I am currently 3weeks post partum with my first and want to hear some experience regarding getting back to running and training. He was a difficult forceps delivery requiring an episiotomy and on top of it I had a third degree tear. Things are definitely feeling healed but I still get a little discomfort from time to time. My doctor said I have essentially no restrictions, just to ease into activities.
I did very little running after first trimester but did hit the gym for elliptical and light cross training up until 36 weeks when my back couldn't take it.
I hit the gym yesterday and just did some brisk walking and cross training ( 8 pound weights, squats, core) My pelvis doesn't feel nearly ready for running yet. My main questions are what exercises did you do to strengthen your pelvic floor and abs, and how and when were you able to run after baby?
Thanks for any input! Fwiw, I'm only 9 pounds above my pre pregnancy weight but am a lot more flabby/less toned.
Thank you!
Jodi
I did very little running after first trimester but did hit the gym for elliptical and light cross training up until 36 weeks when my back couldn't take it.
I hit the gym yesterday and just did some brisk walking and cross training ( 8 pound weights, squats, core) My pelvis doesn't feel nearly ready for running yet. My main questions are what exercises did you do to strengthen your pelvic floor and abs, and how and when were you able to run after baby?
Thanks for any input! Fwiw, I'm only 9 pounds above my pre pregnancy weight but am a lot more flabby/less toned.
Thank you!
Jodi