Running through Pregnancy: Is It Safe?




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Summary: If you're a runner, you know that it's a way to clear your mind and escape everyday stress. Does that have to end during pregnancy?If you're a runner, you know that it's a way to clear your mind, cleanse your soul and get away from stress and hectic pace of everyday life. But what happens when you find out you are pregnant? Does that all have to end? Or can you still keep running throughout your pregnancy? Can you even train for an event? While there are certainly some safety precautions you must heed to train for any event while pregnant, it is possible to keep up with your running. Past president of the American College of Sports Medicine, Dr.Jim Pivarnik, joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss the ins and outs of safe running and training while pregnant.