Try Prenatal Pilates For a Fit, Strong and Graceful Pregnancy
January 7, 2009 · 2 Comments
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Pilates is an exercise program that focuses on building the body’s core. It is like yoga and strength training rolled into one. I first discovered Pilates shortly after giving birth to my second child. Boy, I was so weak that my body felt like jello; I could barely do half of the moves. But after several months, I got trimmer and stronger. The best part was, my backaches disappeared. I also walked (and looked) taller.
When I got pregnant for the third time, I continued my Pilates regimen. It made me feel relaxed and graceful and strong, despite my growing belly and shifting center of gravity. There are many prenatal Pilates programs available. Read the following article for a good introduction about Pilates.
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How to Get Your Pre-pregnancy Body Back
January 6, 2009 · 1 Comment
Article by Joey Atlas
The second biggest question you will ask yourself as a new mom is, “Will I be able to get back into shape after I give birth?” (The first, of course, is, “Will I be a good mother?”) The truth is, yes, you can get back into pre-pregnancy shape and, if you desire, you can get yourself into even better shape than you were in before your pregnancy.
One of the biggest myths you must get past is the classic, “The doctor said I have to wait six weeks before I do any kind of exercise.” Under certain circumstances this is a valid rule. For instance, your pregnancy may have occurred later in life or you experienced complications during your pregnancy and/or the actual birth of your baby.
Pregnancy and Exercise
January 5, 2009 · 1 Comment
Exercise During Pregnancy
by: Beverley Brooke
One of the best things you can do for yourself and your unborn child during pregnancy is exercise. There are numerous studies that show that women who exercise during pregnancy are more likely to have easy labor and deliveries and faster recoveries.
Before you start any exercise program during pregnancy it is essential that you consult with your healthcare provider. For some women it may be more dangerous than beneficial to exercise during pregnancy.
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