yummy mummy workout



SO WHAT WILL THE YUMMY MUMMY WORKOUT DO FOR ME?

  1.  Burn lots of calories for a leaner, meaner body
  2. Tone up sagging tummy muscles and restore abdominal muscle strength
  3. Raise your overall fitness and stamina
  4. Shape and tone the muscles of the upper arm
  5. Make you stronger through core conditioning work
  6. Strengthen the pelvic floor muscles
  7. Strengthen the muscles of the upper back which in turn will help to alleviate back pain and promote good posture
  8. Promote fat loss whilst aiding muscle growth
  9. Strengthen the chest muscles which support the increased weight of the breasts

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

  • Comfortable workout clothes
  • A really good pair of trainers for foot stability
  • Drink bottle and towel

IF I BRING ALONG MY BABY, WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO BRING?

  • A car seat/baby chair/push chair for the baby to sit in whilst the class takes place
  • The usual items to change and feed your baby

MY BABY IS NOW A TODDLER. CAN I BRING HIM TO THE CLASS?

For insurance purposes, babies need to remain in their car seat/baby chair, etc, whilst the workout is in progress, therefore the class is most suitable for mums with babies who have not yet started walking.

WHERE CAN I FEED AND CHANGE MY BABY?

There is a private room next door to where we workout. This room can be used for feeding and changing.

WHEN AND WHERE ARE THE CLASSES?

YUMMY MUMMY classes are held weekly at Marske Leisure Centre on a Thursday morning from 9.30 – 10.30 am with new mum, Rachael.

After the class why not stay for a cuppa and chat with other mums. Classes commence Thursday 10th June 2010.

HOW MUCH ARE THE CLASSES?

Classes are £4.00 per session. Check out our special offers and discounts though for some great savings on classes.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I ATTEND?

Once you feel ready, we would recommend attending the Yummy Mummy Workout alongside two other cardio workouts, (e.g. Walking, Cycling, Swimming, etc, or any of the following classes: Body Attack Challenge, Body Combat, Body Step, Body Attack, Body Fit), plus some strength and conditioning work such as Pilates or Body Pump. Flexibility work would also be a great compliment to your programme, which Body Balance or Pilates is great for. Remember though, you should have your post natal check up at your doctors to get the all clear to exercise. It will take time to build up your level of fitness so be patient and don’t over do it!

SO DESCRIBE A TYPICAL CLASS

The Yummy Mummy Workout begins with an aerobic warm up followed by 20 minutes of fat burning, calorie killing work that will also help to shape and tone the hips, thighs and buttocks. Next we target the muscles of the arms and shoulders before hitting the floor for core conditioning work to shape up the tummy muscles and strengthen the pelvic floor. Towards the end of the session there is the option to complete a t exercises with your baby and finally we finish with 5 minutes of complete relaxation. Ahhh!! After the workout, tea and coffee is provided for all participants.

HOW DO I DO THE YUMMY MUMMY WORKOUT SAFELY?

Your fully qualified instructor is there to make sure you do everything correctly, but try to remember:

  • Good posture is the foundation of all exercise.
  • Focus on learning the right technique at the beginning.
  • Work continuously at perfecting your technique.
  • Perform the movements with control - smooth actions, not jerky.
  • Always keep your joints slightly bent, don’t lock out your arms or legs.
  • Listen to your body, it will tell you if something is not right.
  • The Yummy Mummy Workout should feel challenging, but at any time you need to take a rest, that’s fine!

The Yummy Mummy Workout is for all new mums that have received their post natal check up and are clear to exercise. Please take it easy at first and don’t do anything that causes you any pain. Listen to your body and rest throughout the workout as and when you need to. Some muscle pain is natural at first, especially if it’s the same on both sides of your body. This is muscle soreness. Muscle soreness is typical when starting out on a training programme and normally occurs 24 to 48 hours after exercise.

If you have pain down only one side or in the joints, check with the instructor. If the pain continues, see your doctor.

If you’d like to know more drop Rachael an email at Rachael@rachaelsfitness.co.uk or call Rachael directly on 01642 481723.