FAQ TABLE OF CONTENTS


1. FITNESS 101
2. Which DVD?
3. Pregnancy
4. Exercise After Pregnancy
5. Doctor’s Note of Approval
6. Pregnancy Intensity Scale
7. What is Stroller Pump?
8. What is Diastasis Recti?
9. Secret to a Flat Tummy


PREGNANCY

Is it important to exercise if I am trying to conceive?
Yes, you should get your body used to exercise before dealing with pregnancy. I recommend starting an exercise program 6-8 weeks pre-pregnancy. My Pre-Pregnancy & 1st Trimester DVD is perfect for this time. I also recommend building up your nutrient stores and target your ideal BMI/weight.

Find your BMI here:




Can I exercise while pregnant?
Yes, with your doctor’s permission. Please use the Modified Borg Scale (scroll down to see this) to rate your perceived exertion, or how hard you are working out. I would like you to stay between a 5 & 8. I have created workouts for each trimester for you and your baby’s safety.

But please keep in mind that there is no “1 size fits all” exercise for pregnant women. Remember to take it at your own pace and NEVER get to fatigue. My DVDs offer 3 different levels so your body can determine what’s too much or too little.

And the general rule is not to do more than you did before you were pregnant.

If you find that any exercise creates a very tired feeling cut down the time, frequency or intensity.



What are the benefits of exercise during pregnancy?
Well, there are plenty of reasons and I am sure you will feel the benefits. But here are a few examples:

1. You will have a healthier placenta, which is vital to your baby.
2. Quicker return to pre-pregnancy weight.
3. You will feel better!
4. Improve recovery time, cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.
5. Relieve yourself of common pregnancy complaints: constipation, swelling, cramps, nausea, varicose veins, insomnia, fatigue, back pain, and urinary incontinence.
6. Improve energy levels, mood and circulation.

What are the benefits to my baby of exercise during pregnancy?
You have a healthier placenta that delivers important nutrients to your baby. Studies have shown healthy babies born from healthy moms, grow up healthier. Studies have also shown higher general intelligence and oral language skills in offspring born to exercising mothers.
(Clapp, 2002)

Can I workout on my back (supine position)?
ACOG recommends that you do not lie on your back after the 4th month. Moms Into Fitness® products follow the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) guidelines.

Can I do abdominal work?
This is a question you will have to have answered by your doctor after the first trimester. The Moms Into Fitness series provides core (abs and back) exercises in a safe position for you and the baby during the second and third trimesters. These specific prenatal core exercises are very beneficial to your body both during and after pregnancy.

How often should I workout?
Try to workout at least 3-4 times a week for 30 minutes. Add some prenatal yoga for relaxation. Ideally you should do some form of exercise most days of the week.

What and how do I need to eat?
“Your body needs approximately 80,000 total calories to support a pregnancy. This breaks down to an average of 300 calories a day coming from all food groups to give you the variety of nutrients you need.” (Young 2005)

Each pregnancy DVD includes a nutrition supplement. This information comes from our registered dietician Stephanie Young who has written a guide just for you including building up your nutrients for the baby and losing the post baby weight. It’s called Moms Into Nutrition. You can check out your specific nutritional needs during pregnancy and breastfeeding by clicking below:

www.mypyramid.gov/mypyramidmoms/pyramidmoms_plan.aspx

What is prenatal yoga?
Prenatal yoga is a series of postures and exercises that promote control of your body, spiritual wellbeing and a connection with your baby.

Moms Into Fitness® will take you through exercises and postures that could ease the birthing process, reduce pain and increase the joy or being pregnant and giving birth. You will use safe yoga postures to build strength and flexibility along with relaxation to develop or enhance calmness and confidence.

Stop exercising if any of these symptoms occur and seek your doctor immediately: