[PDF] Fit Pregnancy And Beyond eBook

Author : Julia Di Paolo
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 22,4 MB
Release : 2018-02-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1492586714

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Your journey through a comfortable, safe, and confident pregnancy begins with Pregnancy Fitness. This practical guide answers your questions and delivers the information, exercises, and workouts you need to maintain your personal fitness and enjoy the best possible experience in welcoming your baby to the world. Written by three experts in prenatal and postpartum fitness, pelvic floor exercise, and core restoration, Pregnancy Fitness covers all physical and physiological aspects of pregnancy, birth, and recovery so you can enjoy peace of mind throughout your pregnancy and long after delivery. You’ll get complete need-to-know information about hormones, body and posture changes, and common pregnancy aches and pains, along with critical information on diastasis recti and pelvic floor health, which aims to support and protect your body from core dysfunction. A full spectrum of stretching, strengthening, and functional exercises provides the focus, description, safety tips, and variations that allow you to progress safely through your pregnancy and to be physically prepared for birth and optimal recovery. The sample workout programs guide you through each phase of pregnancy, including postpartum, to help you establish and meet your personal fitness goals with comfort and confidence.

Author : Catherine Cram
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 36,92 MB
Release : 2011-05-04
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1118069889

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Are you intrigued by the idea of working out during pregnancy, but think it can’t be safe? Are you unsure how the words fit and pregnancy actually make sense in the same sentence? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how you can be fit and pregnant, whether you’re new to exercise or have been working out for years, and whether you’re in your second week of pregnancy or your 32nd. Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is for you if you’re pregnant, if you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, and You want to be as fit and healthy as you can be — whatever your current fitness level — without in any way jeopardizing your health or the health of your baby. This guide gives you the straight facts on: Staying safe when you exercise Developing a plan with your health provider Choosing the right equipment Modifying your routine for each trimester Eating well for nine months and beyond From yoga and swimming to weight training, aerobics, and much more, you’ll see how to get started with a fun, step-by-step fitness routine that will make your entire pregnancy easier to manage. Postpartum expert and prenatal fitness class instructor Catherine Cram and fitness expert Tere Stouffer Drenth give you the scoop on the activities that work best for pregnant women and how to set up a routine that works best for you. You’ll understand how a fit pregnancy helps you with delivery and postpartum shape-up. Plus, you get expert advice on activities to avoid, eating well, and staying motivated during and after your pregnancy, as well as: Dressing comfortably for your workout Warming up and stretching to increase flexibility and avoid injury Modifying your exercise routine Staying fit after giving birth Finding the time for exercise and motherhood Complete with special tips on exercising indoors, staying motivated, getting your family hooked on fitness, and helping your child grow up healthy and fit, Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is the key to exercising safely and staying fit throughout your pregnancy and beyond!

Author : Lynne Robinson
Publisher : Kyle Books
Page : 615 pages
File Size : 24,59 MB
Release : 2016-08-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0857835181

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Pilates for Pregnancy offers over 60 gentle exercises divided into two main sections: Early Pregnancy (0 to 16 weeks) and Later Pregnancy (16 weeks to birth). In addition, Lynne offers exercises for pre- and post-pregnancy. The book covers all the current health guidelines: for instance, did you know that exercising supine during pregnancy increases your chances of developing supine hypotensive syndrome? The book is especially unique for its inclusion of a Q&A with a midwife on preparing for labour and the birth itself, a series of postnatal exercises that you can do with your baby, plus a groundbreaking new exercise programme for correcting diastasis recti (abdominal separation that occurs shortly after childbirth). With Pilates for Pregnancy you will be well on your way to attaining an enjoyable and enriching pregnancy.

Author : Amelia Ricci
Publisher : Living Beauty Fitness
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 27,19 MB
Release : 2018-01-09
Category :
ISBN : 9780648245810

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Any woman will benefit from this book which covers pregnancy health and fitness for each trimester. Find answers to questions about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy incl. expected weight gain and how fast your body can bounce back. A post natal exercise guide with photo glossary is included to give you the exercises to strengthen and rehabilitate your core muscles to begin to build back up to health and fitness post baby. Amelia Ricci, 15 years exp. Fitness Professional, examines exactly what you can expect including changes in weight, skeletal and muscle structure, but also the important mental and emotional side of pregnancy so you can have a journey that is safe but also enjoyable.

Author : Tara Lee
Publisher : Watkins Media Limited
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 26,49 MB
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1848991266

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Two leaders in pregnancy yoga share useful yoga techniques to guide expectant mothers from bump to birth and beyond Authoritative yet thoroughly accessible, this user-friendly book provides yoga techniques for pregnancy and beyond, helping expectant mothers to deal with all the physical and emotional changes you experience along the way. Authors Tara Lee and Mary Attwood—both leaders in the field—explain the important fundamentals of pregnancy yoga, such as: • Using breathwork to relax your body and reduce stress • Guided meditations and visualizations to help you feel calm and positive • Illustrated step-by-step routines to energize you and relieve muscle tension and pain • Beneficial postures for a range of common pregnancy-related conditions, including back pain, breathlessness, and swollen ankles • Advice on preparing for labor and childbirth • Post-natal exercises to get you back in shape and energized as a new mother Most importantly, Tara and Mary emphasize how every woman can take charge of her whole self to ensure a happy and healthy pregnancy and birth. The foreword by internationally celebrated Dr Gowri Motha, creator of the Gentle Birth Method, reinforces the message that pregnancy and childbirth is a positive experience to cherish and enjoy.

Author : Richard Fisher
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant
Page : 590 pages
File Size : 43,32 MB
Release : 2014-03-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781459675612

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Many older women spend months, if not years, trying for motherhood, then endure an anxious pregnancy wondering if they are eating and exercising properly. Fitness expert Suzy Clarkson has been there. Her first pregnancy at the age of 38 was relatively trouble - free, but trying to get pregnant again a few years later was very different. Following fertility treatment, she finally gave birth to her second child at the age of 45. Qualified in physiotherapy, Suzy has now devised a practical guide to assist older women through their pregnancies, using her own experiences of motherhood to support her text. This easy - to - follow fitness programme will take you through each trimester, showing suitable exercises and suggesting how to develop healthy habits to achieve a safe outcome, a successful childbirth and a speedy recovery afterwards. The book is fully illustrated with step - by - step photographs showing the exercises in detail. The information she provides is based on the latest research, and is endorsed by leading specialists in obstetrics and fertility. But the book is more than its exercises. Suzy is a 'real mum' who offers encouragement and a compassionate helping hand to all older mothers. Fit for Birth and Beyond is the guide you can trust and use with confidence.

Author : Brandi Dion
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 42,71 MB
Release : 2014-04-29
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0738217271

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The Go-To Guide to Keep You Active and Healthy During Your Pregnancy and Beyond Whether you're a professional athlete or a dedicated weekend warrior, you're serious about your sport and your commitment to fitness. But now that you're pregnant, you may be getting conflicting health and exercise advice from your family, friends, and doctors. With all the concerns and misinformation, it's hard to know where to turn for accurate, supportive guidance so you can have a safe, healthy pregnancy and maintain a high level of fitness. Now, in The Pregnant Athlete, triathlete/trainer mom Brandi Dion, fitness professional Steven Dion, and OB/GYN Joel Heller have teamed up to offer: Practical information on how your body changes each month, and how to gauge your own limits Flexible workout plans for strength, cardiovascular conditioning, agility, and balance for each stage of pregnancy and the postpartum period Facts and tips about eating well to support pregnancy and fuel your workouts The truth about old wives' tales and common pregnancy myths and misconceptions With expert advice and medical insights from an OB/GYN, useful information for the pregnant athlete's partner, and inspiring stories from other athletic moms-to-be, The Pregnant Athlete will help you stay happy, healthy, and in top form during your pregnancy and beyond.

Author : Tracey Mallett
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 44,86 MB
Release : 2009-08-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0786749636

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If you're concerned about the best way to keep your body and baby healthy during pregnancy -- or how you'll ever lose the excess weight afterward -- you're not alone. Fitness expert Tracey Mallett faced those same challenges when she gained 55 pounds that didn’t melt right off after her daughter's birth. But gone were the days where she had endless hours and energy to exercise. So she created workouts that take only a few minutes a day -- after all, busy moms are short on time! Super Fit Mama shares Tracey’s secrets for safely getting in shape and back to your pre-baby weight. Her medically-sound program features a blend of strength training, Pilates, yoga, and cardio. Inside you'll find: Expert advice on staying fit and eating right during each pregnancy trimester Fun, fast, and safe exercises for the first weeks and months postpartum Easy-to-follow meal plans and delicious recipes Tips for strengthening your pelvic floor, easing back pain, and losing belly fat Stay inspired along the way with Team Mallett, real moms who have successfully used Tracey's plan. Whether you start the program during pregnancy or after baby, Super Fit Mama will help you get your confidence back -- along with a body that’s even better than before!

Author : Suzy Clarkson
Publisher : Exisle Publishing
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 19,49 MB
Release : 2015-03-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1921497645

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Many older women spend months, if not years, trying for motherhood, then endure an anxious pregnancy wondering if they are eating and exercising properly. Fitness expert Suzy Clarkson has been there. Her first pregnancy at the age of 38 was relatively trouble-free, but trying to get pregnant again a few years later was very different. Following fertility treatment, she finally gave birth to her second child at the age of 45. Qualified in physiotherapy, Suzy has now devised a practical guide to assist older women through their pregnancies, using her own experiences of motherhood to support her text. This easy-to-follow fitness program will take you through each trimester, showing suitable exercises and suggesting how to develop healthy habits to achieve a safe outcome, a successful childbirth and a speedy recovery afterwards. The book is fully illustrated with step-by-step photographs showing the exercises in detail. The information she provides is based on the latest research, and is endorsed by leading specialists in obstetrics and fertility. But the book is more than its exercises. Suzy is a 'real mum' who offers encouragement and a compassionate helping hand to all older mothers. Fit for Birth and Beyond is the guide you can trust and use with confidence.

Author : Hollie Grant
Publisher : HarperThorsons
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,58 MB
Release : 2023-05-11
Category :
ISBN : 9780008589196

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Staying active during pregnancy has vast physical and mental health benefits, but it's also fraught with fear and misinformation. Although many women are keen exercisers, they suddenly feel lost when they become pregnant. Information online is often outdated and conflicting, and though women are told by doctors to stay active, they aren't given the tools or information about how to do so. Enter: The Bump Plan, by personal trainer, pre-and-postnatal exercise specialist and entrepreneur Hollie Grant. This book is an essential, expert-led, zero-BS guide for staying active during pregnancy and postpartum. With week-by-week plans and guidance on how to exercise during pregnancy, key information on how to help your body recover post-birth, as well as content on nutrition and pelvic health, there is no better companion for women who want to stay strong and active as they navigate this exciting but daunting time.