, I know it will depend on how my body heals) can you start jogging after the baby arrives? I ran throughout my pregnancy (up until the day I was induced). At the beginning of mt pregnancy mr doctor said if I had an uncomplicated delivery I could go back to running within a couple weeks. I ended up starting back 3 weeks postpartum

    How to handle the extra pregnancy weight while jogging to avoid injury? My secret to this was based on pure luck. I only gained 20lbs and it was pretty spaced out throughout my pregnancy. Because I gained very little at a time it wasn't too difficult for my body to adjust. And I lost it all the first week home (and then some), so I didn't have to worry about extra weight after the baby was born.

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