Lower Body Exercises for Your Pregnancy Exercise Program from Orange County Personal Trainers at Fitness4Baby ~ Fitness4Baby

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Lower Body Exercises for Your Pregnancy Exercise Program from Orange County Personal Trainers at Fitness4Baby

Pregnancy Exercise Fitness Components:

Fitness4Baby believes your legs and hips are the motors which drive the train. Meaning walking, climbing stairs, squatting to pick up your child, lower body strength is essential for quality of life. We are dedicated to giving you safe, effective and challenging lower body pregnancy exercises to fit your workout routine before, during and after your pregnancy. A variety of exercises will allow your body to adapt and become stronger as well as keep your pregnancy workout routine fresh. Our exercise library will provide premium quality instruction for you to use anytime, anywhere. We are very excited knowing you are continuing your exercise program through this most exciting time.

All the pregnancy exercises you see here are endorsed by Fitness4Baby and our Certified Pre/Post Natal Exercise Specialist. Please consult your doctor before you start your pregnancy fitness program.
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Pregnancy Weight Training Exercises for Lower Body

Pregnancy Hip Extension on the ball Exercise Video

Begin sitting upright on the ball. Move into bridge position with your head and shoulders in the center top of the ball. Your feet will be straight and positioned shoulder width apart. You will drop your hips down then push up through your heals and squeezing your rear as you reach the top. You will finish in a parallel position to the ground. This exercise will work your butt, lower back and a bit of your hamstrings. As you return to the sitting position, push with your feet, tighten your core. Please understand that when you are exercising on an unstable surface such as the ball, your technique is very important. Please use a spotter or have a fitness professional be there for assistance.

Pregnancy Stretching Exercises for Lower Body

Pregnancy Quadriceps Stretch Exercise Video

Standing with one hand on a stationary object for stability, bend the opposite leg and grab your foot with the same hand. Stand up straight, shoulders back and pull your foot until you feel a stretch in the front part of your leg. Your knee should be pointing straight down if possible. This stretch should be comfortable and should not be forced. Don't forget to breath and relax. This should feel good.