So what is virtual Post-partum and Mom & Baby fitness and how does it work?

Coaching clients over the phone and via email has been around for quite some time, but with the evolution of the internet and our moms' busy lifestyles often traveling or even moving away we realized that we hadn't used the internet's full potential and decided to add virtual fitness training to our menu of wellness services.

By subscribing to Skype, www.skype.com we are able to connect with our existing and new clients anywhere in the US regardless whether they are in a hotel room, on the beach, or at home.  Skype is free, all you need is a DSL internet connection, a computer or laptop, a camera and microphone (most computers are equipped with both) and you are good to go.

The benefits:

It is more affordable than in-home Personal Training

You can be located anywhere in the world

It is convenient because you don't have to go anywhere - I come to you LIVE via the internet

You have your very own experienced Pre & Post-partum Fitness Coach guiding and motivating you

Minimal equipment needed

24hr 7 day a week email support to answer any wellness questions you may have

If virtual Post-partum Fitness Training is for you, this is what to expect: 

A 45-minute virtual or phone health evaluation to go over your unique health history, exercise history, lifestyle, personal wellness goals post-baby stage, fitness level and diet. This session is vital in order to design a custom, safe yet fun Post-Partum fitness / Mom & Baby program. In this health evaluation we determine which particular workout is most suitable for you.

Virtual post-partum and Mom & Baby programs are offered in both 30-minute and 55-minute sessions. Your baby can be at your side at all times or if you prefer you may also have the baby in a baby carrier or baby wrap. A lot of our moms love working out whilst having their babies wrapped around them.

Mom & Baby, Level 1

-Body Conditioning & Toning

In this session new moms will be able to get back to their pre-pregnancy shape in no time, by incorporating low impact aerobics with strength training and toning exercises using their own body weight, bands, and free weights. Level 1 is recommended for moms that are 6 or 8 weeks post-partum. Beginner to Intermediate Level. 55 min in length.

Mom & Baby, Level 2

-Pump with Baby

Great workout for moms and lots of fun and interaction with your little one! In this session, moms sculpt and tone their bodies by bonding and incorporating their babies in the workout. Babies must be a few months old to participate in this  session and have established good head control. This session is not recommended or suitable for newborns. (If you still wish to participate, but your little one is not ready for it, you are still welcome using free weights instead).

Mom & Baby, Level 3

-Circuit Training

If you are a busy, time-pressured mom, and you are looking for a leaner, stronger body, with increased energy, this session is for you! By alternating a series of fun strength training and cardiovascular exercise stations, this exhilarating workout will have you slim and trim in no time! Intermediate to Advanced Level. Available in 30-minute and 55-minute sessions.

What you should do before your Initial Virtual Consultation and Training Session:

• You must obtain a written consent from your OB if your baby is less than 6 weeks old if you had a normal birth, and 8 weeks if you have had a C-section. Doctor's note required.

• You should eat a nutritious snack of complex carbohydrates (fruit, bread, crackers, cereal, baked potato, pasta, etc.) one to two hours before your session to maintain healthy blood sugar levels during exercise. High fat, high protein, and high-refined sugar products should be avoided within two hours before your workout.

• You should dress comfortably and wear light cotton clothes. Dress in layers. Shorts, T-shirts, workout pants, a supportive sports bra, and comfortable workout shoes are recommended.

• Have a towel, a small snack, and water close-by to keep you hydrated. If you suffer from asthma, and you are authorized to use your inhaler, have it at hand during your session.

Remember your body takes time to heal! Every person is different, and everybody's recovery time is different. Don't be too hard on yourself at first, baby steps are recommended initially. 

For more information, or to schedule your initial virtual consultation and post-partum / New Mom & Baby session, please email or call us: