Prenatal yoga is a great form of exercise that you can do from the beginning of your pregnancy all the way to the end of your pregnancy (assuming you have had doctors approval). There are a few prenatal yoga postures I would steer clear from. Here are some simple things to remember: avoid anything on your back after …
Storknet.com review of Sara Holliday’s Third Trimester Prenatal Yoga DVD: “You will feel gently worked out, lithe (yes, you CAN feel that way while pregnant) and relaxed. And there’s no doubt that this workout will make you feel close to your baby.”
So many pregnant women are unsure what they can do in their third trimester of pregnancy. My best advice is to listen to your body. For me personally, I worked out quite intensely until the last month of my pregnancy. Then I slowed down a lot. I walked at a slow pace, swam, and did relaxation …
Usually in your second trimester of pregnancy your energy will increase, and your anxiety over losing your baby subsides. It’s an exciting time because you will begin to look pregnant rather than just feel bigger (like in the first trimester). Also, you will typically begin to feel the baby’s movements, and if you chose you …
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Review from About.com of 1st Trimester Yoga DVD: “I’ve always been a big fan of Sara Holliday’s videos. She’s a great instructor and her workouts have a friendly vibe – no fancy sets or background exercisers, just straightforward workouts. Her Prenatal Yoga DVD includes a 45-minute workout targeting flexibility and strength for the first trimester. …
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The first 10-12 weeks of pregnancy, most women are worried about miscarriage. A lot of women are fearful about being active because they do not know what exercises are safe to do. If you have a healthy pregnancy, and if your doctor has said that you can exercise, I highly recommend it! If you’ve never …
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Review from Arkansas Democrat Gazette of Stroller Workout DVD: “The premise of the video, however, is that you don’t need to stay inside to get the benefits of a total workout. You can spend time outside with the baby, enjoying a stroll in the park or your neighborhood while exercising to regain (or improve) your …
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After having a baby it can be challenging to get your workout in. Here are a postpartum exercise tips to get you started: *Make a commitment to yourself that you will do some form of exercise a minimum of 3 days a week (or whatever is do-able for you). *Keep track of your workouts on …
One huge challenge new mothers face is finding time to workout. Another challenge is seeing young children and babies faces when you put them in gym daycare! No worries, you don’t need to go to the gym to get fit! Here are some simple tips to get back in shape: *Play with your children. Children …
A key to getting back your body after having a baby is to think positive. Continually encourage yourself with positive self talk. Instead on focusing on what you need to change, focus on what you are accomplishing. For example, if you started exercising tell yourself, “I’m becoming more fit each day.” Take compliments! When someone …
