Standing Partner Row
A great exercise to help improve upper back pain sometimes caused by forward rounding of the shoulders (Upper crossed syndrome) during pregnancy. This exercise draws the shoulders back, strengthens upper back muscles, open out the chest, tones biceps and will help to strengthen the core!
Stand a suitable distance away from each other to feel a light resistance on the bands (looped over each other). Inhale, then exhale through the mouth as you pull the band towards you to bring the hands to the lower ribs under control, keeping elbows tucked in. Note: you should feel the shoulder blades squeeze together and the navel drawing inwards as you exhale. Inhale to slowly release. Repeat 8-12 times.
Don't have a suitable partner? Why not wrap the resistance band around a strong pillar or perform seated on a chair with the band around a strong table leg.
Exercise during pregnancy is more important than ever before and long gone are the days when we could put up our feet for nine months and stuff our faces with all the guilty pleasures we can get our hands on...damn! Ok so the odd cream tea isn't gonna do any harm now is it, nor is a bit of dark chocolate with all those yummy antioxidants! Let your pregnancy spur you towards a healthier lifestyle and experience the tons of related benefits to both you and baby!
Now is the time to feel empowered when pregnant and assist the body in it's amazing journey.
Contact MisFit Mamas to join a prenatal class and strengthen those bumps!
Always check with your midwife/consultant before starting an exercise programme. If you feel any discomfort whilst exercising stop and seek advice.
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