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Fitness should have been a top priority while you were pregnant and should continue to be a high priority after your baby arrives. Understandably, a lot has changed with your body and the fact that you are now caring for a newborn. It is important to listen to your body and determine how your fitness goals have changed as you embark on your postpartum fitness routine.

 

Here are six tips to get you safely moving again.

 

  • Get doctor clearance. Most women get cleared to exercise at their 6 week postpartum checkup. Depending on what your doctor advises and how you are feeling, you can start to ease back into a routine or start a new one.

 

  • Start slowly. You may not be able to go right back to what you were doing during your pregnancy or before. The hormones that relaxed your joints during pregnancy still have an effect on your post baby body and can keep your joints lax for up to 6 months. Don’t – Avoid jerky and high impact movements. Do – Walking around the neighborhood with your baby is a great way to get back into a cardiovascular routine.

 

  • Keep doing those kegels! Don’t stop now that baby is here. You will want to continue your pre-baby routine to get your pelvic floor strengthened and ready for additional core work.

 

  • Rest. You may need more time between workouts since you will be busy and exhausted and it’s advisable to take more rest when needed. The more rest you get, the better and more frequent your workouts can become since you will feel more restored. Understand the bigger picture- your workouts will help to increase your energy that you can use to help care for your baby!

 

  • Drink up. Staying hydrated is important, especially if you are breastfeeding. Make sure to drink water before, during and after your workout.

 

  • Give yourself credit. Although it may feel challenging to fit in a workout, there are several benefits to doing so. Not only can it help with weight loss and improve muscle strength, it can improve your mood and help relieve stress. Take this time for yourself to do something positive and set a great example for your child.

 

Do you have questions about how to get started with a prenatal or postnatal fitness program? Contact us!

 

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Brent

Brent

President, Personal Training Manager at Body By Brent LLC
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