Working Out After the Birth of Your Baby

Working out after baby is more complicated than you might expect! Read on to learn our best practices for getting active in the postpartum period. Spoiler alert: We want you to start slowly!

Health and Wellness, Postnatal, Fitness, DurhamOctober 12, 2018strength training, postpartum fitness, postpartum recovery, new mama, exercise in postpartum

Prenatal Fitness Q&A

We’re answering some of your burning questions about exercising during your pregnancy! Read on to learn more, including three movements you should consider removing from your prenatal fitness routine.

Fitness, Prenatal, Health and WellnessJennifer RogersAugust 29, 2018

Prenatal Exercise Myths

For many people pregnancy is an ideal time to establish healthy habits regarding exercise and nutrition. We are breaking down the myths that still persist when it comes to exercising during pregnancy.

Durham, Fitness, Prenatal, Health and WellnessAugust 8, 2018pregnancy, prenatal fitness, prenatal exercise, exercise during pregnancy, healthy pregnancy

Yoga for Strength and Injury Prevention

Yoga is a great activity to include in your regular fitness routine to help keep you limber and strong and is known to increase flexibility, agility and strength. Try out some of our favourite yoga poses and see how you feel!

Durham, Fitness, Health and Wellness, Postnatal, PrenatalNovember 28, 2017Yoga, prenatal yoga, yoga poses, durham region, yoga practice, yoga for strength

Consistency is Key!

Learn Fitmama Strong Durham’s five tips for staying active after having a baby.

Fitness, Health and Wellness, PostnatalJennifer RogersJuly 3, 2016

Is it safe to exercise when pregnant?

Most low-risk pregnancies benefit from regular exercise.

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How does exercise help prepare your body for labour?

One of the greatest advantages people who exercise during pregnancy has to a non-exercising counterpart is an increase in their endorphin levels during labour. Find out how regular exercise in pregnancy can support you in your labour and birth.