Episode 249: How to Build Physical Strength in Pregnancy

To Birth and Beyond

In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie talk about strength training in pregnancy, and how that can help you prepare ahead for postpartum.

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Resources and References

  • Anita’s Bump to Birth LIVE online group coaching waitlist is open!

Show Notes

0:55 - The waitlist is now open for the online group coaching option for Anita’s Bump to Birth Program (includes live teaching!)

3:10 - What we are talking about on today’s episode!

5:51 - Exercise #1: Squats

10:22 - Exercise #2: Lunges

14:12 - Exercise #3: Deadlifts

17:44 - “Exercise” #4: Upper Body Strength Training

20:36 - Finding a balance of Strength Training and Mobility Work

22:15 - Strength training and mobility adjustments/modifications/considerations

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