Can I lie on my back during pregnancy ?

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SHOULD I LIE ON MY BACK WHEN EXERCISING?⁠ Is a question I am often asked by many pregnant women so let’s look into the current research What the research says …⠀⠀⠀ The latest guidelines released by RANZCOG 2020 state;⁠⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀“Exercises should not be performed lying flat on the back after the first trimester.”⁠⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ General Guideline: “As…

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Doing the minimum can make a macro difference to your progress

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We always want to do EVERYTHING possible to get results, but sometimes, you just have to do the minimum. Because as the MICRO, as the MACRO My client Nikki (mama of 2) who has been focusing on small micro-adjustments & noticing a BIG or macro difference as she goes about her day, watch the video…

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Instagram Reels for Pregnancy and Post Natal Mamas

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So I have been having a bit of FUN lately on Instagram Reels ! I love movement and music so I will be honest making these little clips does bring me joy. Plus I hope more mamas will learn some key tips about cherishing your body and mind during pregnancy and motherhood. Answering FAQ on…

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What most HIIT workouts get wrong !

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I have a bit of pet peeve when it comes to HIIT or INTERVAL WORKOUTS (or you might have heard these workouts described as TABATA).It’s when coaches say intense forms of exercise are the ONLY way to get results including…toning, fat loss, fitness, even preparation for your “birth marathon” etc Oh and if you do…

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NEUROPLASTICITY – how the mind body connection is important during exercise

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Most people don’t know that when they are exercising or moving their bodies, they are also working out their nervous system as well.  Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to continually change or re-mould just like plasticine and exercise can influence how this happens. As Neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart explains .. “Think of the brain as…

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How to modify a BURPEE during pregnancy or for core & pelvic floor concerns

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One of the questions I am commonly asked is.. “how do I modify a burpee for pregnancy, postpartum, diastatis recti or pelvic floor concerns ? “ Watch my video below to learn a safe and effective burpee modification… Tips on how to modify a Burpee : Eliminate the jump component to save your pelvic floor some extra…

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Do training by Trimester exercises actually work ?

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During pregnancy to get the most out of an exercise and to keep “safe” traditional rhetoric has been to focus on specific prenatal exercises that match a certain “stage” that our body is at. For example, you may have come across exercise programs that suggest … Do this exercise for 1st trimester only, these movements…

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Bone Broth for Immunity and Gut Health during pregnancy and postpartum

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I am all about nutrient dense recipes that are quick and easy. Here is a snack, dinner or lunch recipe that will also boost your immunity and gut health during pregnancy and postpartum Bone broth with hard boiled eggs and zucchini  (1 serve as per recipe) This recipe was created by Georgia Marrion our prenatal nutritionist…

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25 Pregnancy & Postpartum Nutritious Snacks

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Nutritious snacks are a secret super power that I want to share with you. As most women are not eating enough (read why here) or if they are, it is not the most nutritious choices. As a busy Mama of 3 I know how hard it is both during pregnancy and postpartum to stay well nourished. Especially…

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