Developing a Safe Pre Post Natal Exercise Program DVD

Workout Videos Presents: Developing a Safe Pre-/Post-Natal Exercise Program Workout DVD - Developing a Safe Pre-/Post-Natal Exercise Program describes the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy and examines current guidelines for establishing safe and effective fitness programs for pre-/post-natal clients. The DVD reviews the contraindications to exercise and discusses which exercises should be included and excluded in a sound pre-/post-natal exercise program. Among the topics covered: physiology of pregnancy, concern for fetal risk, current ACOG guidelines, contraindications to exercise, warning signs to stop exercise, exercises to avoid, and program design. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Affiliation: Susan McInnis, Department of Health Sciences at Rivier (2007) (48 mins.)