Prenatal Exercise Concern

I know that I have much to learn when working with moms-to-be in the gym setting.

So what about my experience as a trainer? Because I have never been pregnant, does that make me unfit to be training pregnant women? This concern brought a fresh prospective to my attention and as with any new idea, it’s what one does with that knowledge that helps them learn and grow.

What makes me fit to train women is that I’m extremely passionate about helping them remain or grow stronger before, during, and after pregnancy. Without passion, another trainer would not care-to-know about the physiological changes that occur within the female body enabling them to create safe, effective, fun workouts throughout the trimesters. Nor would they work so hard to build their knowledge base to keep you safe and prevent harm. Training sessions with me are not only strength based. A pregnancy workout looks at the whole picture; from breathing techniques, proper stretching, kegel work, core strength, and mobility. Together, these things prepare women for the main event, birth! A stronger body & mind manages all stress better.

Nonetheless, I never considered this point of view before. You’re right, I don’t know how it feels to be pregnant. And I need women speaking up so that I do know. This makes me more aware of my target audience and their needs as future mommas. It helps me ask better questions, research more, and listen more intently.

So help me better understand a pregnant woman’s mindset.                            Leave your opinions, questions, or words of wisdom below!