“Exercise is not dangerous for your baby. There is some evidence that active women are less likely to experience problems in later pregnancy and labour.”
In 2021 an American tiktok video featuring a 34-week pregnant lady performing weighted squats went viral. The subsequent news articles which followed both applauded and criticised Aubrie Geedey. With exercising whilst pregnant still dividing popular opinion, now is the time for fitness professionals to update their skills in programming safe and effective exercise for both pre and postnatal clients.
- Do you know what physiological and biomechanical changes are associated with pregnancy?
- Are you aware of the key health and safety considerations for pre and postnatal clients taking part in physical activity?
- Should we be encouraging clients to exercise during pregnancy?
- Can you list the vitamin and mineral supplements recommended in pregnancy?
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The Active IQ Level 3 Award In Supporting Pre and Post Natal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition is taught over 6 weeks through a mix of online webinars and e-Learning. It is assessed by worksheets and a case study.
Unit 1 Physical activity, health and nutritional considerations for pre and postnatal clients
- Understand the benefits and barriers/concerns of physical activity for pre and postnatal clients
- Know the physiological and biomechanical changes that take place during pregnancy
- Know the physiological and biomechanical changes that take place during the postnatal period
- Understand the key considerations for pre and postnatal clients participating in physical activity
- Understand how to collect information to ensure health and safety when working with a pre or postnatal client
- Know the role that health care professionals play in supporting pre and postnatal clients
- Know the nutritional requirements for pre and postnatal clients
Unit 2 Programming safe and effective exercise sessions for pre and postnatal clients
- Be able to design an individualised, safe and effective exercise programme for a pre or postnatal client
- Be able to record an individualised, safe and effective exercise programme for a pre or postnatal client
- Be able to identify and manage specific risks to the pre or postnatal client when participating in physical activity
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The Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Post Natal Clients is assessed as follows:
- Coursework/project
- Portfolio of evidence
Learners must hold one of the following, or equivalent to participate in this course:
- Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
- Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
- Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
- Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
We tailor our courses to your needs. We provide face to face, online or blended learning options. Contact us today to set up an initial meeting to discuss your training needs, formulate a training plan and schedule based on your training requirements and budget.
For more information contact us on 020 8481 9700 or email info@motive8iq.co.uk