Includes bibliographical references (pages 277-278).
Contents:
Part I Plan for a strong pregnancy -- 1 Strong is the new skinny -- 2 3 + 1 total body fitness -- 3 Mama knows best -- Part II Prepare for birth and beyond -- 4 First trimester: increase endurance -- 5 Second trimester: build strength -- 6 Third trimester: prepare to push -- 7 Happy birth day! -- Part III Practices for recovery and results -- 8 New mama recovery workout -- 9 Mommy and me -- 10 Belly blaster series -- 11 Self-care for moms -- 12 Insights for moms over 40.
Summary:
Feel confident and capable as a mom-to-be with Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy: A Yoga and Fitness Plan. Desi Bartlett, founder of the popular Mothers Into Living Fit program, guides you through your pregnancy. You will feel great in your own body, have the strength to deliver your baby, and recover quickly. With the 3 + 1 Total Body Fitness philosophy, Bartlett combines yoga, resistance training, cardiovascular training, and nutrition. The emphasis on yoga improves posture, increases flexibility, and relieves low back pain and tension throughout your body. You'll discover the techniques to nurture your mental well-being, allowing you to manage the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy and motherhood. A truly fit, confident mom is created from the inside out. Let Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy teach you how to prioritize your health and happiness, Cultivate your inner power and be a fierce, strong, sexy mom!
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