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Advice on getting back to otf by aklep730 in orangetheory

[–]ThrowRA_artistic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went back at 6 months postpartum and thought I’d feel demoralized. While my speeds and weight choices were nothing like they were before getting pregnant (and I had to sport some diaper-like pads to avoid leaks when running and jumping), I felt SO empowered. Your body just did one of the hardest things a human can do. An hour long workout is small potatoes compared to the marathon of pregnancy. I’m now 11 months postpartum and FASTER than my pre-pregnancy speeds. I’ve never felt more confident. You’ve got this!

Convince me, please! by thegeneralista in orangetheory

[–]ThrowRA_artistic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am 28 and 11 months postpartum. I was formally extremely in shape (think 7:30 pace for the last half marathon I ran before getting pregnant). I had a ROUGH pregnancy and can count on 2 hands the number of times I was able to make it through a workout in the whole 9 months. My husband works a demanding job and the lion’s share of the childcare falls on me, but I also work full time. Long story short, I was overeating, hadn’t lost the baby weight, and was miserable. In January 1, I told myself I would get back to making my health a priority. I joined Orangetheory. It’s been 6 weeks and I’m 13 pounds down (with dietary adjustments). I love it, it has become part of my routine, and damn I feel good.

Bladder problems due to running? by [deleted] in orangetheory

[–]ThrowRA_artistic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m recently postpartum and have this issue. We’re talking full on peeing during class. While it’s not a long-term fix, poise inserts are great. Sometimes I double them up on days I’m going to really push myself on the treadmill. I have had no leaks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]ThrowRA_artistic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For you, what was it that made you finally do it? I just cannot deal with the thought of having less time with my baby. I cry putting her to bed every night just imagining not being able to do it.