Maintaining an active lifestyle during pregnancy and postpartum is important for both mom and baby. At Moves App, we’re proud to offer specialized programs designed to support you through these important phases of life.
Exercising During Pregnancy
Consult Your Doctor: Before starting any workout regimen, always get clearance from your healthcare provider. They can advise on the safest approach based on your individual circumstances.
Benefits of Exercise: With your provider’s approval, continuing to exercise during pregnancy offers numerous benefits, including improved mood, better sleep, reduced pregnancy discomfort, and faster postpartum recovery.
Mom Moves: Prenatal-Specific Training
Included with every Moves App subscription is Mom Moves, our prenatal-specific training program. Developed with a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in Pelvic Floor and Women’s Health, this program is designed to accommodate the physiological changes that come with pregnancy.
Features of Mom Moves:
Safe and Effective Workouts: Tailored to meet the needs of expecting moms.
Trimester-Specific Phases: Workouts adjust as your pregnancy progresses.
Expert Guidance: Created with input from a Pelvic Floor PT to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Postpartum Moves
For postpartum members, we offer Postpartum Moves, a comprehensive and progressive program designed to support your recovery and strength-building journey.
Program Highlights:
Early Core Reconnection: Start safely with gentle exercises to reconnect your core.
Functional Bodyweight Patterns: Gradually build strength with movements that support everyday function.
Muscle-Group Targeted Resistance Training: Progress into more structured strength exercises.
Optional Higher Intensity Protocols & Running Competency: For those ready to push further.
Developed in collaboration with Dr. Lizzie Kieffer, PT, Postpartum Moves supports your recovery at every stage.
Features of Postpartum Moves:
Safe and Effective Workouts: Routines address postpartum recovery while reintroducing exercise safely.
Progressive Phases: Workouts evolve as your recovery progresses.
Expert Guidance: Designed with input from postpartum health professionals.
C-Section Scar Recovery Program
If you’ve had a C-section, our C-Section Scar Recovery Program is designed to complement the Postpartum Moves program.
Benefits:
Scar Mobility & Strength: Gentle exercises help improve restrictions or hypersensitivity around the scar.
Layered Approach: Works alongside your postpartum program, even if your C-section was months or years ago.
Safe & Gradual: Focuses on restoring function, comfort, and strength in your core and surrounding muscles.
If you have any questions or need assistance, our Support Team is here to help. Contact us anytime at support@movesapp.com—we’re dedicated to making sure you have the best experience possible!