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Pregnancy and Strength Training
Customize a safe strength-training program for your clients who are pregnant!
By Irene Lewis-McCormick, MS, CSCS


Learn why core training and pelvic floor stability are essential components of a targeted strength-training program during pregnancy. Irene reviews the benefits of strength training for the mother and fetus, the precautions associated with core strengthening, the unique postural and muscle imbalances that occur during pregnancy, and safe and appropriate exercise selection for this prenatal population. Your clients will enjoy and
benefit from customized strength training during all trimesters of pregnancy as well as postpartum.

CE Course from IDEA Health & Fitness Association and DSWFitness.









Course Objectives:
  • Comprehend and apply the exercise guidelines for pregnant woman set forth by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
  • Understand the physiological, biomechanical, and postural changes that occur during pregnancy and the risks associated with exercise performance.
  • Design and implement core and pelvic floor stability training techniques using safety and alignment cues for safe and effective exercise execution.
  • Determine and apply appropriate exercise progressions based on fitness goals, safety, and effectiveness.
    Respect professional scope of practice when working with pregnant clients.
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    Course Includes: 
  • Exam
  • Study guide
  • DVD
  • Topic: Special Medical Concerns
    Level: Intermediate
    Weight: 1.5 lbs
    Complete Course  #4489     $79.00

    CECs
    ACE 0.30
    ACSM 3.00
    AEA 1.50
    AFPA 3.00
    BCRPA 3.00
    CI 3.00
    COPS-KT 0.30
    ISSA 3.00
    NASM-BOC 0.30
    NASN 0.30
    NCHEC 3.00
    NCSF 1.50
    NETA 3.00
    NFPT 0.50
    NSCA-CPT 0.40
    NSPA 3.00
    W.I.T.S. 3.00