Secrets to Mastering Pregnancy Fitness with ATG Coach Amy Hughes

Mar 29

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In the latest episode of Modern Nurture, I speak with Amy Hughes, a doula, mother, and personal trainer, who has developed a unique pregnancy protocol. This discussion offers invaluable insights for mothers and mothers-to-be on fitness and wellness before, during, and after pregnancy.

Key Highlights:

Preconception Fitness:

Amy emphasizes the importance of cardiovascular health and strength building before conception. She discusses how proper nutrition, including mineral intake, plays a crucial role in preparing the body for pregnancy.

Pregnancy Fitness:

The conversation covers each trimester in detail, focusing on appropriate exercises and body awareness. Amy stresses the significance of squats and back-strengthening exercises, adapting workouts according to bodily changes and comfort.

Avoiding Labor Tearing:

Amy shares tips on avoiding tearing during labor, including the importance of controlled breathing and positioning.

Postpartum Wellness:

The postpartum period is discussed with an emphasis on recovery and gradual reintroduction to fitness. Amy advises keeping the legs closed in the early weeks to aid healing and recommends gentle exercises like backward walking and pelvic floor strengthening.

ATG Principles:

Amy credits the Athletic Truth Group (ATG) principles for aiding her husband’s recovery from a back injury and subsequently shaping her pregnancy protocol. She underscores how these principles helped her maintain mobility and strength during her own pregnancy.

Takeaways:

The episode is a treasure trove of practical advice, debunking myths and focusing on the power of listening to one’s body.
Amy’s holistic approach combines scientific principles with intuitive maternal instincts, offering a balanced perspective on maternal fitness and wellness.
For mamas looking to navigate the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum with confidence and knowledge, Amy's insights provide a valuable guide.

Catch this conversation on the Modern Nurture podcast and join our community of mothers who balance evidence with instinct in their parenting journey. Stay tuned for more episodes that empower and inform the modern mama!

How to Find Amy:

https://www.instagram.com/__amyhughes__/#

Amy's Pregnancy Protocol:

https://amy-hughes-s-school2.teachable.com/p/pregnancy-protocol

ATG Information

Knees Over Toes Guy Youtube

ATG https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=7903870.4e38cf6

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