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Part I. Plan for a Strong Pregnancy Chapter 1. Strong Is the New Skinny Live fit from the inside out Learn the secret of a strong core Become strong and sexy throughout your pregnancy Chapter 2. Three Plus One Total Body Fitness Use various forms of movement to create your total body fitness program Combine yoga, resistance training, cardio, and nutrition for a healthy pregnancy Chapter 3. Mama Knows Best Connect with your body and become fully present in your pregnancy Use meditation to bond with your baby Cultivate an awareness of your own and your baby's needs Part II. Prepare for Birth and Beyond Chapter 4. First Trimester: Increase Endurance Learn how exercise can carry you through your pregnancy Use yoga, meditation, and cross-training to fight off fatigue Chapter 5. Second Trimester: Build Strength Get strong for the rest of your pregnancy Find a rhythm and establish a regular exercise routine Chapter 6. Third Trimester: Prepare to Push Learn about the power of the pelvic floor Train your pelvic floor muscles for labor, delivery, and recovery Chapter 7. Happy Birth Day! Use your body and mind to be present and aware Create a birth plan to prepare and eliminate fear Part III. Practices for Recovery and Results Chapter 8. New Mama Recovery Workout Incorporate gentle moves and practices into your new life Strengthen and tone your abdomen and pelvic floor after giving birth Chapter 9. Mommy and Me Exercise with your baby to strengthen your bond and both your bodies Learn how to hold your baby properly during exercise Chapter 10. Belly Blaster Series Try deep core work to redefine your abdominal area Use core exercise to gain the functional strength needed to care for your baby Chapter 11. Self-Care for Moms Take care for yourself so you can better care for your baby Create a daily routine that includes proper sleep and exercise Chapter 12. Insights for Moms Over 40 Be aware of the unique challenges of being a mom over 40 Strengthen and tone your body to combat loss of muscle mass
Desi Bartlett has been teaching health and wellness for over 20 years. She is a widely sought after international presenter and spokeswoman. Originally from Chicago, Bartlett holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training and pre- and postnatal fitness. Bartlett has also worked with several celebrity mothers in Los Angeles including Alicia Silverstone and Kate Hudson. Her inspiring and unique classes have been featured on television channels including ABC, NBC and Lifetime.