Relaxin

Drug / Medication

A hormone that peaks early in pregnancy designed to soften ligaments around the pelvis for childbirth. Often mistakenly blamed for joint issues during resistance training in pregnancy, though research doesn't support widespread joint damage from it.

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Pelvic Health, Lifting During and After Pregnancy, and More with Marika Hart (Episode 43)

Pelvic Health, Lifting During and After Pregnancy, and More with Marika Hart (Episode 43)

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A hormone that peaks early in pregnancy designed to soften ligaments around the pelvis for childbirth. Often mistakenly blamed for joint issues during resistance training in pregnancy, though research doesn't support widespread joint damage from it.