Active moms

The Giorgia Pregnancy & Post-Partum fitMindset program was born alongside the moms who embrace its workouts during this transformative season of their lives.

When I convey the significance of nurturing our bodies during early motherhood to my students, I always reminisce "If only I had access to a GfM program during my pregnancies and recoveries."

Pregnancy:

As soon as we discover the pregnancy, I encourage moms to take their Personal Evaluation measurements. These numbers will guide us towards a healthy pregnancy and make it easier to celebrate postpartum success.

🏻‍♀Throughout the 9-month journey, I guide my “mom to be” students on how to cultivate Core awareness and utilize these muscles effectively during workouts.  

During the first trimester, nausea and low energy can pose significant challenges. However, I always urge moms to remain active and diligent. Even if they lack energy for a full workout, a 30-minute walk or stretching session can suffice. And if they have their doctor's approval and don't experience any sickness, the sky's the limit!

The second trimester is a blast! Our bellies are still manageable, energy levels are high, and weight gain is moderate. During this time, we focus on the mental aspect of our workouts and optimize their benefits by gradually adjusting intensity for safety and progress. And to make the most of this phase, we offer our popular Pelvic Floor Workshop!

During the third trimester, we avoid core exercises like crunches and planks, as well as any jumping exercises that aren't essential for mental wellbeing. As our bellies grow heavier, we gradually decrease workout intensity without compromising their effectiveness.

During cardio intervals, we incorporate low-impact modifications and shift our focus from core to legs and arms. This approach prepares our bodies to support our growing bellies to labor, reduce back pain, and handle the everyday demands of motherhood, like carrying a baby and their gear.

Post-Partum:

Rest is crucial for your mental health and pelvic floor in the first six to eight weeks postpartum. But thanks to what you have learned during our Pelvic Floor workshop, you can begin gently strengthening those muscles while feeding your baby.

Just because you're cleared at your 6-week postpartum appointment doesn't mean you're ready to go for a 5-mile run. It's important to move your body safely under the guidance of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and a fitness coach specializing in postpartum rehabilitation. That's why scheduling an appointment with a physical therapist before jumping back into your fitness routine is always a smart choice.

Every postpartum experience is unique, just like every baby and mom. That's why having a fitness coach by your side is essential to achieving a healthy recovery and establishing a new, long-lasting, active routine.

In the postpartum period, there are some general guidelines to follow such as avoiding direct core exercises in the first few weeks, gradually progressing to wall planks, basic ab exercises, and low-impact cardio. However, it's essential to tailor your exercise routine based on your personal feedback. Pay attention to any pressure in your abdominal wall or pelvic floor, leaking, lower back pain, and other potential indicators.

A slow and consistent approach to core awareness can lead to a full recovery, allowing moms to be active again and set new personal fitness goals. It's not about going back to where you were before, but rather moving forward towards becoming a stronger and healthier mom.