Pregnancy transforms you, and I say that from (very recent) experience — I just gave birth to my first baby a week ago, and I still marvel at just how much my body has changed these past nine months.

Fitness influencer Krissy Cela kept training right up until the birth of her son, Arlo, in October 2024 - German Vizcarra/EvolveYou It’s commonly said that pregnant women should lift as little as ...

Pregnancy is one of the most intense physical challenges a person can go through, so it's important to take things easy. With that being said, you still want to stay reasonably active. You may not ...

They say that maintaining a healthy diet, getting lots of sleep and practicing breathing exercises can all make giving birth go a little smoother. And while that may be good advice, Alissa Mosca, 33, ...

One of the great things about pregnancy is that it offers a seemingly plausible excuse to indulge — eat a little more dessert (why not, when you’re going to gain so much weight anyway) and dial down ...

If you live in or around Douglas County, you’ve probably noticed that Lawrence is an active community. People of all ages take part in bike rides, runs and walks on the Lawrence Loop and many other ...

In the past, doctors would caution people against strength training during pregnancy. The thinking was that it could lead to injury and be harmful to the developing baby. Sure, strength training (or ...

Core exercises for stronger abs include crunches, teasers, planks, and body-weight squats. A strong core helps improve balance and posture.