Strength Training During Pregnancy
Ep. 33. Strength Training During Pregnancy with Amy Kiefer
In today’s episode of The Labor Room Podcast, I’m sitting down with Amy Kiefer, co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, to talk all about strength training during pregnancy. Amy is an expert in prenatal fitness, and through her work at Expecting and Empowered, she’s empowering moms to maintain their strength and health during pregnancy and beyond.
In this episode, we cover:
The importance of strength training during pregnancy
How proper exercise can support an easier labor and delivery
Tips for safely incorporating strength training into your prenatal routine
How to listen to your body and adjust your workouts as your pregnancy progresses
Busting myths about pregnancy fitness and finding what works for you
Why strength training matters during pregnancy
Amy shares valuable insights into how strength training can benefit pregnant women, from improving endurance during labor to enhancing postpartum recovery. Whether you're new to exercise or an experienced fitness enthusiast, there’s something in this episode for you!
Mentioned in the episode:
Amy has generously offered my listeners a 15% discount on the Expecting and Empowered app! Just use the code alifeinlabor at checkout on https://app.expectingandempowered.com/subscriptions/.
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Website: alifeinlabor.com
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Connect with Amy:
Website: expectingandempowered.com
Instagram: @expectingandempowered
Links mentioned in this episode:
Expecting and Empowered App: expectingandempowered.com
The Empowered Birth Academy: alifeinlabor.com/eba use the code THELABORROOM to get $50 off
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