What Does Caffeine Do for Runners? Caffeine is a natural stimulant. It works by blocking adenosine, a chemical that makes you feel tired. As a result, many runners feel more alert and energized after consuming caffeine. Research also shows that caffeine may: Improve endurance Reduce perceived effort so running feels easier Increase focus and concentration […]
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Moms on the Run Blog
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Race day is just around the corner! After weeks of training, it’s time to make your final preparations and get ready to enjoy the experience. While it’s natural to feel a few nerves, the final weeks before your race are all about helping your body recover, fine-tuning your race plan, and arriving at the starting […]
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When it comes to improving as a runner, it’s easy to focus on workouts, mileage, and pace. But the real magic happens during recovery! Every run places stress on your muscles, bones and cardiovascular system. It is during periods of rest, especially while you sleep, that your body repairs damaged tissue, rebuilds stronger muscles, and […]
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Hydration is an important yet often overlooked part of successful training. While many runners focus on logging miles and completing workouts, staying properly hydrated and maintaining electrolyte balance have a significant impact on performance, recovery, and overall health. For female runners, hydration deserves special attention. This is because women may respond differently to heat, sweat, […]
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If you’ve ever had to make an unexpected bathroom stop during a run or felt nauseated halfway through a workout, you’re not alone. Digestive issues, often referred to as “runner’s gut,” affect many runners, especially during longer or more intense workouts. While these symptoms can be frustrating, they are often preventable with the right nutrition […]
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Feeling unusually tired on your runs? Struggling to hit paces that once felt comfortable? Before assuming you need to train harder, it may be worth looking at your nutrition. Two common but often overlooked concerns for female runners are iron deficiency and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). Both can quietly impact performance, recovery, and […]
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Jun
One of the most fascinating aspects of being a female athlete is that your body is constantly changing. Hormones influence far more than reproductive health. They affect energy levels, recovery, strength, coordination, and even injury risk. Understanding how estrogen and progesterone fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle can help women work with their bodies instead of […]
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Many women have experienced it but few talk about it: leaking urine during a run, feeling heaviness or pressure in the pelvis, or noticing symptoms that seem to worsen with high-impact exercise. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Pelvic floor issues are common among female runners, and while they may be common, they are […]
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At Moms on the Run, we talk often about the importance of increasing mileage gradually, staying under that magic “10%” weekly gain to reduce the risk of injury. But did you know that strength and nutrition are important factors as well? Strong bones are the foundation of healthy running, yet stress fractures remain one of […]