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#342 Brianna Battles - Postpartum Strength and Athleticism

Feb 27, 2025

Brianna Battles, CEO of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism, is an expert in training pregnant and postpartum athletes. She discusses the outdated research surrounding female athleticism and pelvic health, debunking myths about exercise during and after pregnancy. Brianna emphasizes the emotional challenges mothers face and the importance of individualized training strategies. She also highlights pelvic floor health, the benefits of rucking for bone density, and the necessity of understanding body composition for aging well.

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Motherhood is redefining athleticism, allowing women to continue and even enhance their athletic careers post-childbirth.

Outdated research often neglects the specific needs of female athletes in prenatal and postpartum contexts, necessitating updated guidelines.

Addressing the stigma around miscarriage can empower women to engage in beneficial exercise during pregnancy, aiding both mental and physical health.

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Athleticism and Motherhood

Athleticism does not cease when a woman becomes a mother, as many women are extending their athletic careers into motherhood. The previous cultural perception that athleticism expires after college is changing, with more women actively participating in strength training and competitive sports even after childbirth. This development illustrates that women are training in ways that are increasingly aligned with their athletic identities, and they are seeking support throughout different life stages, including pregnancy and postpartum. The prevalence of women engaging in various fitness programs reinforces the notion that motherhood is not a hindrance but rather a new phase of an athletic journey.

Intro

4min

Navigating Fitness through Motherhood

28min

Empowering High-Impact Training for Women

5min

Understanding Body Composition for Aging Well

2min

The Benefits of Rucking for Bone Health

6min

Empowering Transformation Through Fitness

6min

Navigating Women's Health in Sports

11min

Resources and Community in Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism

2min

Brianna Battles is the industry leading authority on postpartum athleticism.

Brianna guests to share:

-Why “athleticism doesn’t end when motherhood begins”

-Why going through pregnancy doesn’t automatically qualify fitness influencers to become coaches or educators on postpartum training

-Breaking rigid identities around training and allowing for an evolution of how training works across different seasons of life

-The importance of maintaining bone mineral density

-Thoughts on fuelling for performance

-Thoughts on navigating the confusing messaging aimed at women

-Plus so much more

00:36 Athleticism and Motherhood

02:47 Outdated Research and Pelvic Health

04:25 Miscarriage and Exercise Myths

06:53 Training Strategies for Pregnant Athletes

09:25 Mental and Emotional Challenges

12:48 Coaching Female Athletes

21:55 Navigating Fitness Industry Confusion

32:16 Embracing Athleticism at Any Age

32:58 Overcoming Fear of High Impact Activities

33:23 Pelvic Health and High Impact Training

35:52 The Importance of Bone Health

39:06 Rucking and Bone Density

44:44 Encouraging Fitness in Older Adults

51:33 Navigating Female Athlete Health

55:04 Body Image and Performance Pressure

57:53 Seasonal Training and Body Fluctuations

01:01:39 Resources and Final Thoughts

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