So, you (or someone you know and love) just had a baby and you are cleared to begin exercise at your six-week postpartum follow-up. Now what? You may feel lost or uneasy as to how to return to running, an activity that fuels you and is vital for your mental wellbeing. Maybe you have already returned to running and have concerns you want addressed. This article can provide you with a framework for safe return to running.

Our bodies are amazing. During pregnancy women are able to build a baby, as well as physically adapt to the stresses of holding the baby within us. When we pause and consider how much change a woman’s body goes through during this time, it is truly impressive. With so much change, it makes sense that there are aches and pains along the way. One of the most common pains during pregnancy is sacroiliac joint pain (SIJ).