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Off The Fence & Into The Gym

By Guest Blogger David Snively Ive been training clients for more than 25 years now, mostly women, and Ive heard my fair share of workout goals from the opposite sex. For the most part, they are body part related the eternal quest for thinner thighs, flatter stomachs, and more toned arms, and that has continued till this day. I have learned to listen to their requests, sympathize with body image discontent, and do my best to deliver results. I combine my own agenda as a trainer with 25 years of experience and constant le

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How to Do Abdominal Workouts After Pregnancy

Diastasis is a common effect of pregnancy, but one that many women don’t know about. As the uterus expands during pregnancy, it puts increasing pressure on the belly button area, which is a weak muscular point in the body. The continual pressure can cause the outermost abdominal muscle to separate, creating a bulge down the middle of the belly. This condition, known as diastasis, can be aggravated further by doing abdominal exercises incorrectly or using the wrong kind. Julie Tupler, RN, developed a set of exercises to help repair the muscles and get rid of the mommy tummy bulge.

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Exercises to Strengthen Calves

Women are fortunate in that they can pack a lot of muscular power in their legs. Toning and strengthening the calf muscles is a simple, relative pain-free process. With regular exercise–say, four sessions per week–you can see results within a month and be able to wear a skirt and rock your gorgeous calves.

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What Are the Five Domains of Development in a Pregnancy?

The five domains of development in a pregnancy are fertilization, cleavage, blastocyst, implantation and fetal stages. These domains are collectively referred to as the period of prenatal development, which is the process in which the fetus or embryo gestates during pregnancy, starting from fertilization up until the time of birth. Careful observations performed through a series of prenatal check-ups during each stage are important to assess the baby’s overall health and normal development.