The Pre & Post Natal Fitness Specialist Course Introduction

Benefits of Exercise

Introduction

Trimesters

Cardiorespiratory Changes

Body Temperature Changes & Overheating

Musculoskeletal Changes

Metabolic and Hormonal Changes

Diastasis Recti

Pelvic Floor

Contraindications

Changes During Stages of Pregnancy

Working Relationships & Gathering Info

Risk Assessment

Prenatal Program Design

Warming Up and Cooling Down

FITT Aerobic, Resistance

Muscular Fitness Dos and Don'ts

Trimester Exercise Considerations

Stretching with Prenatal Clients

Measuring Intensity

Prenatal Conditions

Prenatal Assessment

Prenatal Practical

Prenatal Practical Quiz

Prenatal Training and Exercise Guidelines

Postpartum

Postnatal Training

Postpartum Stages and Stage 1: Recovery

Stage 2: Light Exercise

Stage 3: Moderate Exercise

Stage 4: Regular Exercise

Pelvic Floor Training and the Trainer's Scope

Warming Up

Postural Changes

Common Conditions

Diastasis Recti Correction Exercises

Exercise Effects on Lactation, Recovery & Energy Availability

Postpartum Fitness Tests

Mental Health, Sleep and Sedentary Behaviour

Baby Blues vs Postpartum Depression

Red Flags, Contraindications and Referral

Applying the Guidelines: The IFA Postnatal Training Framework

Postnatal Training & Exercise Guidelines Quiz

Postnatal Training and Exercise Guidelines

Nutrition Refresher: Macronutrients and Micronutrients

General Nutrition Guidelines

Calories

Prenatal Nutrition

Postnatal Nutrition

Hydration

Nutrition

Diastasis Recti Correction Exercises: Standing

Diastasis Recti Correction Exercises: Lying Down

Diastasis Recti Correction Exercises: Kneeling

Diastasis Recti Correction Exercises: Side

Diastasis Recti Correction Exercise Library

Prenatal PARQ Template Form: CSEP ParMed for Pregnancy

Prenatal PARQ Template Form: CSEP Get Active Questionnaire for Pregnancy

Qatar National Guidelines: Preconception and Pregnancy

Qatar National Guidelines: Contraindications to Exercise During Maternity

IFA PostNatal PARQ Template

PostNatal PARQ Template: CSEP Get Active PARQ for Postpartum

2025 Canadian Guidelines for Postpartum Year 1 Physical Activity, Sedentary & Sleep 

Qatar National Guidelines: Postpartum Exercise

Pre and Post Natal Forms

The course requirements are:
1. Theory Multiple Choice Exam
2. Practical Assessment Video Submission
3. Course Workbook (Portfolio)

Prenatal Practical Video Submission Instructions

Course Workbook (Portfolio) Assignment

Theory Exam

Course Requirements

<p>Understand Training, Nutrition and Effective Coaching principles when working with pregnant and postpartum clients.</p><p></p>

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