Author : James F. Clapp
Publisher :
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 40,70 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1936374331
"Presents various benefits of exercising during all the stages of pregnancy, and gives exercise recommendations for pregnant women."--Résumé de l'éd.
Author : Catherine Cram
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 40,26 MB
Release : 2011-05-04
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1118069889
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 : Brandi Dion
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 38,85 MB
Release : 2014-04-29
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0738217271
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 : Lindsay Brin
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 38,92 MB
Release : 2011-03-29
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1101513454
A simple, easy-to-follow guide for staying fit while pregnant and shedding the post-baby pounds after! Being a mom is the toughest job in the world. It's difficult to take time for yourself. Now, in How to Exercise When You're Expecting, even the busiest moms can learn how to stay strong and fit during their pregnancy and lose the post-baby weight after. Lindsay Brin, a women's fitness expert and creator of #1 bestselling Moms Into Fitness DVD series, shares insider tips to: -Understanding and tackling food cravings -Exercises that are safe to perform during different stages of pregnancy -Preparing for labor through relaxation and yoga techniques -How your body and metabolism changes after childbirth -Keeping fitness and nutrition a priority when time is scarce Battle-tested through Lindsay's own pregnancies, How to Exercise When You're Expecting offers a before, during, and after guide that will get moms back in pre-baby shape-or better.
Author : Tracey Mallett
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 50,78 MB
Release : 2009-08-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0786749636
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 : Lisa Westlake
Publisher :
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 29,75 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Mothers
ISBN : 9780733628351
A companion volume to EXERCISING FOR TWO, this book guides women through early postnatal recovery, helping them to slowly recommence activity without causing problems that can be associated with inappropriate choices or going too hard too fast too soon. In full colour, this easy-to-use and accessible book explores the vast range of exercise options available for mums to get back in shape as well as providing helpful physio and lifestyle hints for looking after mother and baby during this precious early time.
Author : Michelle Carson
Publisher :
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 13,27 MB
Release : 2012-05-04
Category :
ISBN : 9781477407837
Pregnancy Without Pounds - Staying in Shape Before and After Your Baby is Born Staying in shape and exercising before and after your baby is born is paramount to a healthy nine months for both you and the well-being of your unborn baby. Increased flexibility and stronger muscles can help you cope not only with the carrying of your baby during your pregnancy, but also during your labor and delivery. Your recovery after your baby is born will be much quicker. 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. Michelle Carson a mother of three young children faced those same challenges when she gained 55 pounds that didn't go away after her baby was born. In Pregnancy Without Pounds, Michelle shares her secrets to staying in shape during and after your baby is born and will help you get back into your pre-baby shape or better. * Is it Safe to Exercise When You're Pregnant? * The Benefits of Exercise to You and Your Baby * How to Exercise Safely - Don't Harm Your Baby * Determine Your Personal Fitness Level * Exercises You Can Do During Your Pregnancy * Foot and Ankle Exercises * Deep Breathing Exercises * Pelvic Floor Exercises * Abdominal Muscle Exercises * Transversus Exercises * Back Care in Pregnancy * Swimming * Walking * What Exercises to Do and What Not to Do * Some DO's & DON'T's * Exercises You Can Do After Your Baby Is Born * Post Natal Exercises * Circulatory Exercises * Pelvic Floor Exercises * Abdominal Muscle Exercises * Transversus Exercises * Pelvic Tilting * Taking Care of Your Back in the Post Natal Period * Suggestions on How to Make Exercising Fun and Enjoyable * Team Up with Your Baby * Make Some New Friends * Do As the Kids Do * Make the Most of Your Time * Use a Step Counter to Make It Fun
Author : Greg Whyte
Publisher : Random House
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 23,55 MB
Release : 2016-08-25
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 147354162X
The ultimate, easy-to-follow guide to how to be fit, active and healthy - before, during and after pregnancy - from Professor Greg Whyte OBE: consultant to numerous sportswomen and celebrities, and the performance expert behind the incredible Comic Relief and Sports Relief challenges. Complete with accessible advice and illustrated exercise programs, this is the only pregnancy guide you'll ever need... 'I loved being active while pregnant. Being fitter made the first few weeks easier and Greg's new book provides fantastic support and guidance on how to exercise throughout pregnancy' -- Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson, Paralympic gold, silver and bronze medalist, world record holder and mum 'Greg's new book provides a wonderful companion for mums-to-be' -- Sally Gunnell, OBE, Olympic gold medallist, world record holder and mum 'Every pregnant woman should read this book' -- ***** Reader review 'One of the best pregnancy books out there' -- ***** Reader review 'An incredible book - great to get straight forward, clear advice' -- ***** Reader review 'Pitched at an understandable level, with lots of useful information' -- ***** Reader review **************************************************************************************** BUMP IT UP clears away the confusion and dispels the many myths surrounding exercise and pregnancy to offer invaluable guidance on how to exercise safely and eat healthily through each trimester and beyond. Professor Greg Whyte OBE, a father of three, explains how the right exercise and a healthy, balanced lifestyle will ... · boost your chances of conception · help you to be fit and relaxed through each stage of your pregnancy · reduce your stress levels as you prepare for labour · keep you energized and active as you adapt to the demands of motherhood Guiding you through each trimester, Greg provides an easy-to-follow, fully illustrated exercise programme suitable for all levels of fitness, and a healthy eating plan, which includes expert guidance on nutrition and a range of delicious and adaptable recipes created by an award-winning food writer. Designed to keep you feeling on top form, and with an inspirational foreword by mum and celebrity fitness expert Davina McCall, BUMP IT UP is both practical and empowering - a one-stop-shop for essential advice on how to be fit, active and healthy before, during and after pregnancy.
Author : Di Paolo, Julia
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 23,79 MB
Release : 2018-02-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1492552429
Pregnancy Fitness covers all physical and physiological aspects of pregnancy, birth, and recovery. Practical and accessible, it delivers stretching, strengthening, and functional exercises as well as sample workout programs to take you safely and confidently through each phase of pregnancy and postpartum fitness.
Author : Raul Artal Mittelmark
Publisher :
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 14,92 MB
Release : 1986
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN :
