
Postpartum Return to Sport, GLP-1s, and Pelvic Floor Expectations: What the Evidence Is Actually Telling Us
Pregnancy and postpartum are seasons of massive physical, emotional, and identity change — especially for people who love to move their bodies. In this week’s
High-Load Strength Training, Miscarriage, and the Female Athlete: What the New Research Tells Us
Navigating Exercise, Pregnancy, and Postpartum as an Active Woman Whether you consider yourself recreationally active or a competitive athlete, pregnancy and postpartum bring up a

Social Media Is a Health Information Engine—Here’s How to Spot Misinformation (Without Becoming Cynical)
You’re not imagining it: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and podcasts aren’t just entertainment anymore—they’re where people go to learn about their bodies. For women’s health in

Trying to Get Pregnant in 2026? What the Evidence Says About Exercise, Energy, and Fertility
If you’re trying to get pregnant in 2026, chances are you’ve already been exposed to a lot of advice — some helpful, some outdated, and
Trying to Get Pregnant in 2026? What the Evidence Says About Exercise and Fertility
By Dr. Christina Prevett, PT, PhD | Barbell Mamas If you’re trying to get pregnant in 2026, chances are you’ve already been exposed to a

Pelvic Floor Health for Active Women (and Service Members): What Every Lifter, Runner, and Coach Should Know
If you’re active… pelvic floor symptoms are more common than you think Years ago, I was a national-level weightlifter heading into pregnancy—and I wanted to

Why I’m Choosing Intentions Over Resolutions in 2026
The start of a new year always feels like a strange mix of reflection and anticipation. Work slows down just enough to breathe, while home

Returning to Exercise After a C-Section: Why Movement Is Medicine
Every birth story is different—and for roughly one in three moms, that story includes a cesarean section. Yet most of the information online still frames

Returning to Sport After Baby: What the Research (and Real Life) Say
The Heart of Every Postpartum Athlete If you’ve ever laced up your shoes, gripped a barbell, or walked back into the gym after having a