In this Ask Anything episode, I’m answering some of the most common questions I get about pregnancy and fitness. I’m talking about outdated pregnancy exercise advice, how hard you can safely work out during pregnancy, and why the old 140 heart rate rule is no longer recommended. I also share how I use the talk test with my patients and why exercise remains one of the best things you can do for both pregnancy and postpartum recovery.

Tune in to hear what I have to say about pregnancy-specific core training, the research on exercise and C-section rates, what to do about pubic bone and pelvic girdle pain, and how I approach exercise modifications throughout each trimester. Plus, I explain my thoughts on coning and doming, exercising on your back during pregnancy, and staying active while still giving yourself plenty of grace as your body changes.

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Connect with Dr. Karlie:

• Follow on Instagram @drkarlie
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Resources & Links:

• Episode 52. Exercise During Pregnancy: What the Research Says — Dr. Margie Davenport (Part 1)
• PreggoCore Plan
• Pelvic Pain Fix: For Pregnancy + Postpartum
• Join the waitlist for my Pelvic Floor Fix Plan
• Check out all my plans and resources HERE
• My most popular plan: Get Your Body Back - Postpartum Plan - use code ATHLETE for a discount
• C-SECTION edition: Get your body back - use code ATHLETE for a discount
• FREE DOWNLOAD: Fix Your “Mommy Pooch”

In this episode, I’m breaking down why strong moms don’t jump right back into running at 6 weeks postpartum, even if they feel “cleared” to exercise. I talk about what your body is still healing from during that early postpartum phase, why leaking and heaviness are signs to pay attention to, and how to safely rebuild strength before returning to impact.

I also share the gradual approach I use with my patients to return to running postpartum, including breath work, core and pelvic floor rehab, strength training, and guidance on how to test your body without pushing too far, too fast. My goal is to help you feel strong and confident as you get back to the activities you love while protecting your long-term recovery.

Make sure to hit follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Connect with Dr. Karlie:

• Follow on Instagram @drkarlie
• Check out the website

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for my Pelvic Floor Fix Plan
• Check out all my plans and resources HERE
• My most popular plan: Get Your Body Back - Postpartum Plan - use code ATHLETE for a discount
• C-SECTION edition: Get your body back - use code ATHLETE for a discount
• FREE DOWNLOAD: Fix Your “Mommy Pooch”

In this episode, I’m breaking down why strong moms don’t ignore diastasis recti postpartum. Whether you’re newly postpartum or years out from having babies, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on in your core and what you can do to feel strong again.

I talk about what diastasis recti actually is, why almost every woman experiences some degree of ab separation during pregnancy, and why healing diastasis is about so much more than closing the gap. I also share the biggest myths I hear in my office, including “just give it time” and “never do abs again,” plus the exact approach I use with my postpartum patients to rebuild their core safely and effectively.

Make sure to hit follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Connect with Dr. Karlie:

• Follow on Instagram @drkarlie
• Check out the website

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for my Pelvic Floor Fix Plan
• Get your Every Mom Is An Athlete swag HERE
• Check out all my plans and resources HERE
• My most popular plan: Get Your Body Back - Postpartum Plan - use code ATHLETE for a discount
• C-SECTION edition: Get your body back - use code ATHLETE for a discount
• FREE DOWNLOAD: Fix Your “Mommy Pooch”