A: Absolutely. Many of the exercises require no equipment at all. You will still gain strength and tone through following the exercise segments using no weight. As you become more fit, you may want to add resistance using tools you can find on our products page.
Q: Is it safe
for me to work out during pregnancy?
A: Usually, yes, though we recommend clearing
any exercise plans with your personal physician.
You should also have him or her check for a
condition known as Diastasis Recti, which will
necessitate modifying or avoiding certain
exercises.
Q: What is Diastasis Recti?
A: Diastasis Recti is the separation of the
connective tissue along the abdominal muscles
during pregnancy. As a woman’s belly grows, it
is normal to have a small degree of stretching
and separation in this tissue. But an excessive
amount of separation will necessitate
modification of exercises that utilize the
oblique muscles. Check with you doctor to make
sure that you do not have this condition before
beginning exercise.
Q: If I have Diastasis Recti, can I
exercise at all?
A: Definitely, and Go Mom Fitness: 15 To Fit
makes specific modifications for this condition
during each exercise segment. Your safety and
overall well-being are the primary concern.
Q: What muscles will I use during
this workout?
A: The exercise segments in Go Mom Fitness: 15
To Fit utilize all of your body’s major muscle
groups, but special attention is paid to those
you will need most during and after your
pregnancy. For instance, the lower body segments
focus on the hips, gluteals and lower back
muscles, while the upper body segments emphasize
maintaining the muscles that will help keep good
posture and prevent back strain.
Q: If I work out with weights, will I
develop huge muscles?
A: Definitely not. The DVD utilizes light
weights which assist in toning muscles and
increasing strength. Women simply do not have
the genetic makeup necessary to build bulking
muscles in most cases. While you will put on
some muscle, it will most likely not be
noticeable visually. However, that additional
muscle will aid you in burning fat once you
deliver, and help you get your body back in
shape faster.
Q: What kind of results can I expect
from following the program outlined in this DVD?
A: You will benefit in numerous way, mentally as
well as physically. You should see an overall
increase in strength, muscle tone, balance and
better posture. Additionally, you should notice
a clearer mind and an increased sense of overall
well-being. If you’ve been having back pain with
your pregnancy, the torso strengthening segment
should help to eliminate it.
Q: How long will it take to see
results?
A: Everyone’s body is different, so results will
vary from person to person. Most exercisers will
see an increase in strength within three weeks
of beginning this DVD, assuming that they are
utilizing it 3-4 times weekly.
Q: I don’t have a lot of time to
invest. Will I still see results if I only do
fifteen minutes a few times a week?
A: Definitely. Remember, fitness is a
lifestyle, not a short term goal. Every effort
that you invest will result in feeling better
and healthier. Doing something will always reap
more results than doing nothing at all.
Q: I have heard a lot about Kegel
exercises. What are they?
A: Kegels are exercises that target the
pelvic floor muscles, which support the pelvic
organs. These muscles are fundamental to sexual
functioning as well as proper functioning of the
bowels and bladder. Watch the bonus segment in
the DVD to find out how to identify and
strengthen these muscles, which will be put
under additional stress during pregnancy. Having
strong pelvic muscles will make labor and
delivery much easier. They will also help to
reduce incontinence after birth and for many
years to come. In other words, having strong
pelvic muscles ensure that you won’t live in
fear of sneezing!
