Your Guide to Fourth Trimester Exercise
The three months after childbirth are considered the “fourth trimester” because the body is still undergoing major changes as it recovers from such a dramatic event — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. In addition, this period is when your newborn is just starting to navigate life outside of the womb, making for a significant transition […]
Your Guide to Third Trimester Exercise
While the third trimester can certainly feel like a time to slow down and prepare for the major life transition directly in front of you, the more you move, the fitter you will be going into labor (which can translate into an easier delivery and quicker postpartum recovery). Of course, given the increased weight gain […]
Your Guide to Second Trimester Exercise
If you are in the second trimester, or preparing to be, you may be wondering what exercises are safe and beneficial during this stage of pregnancy. And the further along you get, the more questions you may have about the changing needs of your body. For example, what are some physical changes that you can […]
Your Guide to First Trimester Exercise
When you first get pregnant, you may be wondering about the direction your exercise routine should take. Is it even safe, or advised, to exercise in the early stages of pregnancy? What are the best exercises for the first trimester? What modifications, if any, should you make? Because of the confusion and misinformation, we wanted […]