Hi There
Because delivery is the ultimate goal of a healthy pregnancy it is extremely important to prepare for this Herculean task as best as possible. ”I mean you wouldn't dream of running a marathon without training first!” Of course all training should be with the approval of your health care provider and if possible under the guidance of a certified fitness expert. Our Blooming Babe fitness guru is Daniel Chicano and he has been training Jo has throughout her pregnancy. Recently I asked Daniel, who is a Corrective & Performance Exercise Specialist with 7 yrs experience as a Specialist Trainer working with celebs, athletes & mums who come both during & after pregnancy, to share some of his expert tips with us (see below).
BB Tip:
When choosing any prenatal fitness programme be sure to check the workout follows the guidelines for exercising in pregnancy as advised by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) or The Royal College of Obstrecians and Gynecologists (RCOG).
All the best & good luck
Elizabeth
Daniel's Strategy for working with Jo:
Jo says she wants to feel like her body is still hers!
- Using foam roll for massage of lower body, de-stress body before training
- Focusing on obliques to support Diastasis Recti (DR)
- Stability exercise as centre of gravity changes
- Kegels or Pelvic floor exercises - strong muscles are more flexible, good for childbirth
- Focusing on posture, strong bum & mid / lower trapizeus to supporrt lower back & give neck relief
- 12 week land based pregnancy program for last trimester
Daniel has listed the benefits of prenatal exercise:
- Increased Energy and Improve circulation
- Enjoy Better Sleep (Relieve stress and tension through exercise).
- Increase muscle tone and maintain flexibility
- Maximize muscle memory (Increase your bodies ability to recover its pre pregnancy shape).
- Prepare under-used muscles for the challenges of labour.
- Be Happy! Boost your serotonin levels through exercise and enjoy a healthy mind and body!
To contact Daniel directly please email him at info@bloomingbabe.co.uk