Pregnancy Fitness Course - Train Pregnant Clients Safely | W.I.T.S. Education

Course Overview
This comprehensive course combines in-depth lectures and practical training, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to train pregnant women safely and effectively. The human body undergoes significant physiological and emotional changes throughout the 40 weeks of pregnancy. As a fitness trainer, understanding these changes and their impact on each phase of pregnancy is crucial to meeting your clients' needs.

Through engaging lectures, you’ll build a strong foundation in prenatal fitness, learning about the importance of safe exercise during pregnancy. Practical demonstrations will allow you to apply this knowledge, giving you hands-on experience in designing and implementing effective workout routines for pregnant clients.

Course Details

• 6 W.I.T.S. CECs

Students who complete this course will be able to:

• Identify the 10 most common changes a woman’s body experiences during pregnancy and the resulting discomforts.
• Implement strategies to relieve common pregnancy discomforts.
• Understand and teach the benefits of belly-breathing and other breathing exercises tailored for pregnant clients.
• Explain the positive effects of exercise on the pregnant body.
• Apply physiological considerations for safe and effective prenatal exercises.
• Adjust exercises to accommodate each trimester's unique challenges.
• Learn strategies for maintaining a positive outlook during the third trimester.
• Identify ways to relieve labor pain through movement and breathing.
• Practice and demonstrate safe exercises specifically for pregnant women.
• Develop marketing strategies to attract and retain pregnant clients, boosting your personal training business.

Testimonial
"The most valuable part of the course was the case studies. It made everything feel real, like working with an actual client. It was challenging but in a good way, pushing me to fully understand the material. The practical demonstrations were particularly helpful—seeing a pregnant woman perform the exercises brought everything to life. As a mom with a busy schedule, the flexibility to complete the course on my own time was invaluable. I felt empowered after completing it."
— Betsy K., Online Personal Trainer Student

Meet Your Mentor: Abby Eastman
Abby Eastman, MS Ed, ACSM EP-C, ERYT, holds a B.S. in Exercise and Sports Science and a master’s degree in education in Exercise Physiology. As a W.I.T.S. faculty member, she leads various online courses and webinars. Abby specializes in yoga instruction and works with clients on pain reduction and functional movement.