Posts Tagged ‘pelvic floor exercises’
5 Reasons to use a FITBALL during Pregnancy, Postpartum & Motherhood
You might call it, a Fitball, Swiss ball, Birth ball or Stability ball. Regardless we’re talking the same item of equipment, a fitball is one of my favourite items of fitness equipment to use. As they are fabulous for pregnancy exercise but also have many other added bonuses. 5 FABULOUS REASONS TO USE A FITBALL…
Read MoreSafe pregnancy postpartum squat workout
The squat is probably one of the best known exercises and most versatile ! You can do it anywhere and also add resistance or weights. Plus I love how you can mix up the tempo of squats with music to makes it really fun and challenging. A squat is generally considered a “lower body” exercise…
Read MoreFab Five Challenge – Pregnancy Exercise
Hey beautiful lady are you Pregnant or have you just had a baby ? I would love you to join me in my Fab Five ONLINE Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise Challenge ! Tell me are you… Overwhelmed by the advice you are receiving during pregnancy ? Confused about what exercises you can and can’t do…
Read MorePregnancy is the best time to strengthen your core !
Strengthening your core during pregnancy is important. Why ? because if your deep core is not correctly engaged while you are carrying a baby, injury and excessive abdominal separation can occur. During pregnancy, understanding how to strengthen and also release your core and pelvic floor can really help you; especially when it is time to…
Read MoreExercises you can do while breastfeeding or nursing your baby !
Trying to work out when you can return to exercise post birth can be challenging. It can be even more tricky if you are breastfeeding. With the additional challenges of inconsistent feeding times, potential leaking breasts and trying to find comfortable and functional activewear ! Here are a few tips to take care of your…
Read MorePostural Alignment Changes during Pregnancy
Aside from the obvious growing bump, your body will go through huge changes during pregnancy. These changes can often cause great discomfort throughout gestation and during the postpartum period. Discomfort including aches, pain and swelling can be caused from the major postural changes that can happen during pregnancy. How to improve your posture during pregnancy There are…
Read MoreOutback Anna – Certified Pre / Post Natal Trainer
Earlier this year I refreshed my pregnancy exercise knowledge at fantastic course – Modern Function Pregnancy Exercise with Burrell Education. When I arrived at the course I got chatting to a lovely Mum who had beautiful accent and a newborn baby girl with her. I was impressed that she had decided to do the course in…
Read MorePOP Awareness – Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Have you heard about POP ? This stands for Pelvic Organ Prolapse. POP occurs when the muscles fascia and ligaments holding your pelvic organs, including your bladder, uterus and bowel are weakened and stretched. When this happens the the pelvic organs drop. You then have a Prolapse and this can be a bladder, bowel, uterus…
Read MoreHow to train your core during and after pregnancy – free guide & videos.
Pregnancy is the BEST time to strengthen your core Safe and effective core training during and after pregnancy is incredibly important to keep your body functioning optimally. Or if you have had a baby – it is not too late to start (remember you are post natal forever) ! Download my FREE guide where I teach…
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