Training While Pregnant

As a female specific gym we have quite a few members who become pregnant during their membership. The first question asked is “How can I continue to train while pregnant?”

We also have new clients reaching out asking if they can start training while pregnant.  The simple answer is yes.

It is our goal to create a space for women to feel safe, healthy and strong both pre and post pregnancy. **This actually applies to all Women.

But understanding how the Woman’s body changes anatomically and physiologically throughout pregnancy as well as post natal is important for both the client and Coach.

From hormonal changes to respiratory and cardiovascular, to muscular specific abdominal walls and pelvic floor changes, a woman’s body entirely changes for the 9 months during pregnancy and then continues on post natal. Post natal is a lifetime after pregnancy.

There is also a mental shift required when training pre-natal and post that we typically address.

Rather than being the fastest or strongest and seeking PR's, you are now seeking to maintain strength and form, maintain a healthy pregnancy for the baby and you, and to move your body for the physical challenge it will endure (some have said it can feel a heavy PR squat x10.)

We do understand many women are pre-cautious during their pregnancy, typically their first, so we always suggest anyone who becomes pregnant to talk to our Coaches about these concerns. They are skilled, knowledgable and certified to handle Pre/Post natal clients in both a group and personal training situation

If you are interested to know more about starting your training and the benefits please reach out to our team. Both Group classes and personal training is available.