In my conversation with Bob Greene (Oprah’s Personal Trainer) for Oprah and Friends Radio Show, we discussed the emotional and physical needs of a pregnant woman along with how to connect with those you love. If you are pregnant, it’s important that you get the support you need. By understanding your needs you will feel …
If you just had a baby and are looking to lose postpartum weight, make sure you finish eating when you feel satisfied, not uncomfortably full. A common problem is women continue to eat because the food tastes good, rather than stopping when they’ve had enough. Keep your goal and mind and ask yourself, “Am I …
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After having a baby many women are motivated to work out really hard to get their body back. Keep in mind that your body takes time to heal* from having a baby, especially if you have had a c-section. It’s important that you allow your body the time it needs to heal, because if you …
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Pregnant women often experience muscle pain in the buttocks and low back because your body is trying to compensate for the increasing weight of your growing belly. I highly recommend pregnancy massage. In my experience as a massage therapist, I found that my clients felt a reduction in muscle pain and swelling of the ankles, …
When you get pregnant you may wonder if it is ok to exercise at the same intensity that you exercised prior to pregnancy. The answer in most cases is YES! First and foremost ask your doctor and listen to your body. Meaning never work out to the point of feeling dizzy, out of breath, or …
Everyone knows that exercise is good for them, but it can be hard to get motivated to do it. A good tip is to find music that you enjoy working out too. Make sure you find an upbeat rhythm that changes up so it doesn’t become boring. I also recommend that the music has singing, …
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As your pregnant belly expands it’s common to feel pain and discomfort, particularly in the low back and into the butt. I highly recommend a body pillow for sleeping at night. The body pillows that are designed for specifically for pregnancy are so comfortable! They are made to support your belly and raise your leg …
Most moms don’t really like exercising but do it because they know they will look and feel better after they exercise. Did you know that the main way to maintain your exercise regimen is to workout with others you can connect with? Think about Oprah…she states that she hates exercising, but she does it because …
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“I’m too tired.” “I have so much to do before baby comes.” Sound familiar? When you’re pregnant it’s easy to find an excuse not to exercise. Then after the baby…”I’m don’t have time”. “I’m too tired” (yes, that happens especially after baby!). So in both cases what I highly recommend is to schedule exercise into …
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Being a mom of two boys, a 8 mo. old and a 3 yr. old, I know that it can be challening to get your workout in. But I have the solutions…make your workout a game for your child! Just yesterday I put my 8 mo. old in a baby back pack carrier, and went outside with my 3 …
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