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May 28, 2025 59 mins

In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with journalist, mom, and runner, Jennifer Heimlich, about her journey into motherhood.

Hear them discuss:

  • Jennifer's initial ambivalence about motherhood, her experience of miscarriage, and the challenging early days of parenthood

  • The unexpected joy Jennifer has found in motherhood, despite its difficulties.

  • The role running has played in her life before, during and after pregnancy. 

  • Her experience getting back into running after giving birth — and why running is a great hobby for moms. 

  • Body image and the challenges with getting back into a sport, after having a child.

  • How to prioritize your passions and personal interests after becoming a parent — and why it's so important to do so. 

As mentioned in the show:

Find Jennifer on Instagram at @thejennymaneuver
Her website is jenniferheimlich.wordpress.com


About Jennifer:

Jennifer Heimlich is a freelance writer who covers health, fitness, and all kinds of wellness. With more than 15 years of journalism experience, she previously worked as the senior fitness editor for Well+Good and the editor in chief of Dance Magazine. Today, you can find her work in various publications like SELF, GQ, TIME, and PS, among other outlets. A UESCA-certified running coach, she leads running tours in Boston in her free time and is almost always training for her next marathon.

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