Published Apr 6, 2021

s1/e10 "Ready to Run Postpartum" with Julie Leonard, MS & Sarah Highland, MS, OTR/L

Julie Leonard and Sarah Highland unveil their 'Ready to Run Postpartum' program, emphasizing pelvic floor therapy and debunking myths about postpartum running, all while empowering women to safely rebuild their passion with a structured, adaptable return to fitness.

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- How does exercise impact mental health?
  Asked by 311 people
- What types of exercise are most beneficial for mental health?
  Asked by 15 people
- How do you train after a C-section?
  Asked by 11 people
- How do you take care of your pelvic floor?
  Asked by 10 people
- How can I manage pelvic floor dysfunction?
  Asked by 10 people
- Which podcast app is recommended?
  Asked by 10 people
- How can I improve core stability for better ab workouts?
  Asked by 9 people
- How to manage pelvic floor dysfunction
  Asked by 9 people
- What do all these podcasts have to say about core strength?
  Asked by 8 people
- What is the best way to do core exercises?
  Asked by 8 people
- Who is a running expert?
  Asked by 7 people
- How does the MAPS Muscle Mommy program progress over time?
  Asked by 2 people
- How do I tackle bringing both legs back up to even and work on postpartum weight loss and strength training six months postpartum and healing from a broken ankle (it’s been 7 weeks since the injury and 6 weeks in a boot)?
  Asked by 1 person
- What is pelvic floor rehab?
  Asked by 1 person

s1/e10 "Ready to Run Postpartum" with Julie Leonard, MS & Sarah Highland, MS, OTR/L

Topics covered

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Mental Health and Running

Understanding Core Connection

Postpartum Rehab Essentials

Postpartum Exercise Program

Postpartum Experiences

Discover Spotify for Podcasters

Postpartum Knowledge Gap

Postpartum Running Program

Postpartum Running Myths

Running with Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Postpartum Running Risks

Postpartum Running Challenges

Overcoming Incontinence

Embracing Identity Change

Questions from this episode

How does exercise impact mental health?

What types of exercise are most beneficial for mental health?

How do you train after a C-section?

How do you take care of your pelvic floor?

How can I manage pelvic floor dysfunction?

Which podcast app is recommended?

How can I improve core stability for better ab workouts?

How to manage pelvic floor dysfunction

What do all these podcasts have to say about core strength?

What is the best way to do core exercises?

Who is a running expert?

How does the MAPS Muscle Mommy program progress over time?

How do I tackle bringing both legs back up to even and work on postpartum weight loss and strength training six months postpartum and healing from a broken ankle (it’s been 7 weeks since the injury and 6 weeks in a boot)?

What is pelvic floor rehab?

Episode Highlights

Pelvic Floor Health

Postpartum Running

Postpartum Program Design

s1/e10 "Ready to Run Postpartum" with Julie Leonard, MS & Sarah Highland, MS, OTR/L

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Pelvic Floor HealthJulie Leonard and Sarah Highland discuss the importance of pelvic floor therapy and its impact on postpartum runners. They share personal experiences and insights into their "Ready to Run Postpartum" program, designed to help women safely return to running after childbirth.

Pelvic Floor Health

Postpartum RunningJulie Leonard and Sarah Highland

Postpartum Running

Postpartum Program DesignThe "Ready to Run Postpartum" program offers a structured, evidence-based approach for postpartum runners to safely return to running. Julie Leonard and Sarah Highland emphasize empowerment and education, allowing women to adapt exercises to their unique postpartum needs.

Postpartum Program Design