When it comes to childbirth, women need to be prepared both mentally and physically. Being physically prepared for labor, engaging in a consistent fitness routine, will make labor much more bearable. Believe me, you will need to be in the best shape possible for the long delivery…takes a lot of strength and stamina to push that big baby out of such a small opening! Here are some great exercises to get you prepared for childbirth and beyond.
Before starting any fitness routine, consult your doctor.
Prenatal exercises:
- Squats- Great exercise to master for labor.
- Plies
- Pelvic tilts
- Bridge
- Adductor/ Abductors
- Abdominals
- Back
Post-natal exercises:
- Legs
- Hamstrings
- Quadriceps
- Calves
- Thighs
- Glutes
- Core
- Upper body
- Chest
- Back
- Shoulders
- Biceps
- Tricpes
- Cardio
- Walk
- Jog
- Swim
- Hike
- Rollerblade
- Yoga
- Martial arts
These exercises listed above are just a few of the many exercises recommended to do. I would highly advise any beginner to hire a Personal Trainer to learn proper form, exercise variation and for a personalized fitness program. Having a baby changes the body dramatically, so hiring a Personal Trainer, who is certified as a Pre and Post-natal Trainer, is the best option to building and maintaining a strong body.
I can relate to the pressures of getting your pre-baby body back and I advise women to work out prior to having a child to make it easier to lose the baby weight. Although mothers will never have the same body prior to having kids, I do know moms can feel lean and sexy if following the right fitness and health routine. One who has a strong body, has a strong mind to follow!
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