What if I recently had a baby?
You MUST get permission from your doctor before beginning this program or any exercise program. Your doctor will usually recommend that you don’t exercise until 6-12 weeks post-partum. If you are just resuming exercise do it gradually, use light weights and slowly work up to your ability. Most importantly, don’t get frustrated!!!
Your body is still getting back to a state of normalcy 6-9 months after giving birth. So you must be cautious and listen to your body while working out to any of the Moms Into Fitness DVDs. Watch Amy (beginner) on Postnatal Boot Camp, Boot Camp 2 and Core Fitness for Moms.
Watch "Exercises with your baby"
What if I have never worked out?
What better time to start than now! You can’t do anything about the past, but you can do a whole lot about the future! Exercise will make you feel better and increase your energy. So get started now with the beginner routine in Boot Camp or Beginner Stroller Pump!
I haven’t worked out in a long time, can I do these workouts?
Yes, you can do it whether it’s been a year or 5 years, just take it at your own pace. I designed a variety of workouts ranging from 10 minutes to 40 minutes. You can find the 10 minute workouts in the Postnatal Boot Camp DVD and slowly work up.
Can I workout if I am nursing?
Yes, but there are a few things you need to do: consume about 500 more calories per day (consume more with exercise), wear a supportive bra and consume more liquids.
Will my stomach look like it did before I had my baby?
Yes! Once the uterus is back to its normal size, the remaining pooch is weight gain and loose muscles. But it’s possible to even look better! Follow these 5 steps to make it happen:
1. Do a variety of exercises.
2. Bump up your cardio. These are exercises that make you huff n’ puff!
3. Watch your nutrition.
4. Give it time! You were pregnant for 9 months!
5. Keep in mind genetics sometimes plays a role in muscle tone.
What is interval training?
I have provided the quickest, most efficient way for you to burn fat and tone muscles! There is no way for you to get bored with these workouts! You will be alternating cardio for a few minutes with toning for a few minutes. All of my DVDs use interval training because it provides the best results.
Should I work my abs every day?
NO! Your abs need a break just like any other muscle and you could possibly build your ab muscles and make them bigger. My suggestion - bump up your cardio!
How often should I workout?
Minimum is 4 times a week for at least 30 minutes. If you don’t have 30 minutes, break it up throughout the day. Any exercise is better than nothing!
Do I need to watch what I eat?
Yes, especially if you want to see results quickly! Nutrition is half the battle! Make sure to read our newsletter for easy tips on weight loss or check out Moms Into Nutrition for details on post-partum weight loss.
What if I only have 15 minutes?
Studies prove short, intense bouts of exercise provide the best results. And one of the quickest, most efficient workouts is through interval training. There are great calorie-burning-benefits in just 10-15 minutes.
Try doing 1 minute of the following exercises: reverse crunches, squats, push-ups, supermans, front lunges, triceps dips, reverse lunges, Pilates push-ups, squat jumps, plank.
Or try Postnatal Boot Camp or Boot Camp 2, which offers these 10 minute workouts. You will not only boost your metabolism with these toning exercises, but feel great!
What if I plan on getting pregnant again?
Make sure to lose the baby weight in between having kids or the weight will keep adding up. Studies show if you get your body back between having babies, you will resume your old body quickly!
