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Saturday, November 07, 2009 - 12:54 PM
Are you a recent Mommy looking for tips to loose the baby weight? If so - check out this blog interview on Upper Eastside Mom - http://http://uesmom.com/2009/10/20/lets-get-personal.aspx\
Article is also below...
Let's get personal
Be honest. How long did it take you to lose the baby weight? Or maybe junior is entering nursery school and reminders of his 9 month gestation are still hanging around, literally? Don't worry, getting back in shape after pregnancy is no small feat, but it IS possible,especially if you seek the expert services of a personal trainer. Granted, after having a kid it's kind of hard to make time to hit the gym (especially when you're sleep deprived!), but that's why having a trainer work with you one and one is so important. They show up at your house and kick your butt into gear, so it's kind of hard to be flaky. I talked to two of the city's best trainers about how to get your body back after baby, and here's what they had to say. (And by the way, I recommend choosing a woman, soooo much easier to explain the pain down there, stitches, hemorrhoids, etc.)
Fitness Experts - Cherie Lily
& Jewel Elizabeth
On starting early:
CL: "The best thing you can do is to begin your exercise routine before you get pregnant, so you can continue your exercise routine throughout your pregnancy. Try to make fruit, vegetables and protein your priority during meals and do your best to keep away from sugary foods. Drink lots of water and try to eat small meals throughout the day versus fewer large meals."
JE: "Those who work out during their pregnancy bounce back much more quickly (and they generally go through an easier labor process) than those who don't. I've I've seen women doing one legged deadlifts and spin class the day before going into labor! Eat healthy whole foods and grains. Of course you need to eat for two but some women start eating for five. Figure out a healthy caloric intake with your doctor and fulfill it with fiber rich foods."
On getting your tummy back:
CL: "I try to remind clients to exercise patience when it comes to the abdominal region. The desired results will manifest with commitment and determination, but patience is key. Exercising with a stability ball or bosu will help activate your core because of the unstable surface. I also recommend finding a pilates, power yoga, or core strength DVD. If you can commit to doing the DVD once a day, that's a great start! You can also breakup the DVD if you need to take care of your baby, just commit to getting it done."
JE: "If you start working out consistently once your doctor gives you the green light, you can see major changes in 4-6 weeks. They key is consistency. Make your body get into the habit of working out."
On not putting too much pressure on yourself:
JE: "What shocks me the most is how much clients don't give themselves credit for what they've been through. You've completely changed your body makeup, muscularly and hormonally. If you had a c-section you also went through major surgery, so it's going to take time to get back into shape."
CL: "It is possible to get your figure back and even a six pack after pregnancy with focus, determination,and a commitment to excellence. After pregnancy it can be difficult to find the time to exercise, but if you can commit to your BEST during the moments you do exercise, you will see results."
On working out with baby in tow:
CL: "One of the best things you can do with your baby is go for a walk. Especially if you live in New York City, it's easy to put your baby in the stroller and start moving. That's a great way to get your cardio in and get out of your apartment. For strength, try deep walking lunges while pushing your stroller, lateral leg lifts while holding your stroller, and calf raises behind your stroller."
JE: "If you're near a bench or railing, pop out 3-4 sets of 15 push-ups or tricep dips. Most importantly you have to give yourself permission to have your workout time. It doesn't make you a bad mommy, it actually makes you a better one! I have a client with 18 month old twins and whenever she has to cancel a session she feels tired and cranky for days. Babies take so much energy, patience and time, that energy has to come from somewhere. Working out is an investment in yourself, which is an investment in your baby.
They say it takes 9 months to gain the weight and 9 months to lose it. My advice is try not to gain a ton to begin with during your pregnancy (it's not healthy for you or the baby), and definitely do prenatal yoga. After the delivery and the doctor's okay, start slowly but be consistent, and make sure everyone in your life (that means hubby!) is supportive and helps you make time for exercise. And lastly, when in doubt just hit the road with baby and rediscover Central Park in all its beauty (or call Cherie or Jewel for motivation!).
Cherie Lily
(646) 283.0811
www.twitter.com/Cherielily
www.facebook.com/Cherielily
www.myspace.com/cherielily
www.Cherielily.com
Jewel Elizabeth, 646.554.7438
www.JewelElizabeth.com
www.RockSolidPilates.com
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