Providing Maternal Exercise Certificate Training & Products to Health and Fitness Professionals
Description
Chapter 1. Benefits of Exercise During and After Pregnancy
Effect of Prenatal Exercise on Maternal Health
Effect of Exercise on Fetal Health
Effect of Postpartum Exercise on Maternal Health and Infant Growth
Self-Check Quiz
Chapter 2. Anatomy and Physiology of Pregnancy
Cardiovascular and Circulatory Changes During Pregnancy
Respiratory Changes During Pregnancy
Metabolic and Thermal Changes During Pregnancy
Anatomical Changes During Pregnancy
Self-Check Quiz
Chapter 3. Prenatal Exercise Prescription
COG Guidelines Reaffirmed 2009
International Guidelines for Exercise During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Prenatal Exercise Design
Prenatal Exercises
The Pregnant Competitive Athlete
Self-Check Quiz
Chapter 4. Postnatal Exercise Prescription
Postnatal Expectations
Vaginal Birth Recovery Program
Cesarean Delivery Recovery Program
Scar Mobilization
Core Strengthening Exercises After Cesarean Delivery
Postpartum Exercise Prescription
Abdominal Rehabilitation
Strength Training
Proper Body Mechanics and Ergonomics
Exercise and Breastfeeding
Check Points
Self-Check Quiz
Chapter 5. Maternal Exercise Program Design
Instructor Responsibilities
Safety
Program Goals
Fitness Components
Exercise Session Format
Choreography
Mainstreaming the Pregnant Student
Self-Check Quiz
Chapter 6. Complications and Common Conditions of Pregnancy and Postpartum
Obstetrical Complications
Common Conditions
Bed Rest
Self-Check Quiz
Chapter 7. Professional Responsibilities
Health Screening for Physical Activity
Monitoring Exercise
Record Keeping
Scope of Practice
Emergency Procedures
Self-Check Quiz
Self-Check Quizzes Answer Key
Client Handouts
Nutritional Needs During Pregnancy
Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Essential Nutrients During Pregnancy
Common Complaints and Problems During Pregnancy
Exercise Dos and Don’ts for Prenatal Women
Nutritional Needs Postpartum and When Breastfeeding
Weight Loss While Breastfeeding
Lifting and Carrying Safely
Proper Body Mechanics When Lifting Your Baby
Forms
Health History Questionnaire
Status of Current Pregnancy
Physician Consent Form
Maternal Fitness Class Record
Glossary
References
Resources