234: Revolutionizing Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise: New Research Insights with Margie Davenport, PhD

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Margie Davenport, researcher, professor, and leading voice in maternal health and exercise science, to discuss how the landscape of pregnancy and postpartum fitness has evolved over the past decade.   Dr. Margie shares insights from her extensive research on exercise during pregnancy and postpartum, including how newer evidence continues to challenge outdated recommendations and support women in maintaining active, athletic lifestyles. She offers a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of conducting research in women's health, including barriers to funding and the ongoing need for more high-quality studies focused on pregnant and postpartum athletes.   This conversation is a powerful reminder that research doesn't exist in a vacuum. When science, coaching, and lived experience come together, we can create better support systems and more opportunities for women to thrive throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.   Connect with Dr. Margie Instagram: @drmargiedavenport Website: https://www.ksr.ualberta.ca/exerciseandpregnancy/   Ready to become a P&PA Coach in person?   Join us for the Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism LIVE Certification this September in Boise—an immersive, hands-on experience designed to help you confidently support pregnant and postpartum athletes.   👉 Register here: https://briannabattles.com/ppa-live-event     MORE ABOUT THE SHOW: The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood. You will learn from athletes and experts in the women's health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing. Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too! Tune in every other week and share the show with your athlete friends!