Sweater weather is officially here! I love anything and everything pumpkin spice so I of course had to make a pumpkin spice protein shake. Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk1/2 cup pumpkin puree1/2 banana2 tsp pumpkin pie spiceIce cubesAlmond reddi whip Blend the almond milk, pumpkin, banana, spice, and ice cubes in a blender.… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
It used to be considered taboo for women to exercise while pregnant. It was thought that it increased the risk of miscarriage or could cause shaken baby syndrome. But we know now that NONE OF THAT IS TRUE! Exercise is actually very beneficial for the mother and baby. A newly pregnant woman can even begin… Continue reading How To Exercise While Pregnant
Although, pregnancy is not the time for weight loss goals, exercise is still very beneficial to the mother and baby. ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) lists these benefits for exercising during pregnancy: Prevents excessive weight gainDecreases postpartum recovery timeMaintains physical fitnessDecreases low back painImproves symptoms of depressionDecreases risk of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia and… Continue reading Reasons to Exercise While Pregnant
Just want to give a little blog update! I am currently working on my certification to specialize in prenatal and postpartum fitness. I feel strongly that that is where I belong and have the most to give. I didn't start really getting into health and fitness until I became pregnant for the first time. I… Continue reading Specializing In Prenatal and Postpartum Coaching
The recommended weight gain for a pregnancy is between 25 to 35 lbs. But that can vary depending on what a womans pre pregnancy weight was. If she was underweight, then a weight gain of 28 to 40 lbs would be recommended. If she was overweight at the time of conception, then a gain of… Continue reading All About Pregnancy Weight Gain
Perform in a circuit, rest for 60 seconds, repeat 3-4 times. 12 Stability ball feet-hand pass offs12 Weighted pull ins10 Side plank lifts each side20 Flutters10 Leg raises
Ingredients: 2 cups old fashioned oats3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk1 cup unsweetened applesauce½ cup egg whites3 tablespoons Stevia2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons cinnamon½ teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups chopped apple Directions: Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Pour mixture into a large glass casserole dish. Bake in the oven at 350° for 30 minutes. Makes 6 servings.
I love a little sweet treat after dinner. One of my hobbies is making healthier versions of my favorite junk foods. I saw a recipe on Lillie Eats and Tells page for pumpkin cookies. She uses a pancake mix but I changed it to almond flour because it's what I had on hand. Came out… Continue reading Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Exercising after baby can be quite different than pre baby exercise. Not only is your body still recovering and building back to a functional level, but you have a newborn to care for as well. This can be a very overwhelming situation when you wonder how you will fit in exercise into your full day.… Continue reading Get Fit Post-baby With Just 3 Days a Week
What is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti is a separation between the 2 sides of the abdominal wall. This can occur during pregnancy. As your belly expands, the connective tissue stretches which causes the muscles to pull apart. This can look like a bulge or a cone when you contract your muscles. It's more common for… Continue reading How To Check Yourself For Diastasis Recti and How To Heal It
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