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Episode Synopsis
“When we are exercising while we are pregnant, postpartum, or at any stage, we have to think of it as if we were training for a marathon. There are a lot of shifts which will change our energy levels. So we need to have a training plan for this time. But we also need to give ourselves grace and flexibility to take a step back and honor where our energy is at.”In this episode, registered nurse and fitness leader Kellie Willie joins founder and CEO Kinia Romanowska to talk about finding a fitness routine for busy moms during every stage of motherhood, maintaining energy during low-energy times in your life, and finding a schedule that fits the shifts that you will experience.Tune in to this episode for insights on how to create a workout regime fit for your busy schedule to build not only physical strength but emotional strength as well.Kellie has worked in the fitness industry for over 15 years, where she has trained women throughout all stages of life. She founded Fit Your Life, which offers fitness classes tailored toward prenatal and postpartum women. She strives to inspire others to make a journey to making their health a priority. You can connect with Kellie on Facebook, Instagram, or book a class at MindBody Online.0:00 Intro1:04 Meet Kellie2:33 How to start exercising as a busy mom4:28 Key shift that women should know about their pelvic health during pregnancy8:01 How Kellie guides women to become emotionally strengthened11:21 Exercising during pregnancy and postpartum14:14 How does your body, mind & heart change after becoming a mom17:21 The shifts your body has during different stages of motherhood23:46 Slowing down on lower-energy times to preserve energy for what you value27:06 Finding a schedule that works for your different stages of life31:33 Kellie’s 25-year vision37:18 EndnotesIf you’re enjoying the show, I’d be so grateful if you left us a review on iTunes so we can reach more moms, just like you. No one should be alone with the crushing overwhelm of trying to balance family and career life.Want more support from moms just like you? Join us at facebook.com/groups/prosandbabesBe the first to access our free training on career and family life strategies, financial planning for moms, back-to-work planning, and more.Kinia Romanowska is mother of two, wife, and award-winning journalist turned founder and CEO of Pros&Babes. She helps women in STEM, competitive, and corporate careers (and their employers) turn the "motherhood penalty" into their greatest advantage, through the MoMBA™ (Mom MBA), a 12-month hybrid group coaching, and 1-1 program.For more information, visit momba.prosandbabes.com
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