The Barbell Mamas Podcast | Pregnancy, Postpartum, Pelvic Health
The Barbell Mamas podcast aims to be the go-to resource for women trying to conceive, who are pregnant or postpartum that love moving their bodies.
The times are changing and moms have athletic goals, want to exercise at high-intensity or lift heavy weights, and want to be able to continue with their exercise routines during pregnancy, after baby and with healthcare providers that support them along the way.
In this podcast, we are going to bring you up-to-date health and fitness information about all topics in women's health with a special lens of exercise. With standalone episodes and special guests, we hope to help you feel prepared and supported in your motherhood or pelvic health journey.
The times are changing and moms have athletic goals, want to exercise at high-intensity or lift heavy weights, and want to be able to continue with their exercise routines during pregnancy, after baby and with healthcare providers that support them along the way.
In this podcast, we are going to bring you up-to-date health and fitness information about all topics in women's health with a special lens of exercise. With standalone episodes and special guests, we hope to help you feel prepared and supported in your motherhood or pelvic health journey.
Episodes
120 episodes
Food as Fuel: Navigating Nutrition for Active Moms
Are you fueling properly for your active lifestyle through pregnancy and postpartum? The answer might surprise you. In this eye-opening conversation with registered dietitian and sports nutritionist Mel Sulaver, we dive deep into the critical y...
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55:14
Rethinking Diastasis Recti
Challenging long-held beliefs about diastasis recti, this episode dives deep into groundbreaking research that's transforming how we understand abdominal separation during pregnancy and postpartum recovery.As a pelvic floor physical the...
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26:08
Breaking Down "Floored": A Critical Analysis of Pelvic Floor Advice
Dive into a thoughtful critique of "Floored," the bestselling pelvic floor health book by Dr. Sarah Reardon (The Vagina Whisperer). This episode unpacks both the groundbreaking achievements and potential shortcomings of this influential text th...
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40:36
When Experience Replaces Expertise: The Influencer Problem in Pregnancy & Fitness
Have you ever wondered why certain pregnancy myths refuse to die despite lacking scientific evidence? The answer lies in how our digital ecosystem perpetuates misinformation through well-meaning but often unqualified influencers.The mot...
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22:17
Reframing Pelvic Floor Research
Groundbreaking research is reshaping what we know about pelvic health for active women. This episode dives into three significant developments that challenge conventional wisdom about incontinence, pregnancy exercise, and pelvic organ prolapse....
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34:44
Battling the Silence: Postpartum Depression and Exercise
Fear nearly kept me from motherhood. Growing up watching my mother battle severe mental health challenges that began in her postpartum period with twins left me terrified that history might repeat itself. That deeply personal story opens our ca...
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31:28
Lessons from the Female Athlete Conference
The boundaries of female athleticism are expanding in thrilling ways, yet the research supporting women's unique physiological journeys lags significantly behind. From my recent experience at the Female Athlete Conference in Boston, I've return...
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35:32
Debunking Myths About Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain
Pregnancy doesn't have to mean suffering through pain until delivery day. In this myth-busting episode, pelvic floor physical therapist Christina Prevett tackles one of pregnancy's most common yet misunderstood challenges: pelvic girdle pain.
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32:01
The Core Connection: Why You Might Be Peeing During Workouts
For active women who've experienced that embarrassing leak during a heavy lift, this episode challenges everything you thought you knew about pelvic floor function. Diving deep into the science of bracing mechanics, Christina Previtt unravels t...
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30:03
Behind the Highlight Reel: The Truth About Pregnancy and Postpartum Journeys
The comparison trap is real, and it's especially potent in the pregnancy and postpartum space. As someone who's been both celebrated and criticized for weightlifting through pregnancy and competing just months after giving birth, I've witnessed...
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24:27
Your Body After Baby: What Nobody Tells You About Early Postpartum
Have you been told to wait six weeks before returning to exercise after having your baby? This long-established guideline is being challenged by new research and expert consensus. As a pelvic floor physical therapist, CrossFit athlete, and mom ...
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22:26
The Truth About Coning Won't Destroy Your Core
The journey toward understanding diastasis recti has been filled with misconceptions, fear, and outdated advice. As a pelvic floor physical therapist who's witnessed this evolution firsthand, I'm sharing why our approach to core health in pregn...
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34:36
Bracing and Belting for Performance and The Pelvic Floor
Having a strong brace is important for lifting heavy weights. It is a critical part of CrossFit, powerlifting and weightlifting. Not to mention just life. We use bracing when we move couches, pick up our kiddos etc. Weightli...
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34:45
Olympic Lifting Modifications for Pregnancy and Postpartum Athletes
When you're passionate about Olympic weightlifting, pregnancy doesn't mean you have to abandon the barbell—it means learning to adapt with intelligence and awareness. Christina Prevett breaks down the crucial modifications that keep both mom an...
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35:02
Everything you need to know about Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain
Over half to as manyas 75% of pregnant individuals will experience some amount of muscular pain. The most common of which is pelvic girdle pain. So many mamas can go to their providers and be told that there is nothing...
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32:01
Beyond the Uniform: Why Pelvic Floor Function Matters for Service Women
Christina Prevett shares powerful insights about pelvic floor issues in the military and advocates for better awareness and support for female service members. She connects her personal experience using exercise as a coping mechanism during dif...
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33:31
Beyond the 6-Week Checkup: Reimagining Postpartum Fitness
Revolutionary new research is transforming how we approach postpartum exercise, and it's about time we talk about it. The 2025 Canadian guidelines for physical activity throughout the first year postpartum have finally been published, and they'...
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23:58
The Cesarean Recovery Roadmap: Movement, Healing, and Beyond
Cesarean birth requires thoughtful rehabilitation, but the old advice of extended bed rest is outdated. As a pelvic floor physical therapist who's competed in CrossFit and weightlifting through pregnancy and postpartum, I'm sharing evidence-bas...
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33:33
New Research Challenges Old Rules
Traditional postpartum exercise guidelines are being dramatically rewritten thanks to groundbreaking new research. As someone who contributed to this international Delphi study, I'm buzzing with excitement about what these findings mean for new...
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23:15
Stop Fearing Your Body's Feedback Loop
The shame and fear surrounding postpartum symptoms have gone unchecked for far too long. As a pelvic floor physical therapist and athletic mom, I'm here to dismantle the myth that leaking, coning, or feeling heaviness means you've done somethin...
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22:26
The Truth About Exercise and Pregnancy
Get ready to dive into a rich conversation on the Barbell Mamas podcast where we explore the intersection of pregnancy and fitness! Christina Prevett, a dedicated pelvic floor physical therapist and mother, unpacks her own experiences, shedding...
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25:26
Navigating Medical Realities for Active Moms
Step into a heartfelt conversation about the challenges and victories faced by mothers who strive to maintain their physical health amidst the overwhelming journey of pregnancy and postpartum experiences. In this episode, Christina Prevett, a p...
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33:22
Reclaiming Gymnastics Confidence Postpartum
Rediscover your gymnastics prowess postpartum with insights from Christina Prevett, a seasoned pelvic floor physical therapist and exercise researcher. Imagine confidently tackling handstands and kipping pull-ups after childbirth, without hesit...
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26:35
Understanding Pelvic Floor Changes During Pregnancy
Ever wondered how pregnancy fatigue and vomiting can challenge the pelvic floor? Tune in to the latest episode of the Barbell Mamas podcast, where we unravel the physical complexities of pregnancy. Christina Prevett, a pelvic floor physical the...
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35:03
Navigating C-Section Journeys | Empowering Recovery and Strength with Christina Prevett
Discover the transformative journey of cesarean delivery and postpartum recovery with Christina Prevett, a seasoned pelvic floor physical therapist. This episode promises insights into the complexities of C-sections, a topic affecting nearly on...
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