When I was newly pregnant, I was first introduced to pelvic-floor exercises by my occupational therapist, Meredith Waymire. Because I have a history of low-back pain and sciatica, I hired a PT to help ...

Fitness influencer Krissy Cela kept training right up until the birth of her son, Arlo, in October 2024 - German Vizcarra/EvolveYou It’s commonly said that pregnant women should lift as little as ...

Women have a lot to deal with through pregnancy; morning sickness, fatigue, heartburn, head aches not to mention back pain in pregnancy. It's estimated that around 70% of pregnant women will suffer ...

If you're expecting soon, there's a chance you may have Googled ways to make labor easier. Taking a birthing class, aromatherapy and relaxation breathing have all been touted to help women prepare for ...

Upper backache during pregnancy may be due to posture changes, added weight, or pregnancy complications. Supportive chairs, posture adjustments, and certain exercises may help. Body changes during ...

Getting ready for the big day can be nerve racking for pregnant women but it's always better to prepare with these exercises. Exercises during pregnancy goes a long way to prepare pregnant women for ...

They say that maintaining a healthy diet, getting lots of sleep and practicing breathing exercises can all make giving birth go a little smoother. And while that may be good advice, Alissa Mosca, 33, ...

Methods 10 healthy pregnant (26.4±3.2 weeks gestation) and 10 healthy non-pregnant individuals were recruited (34.8±6 and 33.5±2.9 years, respectively). At least 48 hours after baseline strength ...

After growing a baby for nine months, a woman's body will likely look different, which is why Katie Crewe has shared tips on rebuilding glutes postpartum. The 36-year-old personal trainer, who has ...