New Release:2016 4th Edition "Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Design CE Course"

Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Design CE Course-4th Edition 2016
By Catherine Cram and Gwen Hyatt

Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Design CE Course-4th Edition

By Catherine Cram, Gwen Hyatt

Price

$99 online format, $109 print format

To Order

Visit: www.ppfconsulting.com

Email: ppfconsultingllc@gmail.com

Call: (877) 582-2227

Audiences

A continuing education course for personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and health/fitness professionals working with pregnant and postpartum women.

Product Description

Course components can be delivered as printed products or online:

-Workbook

                          -Continuing education exam

Discover what every fitness professional working with pre- and postnatal women should know about designing safe and appropriate exercise routines with the Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Design, Fourth Edition CE Course. Learn the effect of exercise on maternal and fetal health and how to set intensity levels and modify exercise based on guidelines from the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), and the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOCG). This course covers the latest research; demonstrates appropriate core strengthening and pelvic floor exercises; and includes suspended body-weight, flexibility, relaxation, and breathing exercises. It also suggests guidelines for strength training, water exercise, and competitive sports during pregnancy.

This self-guided course allows you to work at your own pace and explore the material through a comprehensive text and study guide, finishing with a 55-question exam composed of multiple-choice and true-or-false questions (test may be taken online, or mailed/faxed) and certificate and CEs provided at completion and passing of test. 
 

About This Course

Chapter 1 Benefits of Exercise During and After Pregnancy

Effect of Prenatal Exercise on Maternal Health

Effect of Exercise on Fetal Health

Effect of Postpartum Exercise on Maternal Health and Infant Growth

Self-Check Quiz

Chapter 2 Anatomy and Physiology of Pregnancy

Cardiovascular and Circulatory Changes During Pregnancy

Respiratory Changes During Pregnancy

Metabolic and Thermal Changes During Pregnancy

Anatomical Changes During Pregnancy

Self-Check Quiz

Chapter 3 Prenatal Exercise Prescription

ACOG Guidelines Reaffirmed 2009

International Guidelines for Exercise During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Prenatal Exercise Design

Prenatal Exercises

The Pregnant Competitive Athlete

Self-Check Quiz

Chapter 4 Postnatal Exercise Prescription

Postnatal Expectations

Vaginal Birth Recovery Program

Cesarean Delivery Recovery Program

Scar Mobilization

Core Strengthening Exercises After Cesarean Delivery

Postpartum Exercise Prescription

Abdominal Rehabilitation

Strength Training

Proper Body Mechanics and Ergonomics

Exercise and Breastfeeding

Check Points

Self-Check Quiz

Chapter 5 Maternal Exercise Program Design

Instructor Responsibilities

Safety

Program Goals

Fitness Components

Exercise Session Format

Choreography

Mainstreaming the Pregnant Student

Self-Check Quiz

Chapter 6 Complications and Common Conditions of Pregnancy and Postpartum

Obstetrical Complications

Common Conditions

Bed Rest

Self-Check Quiz

Chapter 7 Professional Responsibilities

Health Screening for Physical Activity

Monitoring Exercise

Record Keeping

Scope of Practice

Emergency Procedures

Self-Check Quiz

Self-Check Quizzes Answer Key

Client Handouts

Nutritional Needs During Pregnancy

Weight Gain During Pregnancy

Essential Nutrients During Pregnancy

Common Complaints and Problems During Pregnancy

Exercise Dos and Don’ts for Prenatal Women

Nutritional Needs Postpartum and When Breastfeeding

Weight Loss While Breastfeeding

Lifting and Carrying Safely

Proper Body Mechanics When Lifting Your Baby

Forms

Health History Questionnaire

Status of Current Pregnancy

Physician Consent Form

Maternal Fitness Class Record

Glossary

References

Resources

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

ACE                     0.70

ACSM                  7.00

AEA                     6.00

AFAA                   7.00

AFPA                   7.00

BCRPA                6.00

Canfitpro- FIS      4.00

Canfitpro- PFS    4.00

Canfitpro- PTS    4.00

CDR                     7.00

CFES-PT             6.00

Cooper                7.00

COPSKT             0.60

CPTN                  4.00

ECA                     7.00

FNB                     5.00

ICEA                    8.50

ISSA                    7.00

Lamaze               8.50

NASM                 0.70

NASN                  0.70

NCHEC               7.00

NCSF                  3.50

NETA                  7.00

NFPT                  1.00

NSCA                  0.80

NSPA                  7.00

OFC                    7.00

OSHF                  5.00

PTBC                  0.70

REPS                  3.00

SKESA                5.00

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Guidelines for Strength Training During Pregnancy

You may have heard people warn that pregnant women shouldn't lift anything over their head or objects that are heavier than ten pounds when pregnant. These are warnings that still make the fitness trainer rounds when working with pregnant clients, yet neither is based in fact. There's no evidence for warning a pregnant women to avoid lifting over their head unless it causes discomfort or balance issues. The ten pound limit is even more questionable, as ten pounds would be too heavy for some women and as easy as a feather for others. It's important to always remember that each pregnant woman has a specific fitness level and ability, so setting arbitrary limits are a ineffective way to provide guidelines for this population. In addition, when confronted with statements such as these, always review the research that supports the claim before implementing the information into your training guidelines.

Many women choose to continue their pre-pregnancy strength training program while they are pregnant to maintain muscle strength and endurance, and most women may safely start strength training during their pregnancy as long as they are cleared for exercise by their healthcare provider. When developing a pregnant woman's fitness program you should take into account her current level of fitness and strength and pay close attention to how she feels during and after exercise. The key to maintaining a safe and effective routine is through consistent modification of the routine as pregnancy progresses, enabling your client to continue exercising without discomfort.

Strength training is an important prenatal fitness component, providing the strength needed to compensate for posture adjustments and weight gain that occurs with pregnancy. Women who continue or even start a strength training routine during pregnancy can help prepare her body for all the lifting done with a new baby and reduce the risk of low back pain. 
Strength training has not been shown to pose any harm to either the fetus or the mother as long as these general guidelines are followed:

1. A gradual reduction in weight loads from pre-pregnancy will likely occur as the pregnancy progresses.
2. Women may continue their pre-pregnancy strength training routine (wt/reps/set) as long as they modify the exercises for comfort as pregnancy progresses.
3. If training causes muscle soreness during the pregnancy, it is recommended that overload be progressed by increasing the number of repetitions versus the resistance/wt.
4. Monitor exercise technique carefully by mirror observation or supervision in order to correct for progressive postural changes that occur with advancing pregnancy. Improper lifting techniques may aggravate back problems and increase soft tissue injuries.
5. Avoid maximal static lifts. They may cause a sudden increase in cardiac output and blood pressure, and employ the valsalva maneuver. During the valsalva maneuver there is a significant diversion of blood from the internal organs (such as the uterus) to the working muscles.
6. Maximal lifts may also place extreme stress on the lumbar spine and other joint areas. Never overload an unstable or weakened joint.
7. Modify supine positions after the first trimester of pregnancy by using an incline board or wedge.
8. A strength-training workout involving all the major muscle groups should be performed three times per week, with a rest day between each muscle group training bout.
9. Strength training machines are generally preferred over free weights because they tend to require less skill and can be more easily controlled. Resistance bands provide a safe and inexpensive alternative to weights and equipment.
10. Instruct your client to listen to her body. If it hurts or does not feel right, do not do it.
11. She should exhale with the lift and avoid holding her breath or bearing down and straining as she lifts.
12. If a particular exercise produces pain or discomfort, it should be discontinued. If pain persists the client should consult with her healthcare provider.
13. As always, pregnant women should check with her healthcare provider before starting or continuing an exercise program during pregnancy
14. Learn more about current maternal fitness guidelines and training at: www.ppfconsulting.com 

Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Training May 16th, Middleton, WI