Andrea Yarbrough PT, DPT of Tampa, Florida is our featured physical therapist today. Andrea has a passion for pelvic health and for men and women focusing on sexual health, post-partum, and incontinence. She offers insights on diastasis recti and working out. Dr. Yarbrough is an excellent resource for all things pelvic and women’s health-oriented.
In today’s video, Andrea takes us through a simple modification for working out during the 2nd and 3rd trimester.
“Spoiler Alert: You can lay on your back while pregnant! 😳
The ACOG (American College of OB and GYN) recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity weekly while pregnant! That’s roughly 30-minute workouts, 5 days a week!
When it comes to laying on your back, don’t stay here for prolonged periods. Get your 10-12 reps in and switch positions. Go to side-lying or all 4’s for a different position, and repeat.
Here are some of my favorite modifications throughout pregnancy for horizontal pressing!
If you’re pregnant or know someone that is pregnant, let them know about the importance of birth prep. We are releasing a birth prep virtual class this month! Link in bio to sign up for details!
As always, discuss exercise with your birth provider during your early prenatal visits. This is not to be used as medical advice. There are certain conditions or pregnancy complications that would warrant not exercising throughout pregnancy. This should be discussed with your provider!”
– Content provided by Dr. Andrea Yarbrough
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