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Post Natal Fitness Training: Myths, Thoughts & Concerns

As a personal trainer and pre-post natal exercise specialist , a large part of my job scope involves  working with postpartum clients here in Singapore - helping them to re-gain their pre-pregnancy figures, re-condition their Core and to re-build their fitness levels. Journeying along with my female clients through this process, I can honestly say that it is both a rewarding and heartening experience for all involved, especially when we get to see - first-hand - the physical transformation of our clients gradually taking place right before our eyes. At the same time, via my interaction with the postpartum population through the years, it is also apparent that many myths and concerns that women have with regards to a Post Natal Fitness Programme still exist. Some of the more common ones are as follow: 1) I Must Wait At Least A MONTH Before I Can Do Any Sort Of Exercise! This is absolutely NOT true! And the sad thing is that there are still pockets of medical professi...

The Essence Of Environmental Fitness

To most people, the concept of Environmental Fitness is something relatively new and unfamiliar. However, in its essence, it simply means: programming and structuring a fitness workout in your immediate environment: one that is ultimately familiar , convenient and accessible to you. And to most of us living here in Singapore, such an environment can be anything and anywhere : from our own homes to an outdoor park, from a nearby children's playground to even a public car park. Let's look in detail some of the more common locations for environmental fitness training, and the types of tools/props available in these environments that could be utilized for a great workout! A) Home Workouts ANY space in your home - sitting/dining area, bedroom, balcony, garage, backyard, etc - could be effectively and creatively used to give you an effective workout. Add to that: common-place furniture such as chairs , tables , stools , bed frames etc to every-day household fu...