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Jennifer Heimlich

POPSUGAR Contributor
Jennifer Heimlich is a writer and editor with more than 15 years of experience in fitness and wellness journalism. She previously worked as the senior fitness editor for Well+Good and the editor in chief of Dance Magazine. A UESCA-certified running coach, she's written about running and fitness for publications like Shape, GQ, Runner's World, and The Atlantic. She has bachelor's degrees in journalism and dance from New York University. She leads running tours in Boston and regularly runs marathons in her free time.
https://jenniferheimlich.wordpress.com

Latest Posts From Jennifer

4-Day School Weeks Are on the Rise. What Do Parents Think?
Parenting
YESTERDAY

4-Day School Weeks Are on the Rise. What Do Parents Think?

After a busy weekend, Kayla Dickhoff and her husband head back to work each Monday morning.

Parenthood Can Amplify Climate Anxiety — Here's How to Cope
Family
04/22/2024

Parenthood Can Amplify Climate Anxiety — Here's How to Cope

For Lauren Simmons, it was Christmas songs that triggered her climate anxiety as a parent this past winter.

How to Share a Cancer Diagnosis With Your Child
Family
03/27/2024

How to Share a Cancer Diagnosis With Your Child

Getting a cancer diagnosis can be terrifying and life-altering.

This 30-Minute HIIT Workout May Have You Rethinking Your Position On Treadmills
Fitness
03/18/2024

This 30-Minute HIIT Workout May Have You Rethinking Your Position On Treadmills

When you're running intervals, you can't beat the precision and accuracy of a treadmill HIIT workout.

How Much Does Daycare Cost in 2024? The Stats Are Sobering
Family
03/15/2024

How Much Does Daycare Cost in 2024? The Stats Are Sobering

Going back to work after having a baby is not a cheap thing to do.

How (and Why) to Advocate For Better Breastfeeding Accommodations at Work
Family
03/08/2024

How (and Why) to Advocate For Better Breastfeeding Accommodations at Work

You've probably never heard someone describe breastfeeding as easy.

14 Pro Runners Share the Quotes That Get Them Through Tough Runs
Fitness
03/01/2024

14 Pro Runners Share the Quotes That Get Them Through Tough Runs

Running can be rough.

Running Longer Takes Mental and Physical Grit — and These Mind-Body Tips Can Help
Fitness
02/23/2024

Running Longer Takes Mental and Physical Grit — and These Mind-Body Tips Can Help

Learning how to run longer can feel like gaining a superpower.

A 12-Week Half-Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners
Fitness
02/23/2024

A 12-Week Half-Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners

So you want to run your first half marathon?

Is It Actually Healthy to Let Babies Nap Outside in the Winter?
Family
02/12/2024

Is It Actually Healthy to Let Babies Nap Outside in the Winter?

I have to be honest: I want to be a Danish baby sleeping outside in the cold.

What the Kyte Baby Drama Reveals About Paid Leave For Adoptive Parents
Family
02/07/2024

What the Kyte Baby Drama Reveals About Paid Leave For Adoptive Parents

Last month, the popular baby clothing brand Kyte Baby came under fire for denying a new mom's request to work remotely while her adopted son was in a neonatal intensive care unit hours from her home.

Parent Coaches Are on the Rise. Should You Hire One?
Family
01/16/2024

Parent Coaches Are on the Rise. Should You Hire One?

Toddlers aren't the only ones who have tantrums.