Faster After Baby: Field notes from the crossroads of competitive running and pregnancy

Mikell, Meredith Oppegard

ISBN 10: 1517086264 / ISBN 13: 9781517086268

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR009456786

Synopsis:

Pregnancy and new-motherhood can mean many changes and unknowns for competitive runners. Running moms-to-be frequently ask: - Can I still train while pregnant? - Is running safe for my baby? - What changes can I expect in my running? - Can I be both a successful competitive runner and a successful mom? "Faster After Baby" answers those questions, and many more, while journeying into the joy, challenge, and science of competitive running and pregnancy It combines a narrative of the author's personal experience, a collection of stories from other running mothers, and a crash course in sports anatomy and physiology. For anyone who worries about how pregnancy will alter their running careers, professional and recreational athletes alike, "Faster After Baby" will uplift your spirit and empower your mind with an informative blend of story and science!

About the Author: Meredith Mikell lives in Saint Petersburg, Florida with her husband and two sons. She teaches high school biological sciences and is an avid competitive distance runner, having also coached cross country and track. Meredith also enjoys SCUBA diving, aviation, martial arts, and hiking. She originally hails from Seattle, Washington, though attended high school in central Arizona and college and graduate school on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Meredith holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Science and a Master of Aeronautical Science in Space Science.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Faster After Baby: Field notes from the ...
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Publication Date: 2015
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good