BODY AFTER BABY - 1
The Birth of a Child is an amazing event in the life of a Mother. With loads of happiness and the bundle of joy comes the weight gain and also the difficulty in getting back to Pre-pregnancy figure. While shredding those extra pounds looks impossible, taking a safe, slow practical approach with exercise and good nutrition can help restore the shape you remember!!
Set a Fitness Goal: As a new mom, you'll want to consult the doctor to ensure that you're ready to enter into a workout routine. once the doctor gives you a green signal, the first step is to access your energy levels and how is your ability to do certain exercises and the amount of time you can spend everyday, at the same hour while still taking care of the baby.
Track your progress: It is essential that you measure your success and that you are committed to continuing the regime.
Try the following methods:
1) A typical bathroom scale: set a date to measure your progress. Measure your weight on the same day every week in the morning before eating or drinking.
2) Take measurements too: A weighing scale wont tell you if there is any change in the body areas. measure the biceps, hips, tummy areas to notice the change in numbers.
Plan your Week: Grab a calender and schedule your fitness sessions with times that are most likely to be possible. one day you may be busy, other day you may have time to exercise, one day you get only 30mins, other day your baby might wake up within 5mins or you may feel weak.
1) Have a backup if your babies timings vary every week. During those days when you want to spend more time with your baby, plan exercises that you both can do, squats on an exercise ball with the baby in your lap. Take the stroller out for a brisk walk with your child enjoying a sleep or the vague colors.
2) Have a support system: Let family members encourage you, even if suddenly you feel disinterested, or lazy.
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- Prathyusha Talluri
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