Dust those running shoes off…but not too soon!

I get it. I’m a runner myself and when I can’t run, I get stir crazy. Running is my happy place, my stress reliever, my time to treat my body to something good. I also know that returning to running after an injury or a traumatic event needs to be approached with caution and be tailored to you, your past running levels, and your specific goals.

Returning to running is a very important goal for many women after giving birth. Running can not only help you return to a healthy weight but can also help reduce stress and improve a new momma’s mood. However, returning to running too soon can negatively impact a woman’s life in the short and long-term. It is imperative that a woman who wants to return to running postpartum seek out the advice of a pelvic floor specialist who can advise on the return-to-run program.

How can pelvic floor PT help?

I, Carolyn Latham, DPT owner of Verity Physical Therapy & Wellness, am a past D1 cross-country and track runner and I continue to enjoy running to this day. I am trained in pelvic floor physical therapy and bring my expertise of the two areas together to best help you navigate this sensitive but very important road towards return-to-running. I will evaluate your entire body to determine what areas of strength and flexibility need to be focused on first. Strengthening of the pelvic floor and core muscles is the first goal postpartum and then you will be eased into a return-to-running program. This will set you up for success and limit your likelihood of injury in the short and long-term. I understand the intense desire to run but I am also sensitive to the fact that if you return too soon, you place yourself at a high risk for injury and dysfunctions down the road.

Contact Carolyn Latham at Verity Physical Therapy & Wellness today to schedule your first session!