Pregnancy & Newborn Review: “Sara Holliday’s Postnatal Total Body Toning Workout is a great way to work yourself back into shape after having a baby. It works you from head-to-toe without overdoing it since it’s designed for new moms. There’s no equipment necessary and most importantly, the workout is only thirty minutes.”
Many moms experience nausea in the first trimester of their pregnancy because their bodies are in over-drive producing hormones to make a baby. Besides the typical advice of eating small meals and eating crackers to reduce nausea, I’ve found that pregnant woman really benefit from exercising. As long as you get the ok from your …
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Being a busy mom of two I know how challenging it can be to fit a workout into your day. One thing I’ve found is that if I don’t exercise in the morning I rarely exercise later in the day, because of two main factors: 1. I get involved with my kids or work related …
The Opinionated Parent Reviews Sara Holliday’s Total Body Toning DVD. Reviewer states, “It’s full of effective exercises and she targets areas which are often problems for new mothers, such as the abs, butt, thights and upper arms”.
For those of you who read my blog regularly you will notice that I’m a strong proponent for drinking water. Water is so good for you body, hair, nails, and skin…and if you are hydrated you won’t mistake hunger for thirst! I highly recommend that you carry a water bottle with you at all times. …
Amazon.com review of Sara Holliday’s Prenatal Yoga: First Trimester DVD. “I have done yoga before, but am definitely not very flexible. I can actually do these poses and feel like I’m getting a good stetch, and it’s not sooo challening that I feel totally sore the next day. I like walking and am even still …
In your third trimester it’s common to feel “big”, “awkard”, and “uncomfortable”. One of the best exercises I highly recommend during this time is swimming. Swimming will make you feel light and will ease muscle pain and other discomforts caused by the pregnancy weight gain. Try these simple pregnancy exercises: * To tone your shoulders and chest: …
As a mom of two, I truly understand how busy life can be, but it’s really important that you make your health a priority. Think of it this way, if you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t be around to take care of those you love. So tomorrow when you make your “to do” …
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A common mistake when moms want to lose postpartum pounds is to deprive themselves from eating food, even if they’re hungry. It’s very important that you learn to listen to your body’s hunger cues and see food as not an enemy, but as fuel you need to be healthy and energized. Instead of depriving yourself when …
After having a baby so many moms feel motivated to lose weight. The problem is when they go full speed ahead working out every single day even if they’re really sore. Remember this simple tip: Your body will get the greatest results when you allow it to re-coup. What I mean is your muscles need a day or two to “heal”, …
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