YOGA FIT PREGNANCY Pre- and Post-Natal Yoga Workouts — Presented by Heather Seiniger: certified Yoga Instructor... and Mom. Pregnancy and Mothering are some of the most challenging and fulfilling times in a woman... more »Æs life. An appropriate yoga practice can help us stay healthy, happy and calm, both as we prepare for and recover from our babyÆs arrival. The 30-minute pre-natal sequence is designed specifically to help moms-to-be develop the strength, flexibility and mental focus that will help them not only in the delivery process but also in facing the new challenges of mothering. The post-natal program addresses the needs of moms who want to get back in shape while also releasing tension and fatigue. This 30-minute routine provides safe ways to build core strength, as well as effective tools for increasing energy and reducing stress. Using breath and mental focus, yoga is one of the most effective tools for training the body and calming the mind. Led by yoga instructor, Heather Seiniger, women of all levels of yoga experience can work safely and will improvement with regular practice. Modifications are offered to increase difficulty and provide a more challenging routine, as needed. Two Workouts on one DVD will help: Control Weight Gain
Actor:Heather Seiniger Director:n/a Genres:Fitness & Yoga Sub-Genres:Yoga, Pregnancy Workouts Studio:Cerebellum Corporation Format:DVD - Color DVD Release Date: 12/10/2007 Release Year: 2007 Run Time: 1hr 0min Screens: Color Number of Discs: 1 SwapaDVD Credits: 1 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 0 MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated) Languages:English See Also:
"The prenatal workout here is perfect for a pregnant woman. The yoga is moderately paced, not as slow as the Crunch Yoga Mama DVD, for example. The instructor, Heather Seiniger, has a soothing manner and keeps the class moving along nicely. There is a good, logical flow between the postures.
The sequencing is approximately as follows:
10 minutes of warm-ups: side stretch, gentle twist, cat/cow, plank, downward dog, child's pose
Squats and prenatal sun salutes
Tree pose
Standing poses: warrior II, extended side angle
More squats
Side stretch, gentle twist and savasana (final relaxation)
All the squatting is supposed to be great for the birth muscles and also your lower back. I always feel calm and refreshed after I do this DVD."
Great video
Leslie Beemer | Knoxville, TN USA | 02/05/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I thought this video was the best purchase I made out of three. The workout was easy to follow and very relaxing. The leg exercises not only helped while doing the video, but I used them later while laying in bed to ward off leg cramps and haven't had a single one since using them. I have not quite delivered yet, but am still able to do the workout in my 8th month. I am looking forward to trying out the postnatal workout to get back in shape and using some of the techniques during childbirth. I would highly recomend this one."
Good stretching
P. Tiku | 11/23/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Good yoga stretches. The prenatal workout could be a little longer, but its sufficient and great for a basic daily routine. Probably need additional DVDs to add variety to your workout."
Great for mom's to be!
Kristy T. | San Diego, CA | 09/19/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am 6 months pregnant and this video is perfect for me, I'm normally a gym rat so when I do 'Yoga Pregnancy' I still feel like I'm keeping in shape without having to worry about the safty of my baby. I can't wait to do the post-natal workout after my baby is born."
Pre-natal yoga
J. Kiley | Chicago | 03/04/2008
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I'm a runner but the rough winter has made me stay away from my usual exercise. So, yoga's not my usual thing but this is good for beginners to the concept of yoga without being too physically easy (not that it's too tough). I also like that the workout is only about 30 min. I already have a 3 year old and a long work day so getting it all in without chanting and meditating is perfect for me."