temperature above 101°F could increase the risk of birth defects. So make sure youre staying cool enough, and if in doubt, take your temperature after a run. If its over 100°F, youre probably overdoing it. Also, skip that post-run soak in a hot bath.6. You
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is no exception – will increase abdominal pressure, which, in turn, pushes on the pelvic-floor muscles.Any weakening could lead to problems such as stress (urinary) incontinence – the sudden and uncontrollable need to go to the toilet. The condition affects
other precautions fail, for races or special events where you know toilets will not be readily available, consider the use of an over-the-counter anti-diarrhoea product such as Imodium. Studies have shown this has reduced problems related to those prone
about your exercise programme is essential to guarantee a healthy pregnancy. A supportive doctor who recognises the benefits of an exercise programme will not only listen to your concerns, but should also address your individual needs, although you should never hesitate
and bloated as soon as Id eaten. The first trimester also sees the end of your former sleep patterns. Shut-eye becomes the stuff you squeeze in between toilet trips and drink stations. But this somehow worked in my favour. Id wake at 5am, alert and ready
before you leave home," says Dr Cathy Fieseler. "Learn every toilet on your route, and run under the assumption that you'll have to make at least one pit stop." If urinary incontinence is a frequent problem, talk to your doctor about remedies as well
