“Slow down. Stop running. Pregnant and postpartum women have heard this advice since the beginning of time. Many runners have no idea what they can and cannot do during pregnancy and postpartum, leaving them unsure, scared, and susceptible to injury.”   During this podcast, we talk with Kate and Blair about their first book. Go Ahead, Stop and Pee: Running During Pregnancy and Postpartum. This book throws out all those old wives’ tales and proves that women can keep running—during and after pregnancy. All they need is the right information.   More info about the book:   Written by two moms and physical therapists who also have a passion for running, Go Ahead, Stop and Pee is a fresh voice that empowers women to maintain their running lifestyle during pregnancy and postpartum. Combining first-hand experiences as well as science.   During this episode we discuss:  Common myths about running pregnant and postpartum A few key exercises for pregnant runners What the pelvic floor is and why it’s so important The 4th Trimester Tips for running with a stroller/pram   Plus much more!   This podcast episode is ideal for any soon-to-be or new mom who wants to keep on running and wants to be as informed as possible.    Show notes Meeting Kate and Blair Finding out more about their running backstories How running became a lifestyle Getting pregnant during triathlon training Myths around running while pregnant Myths around postpartum running Key things that pregnant women need to know about running Pelvic floor muscles The power of the breath What is the 4th trimester? Postpartum is forever The reasons for writing the book Kate’s story of returning to running after pregnancy Ending up with a stress fracture Being at a higher risk of stress fractures when you’re breast feeding Blair’s story of returning to running after pregnancy Dealing with a hip injury Taking years to be able to run without pain Having a plan to get back into running Top tips for new mothers Getting a pelvic health check done Running with a stroller Check out this Youtube video for running with a stroller Favourite exercise and where to start  Barefoot training  Final words of advice   Social Media   Dr. Kate Edwards Endurance athlete guru, PT, author, biz owner & educator helping PTs widen the lens on treating endurance athletes   Website:  www.katemihevcedwards.com     Instagram @katemihevcedwards    Facebook @KateMihevcEdwards.      Dr. Blair Green  - Pelvic Guru   Website www.catalystga.com    Facebook @CatalystGA    Twitter @Catalyst_GA      Go Ahead, Stop and Pee   Facebook @goaheadstopandpee    Instagram @goaheadstopandpee.