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The Benefits of Postpartum Exercise
By Jaime Wooten, Owner of Fitness Advantage Trainer
Having a baby completely changes your life and your priorities. One of those priorities that shouldn’t change, however, is your dedication to a healthy lifestyle, and incorporating a postpartum exercise program has many benefits for you and your baby!
Some of the most notable benefits besides getting back into your pre-pregnancy jeans include:
1) Physical Strength: Picking up your baby, holding your baby, baby plus car seat, lifting the stroller in and out of the car. These new daily activities require some extra muscle, and being fit will make your life a whole lot easier.
2) Stress Relief: Your psychological well being is very important as a new mother. Studies have shown that exercise is an excellent way to combat those baby blues.
3) Back, Shoulder and Neck Relief: Hours of feedings, leaning over changing tables and holding the baby for prolonged periods of time all can take their toll on your body. Doing exercises that concentrate on your core and correct body alignment can help alleviate your new mommy aches.
4) Bonding with Baby: Babies love movement. Exercising with your baby gives you another avenue for positive stimulation and interaction, as well as setting the foundation for a healthy lifestyle.
Whether you exercised before pregnancy or never before in your life, now is the best time to start positive, healthy habits for you and your family. Fitness Advantage Trainer, in partnership with the Center for Well-Rounded Maternity Care, will be offering Baby Yoga and Getting Back in Shape classes this fall. For more information on these classes, or other personal training options, please contact Fitness Advantage Trainer at:
414-915-3334.
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