Join this guided prenatal workout and walk through a warm-up and full body circuit, and end with relaxing stretching routine perfect for pregnant mamas and their changing bodies. Throughout the video, you'll see easy-to-follow cues to ensure correct form, as well as modifications for each exercise (while we want to get a good workout, we also want to ensure that you’re not overdoing it!).
During this workout we’ll focus on diaphragmatic breathing, which will help you to better connect with your core and pelvic floor, and can also help keep your body safe while exercising. We’ll also talk about why interval-timed workouts (alternating short bursts of higher intensity exercise with periods of rest or recovery) are a great format to use for prenatal exercise. All of the exercises in this workout are compound exercises—meaning they work multiple muscle groups at the same time—which will help you build all-over strength in preparation for baby's arrival.
All you'll need for this workout is a bench (or chair) and one dumbbell. Let’s get strong, mama!
Written By:
Darian Healy
Darian has been a fitness instructor and trainer since 2009. She specializes in a number of fitness modalities, including prenatal and postpartum training. She uses this knowledge and experience to develop classes that are specifically designed for the needs of pregnant and postpartum women. As a mother herself, she is passionate about helping women feel strong and empowered through their transition into motherhood.