Fit & Healthy Pregnancy - by Kristina Pinto (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Becoming pregnant doesn't mean an end to exercise. Despite old wives' tales and mother-to-be nerves, the medical community is embracing the idea of a fit and healthy pregnancy. Finally pregnant athletes have a book just for them. A running coach and doctor guide women through how to train, what is safe, and what are the limits of exercising from conception through the first months after delivery"--Provided by publisher.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>Exercise during pregnancy isn't just safe, it's healthy for you and your baby. <em>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy </em>will help new mothers experience an easier, healthier pregnancy and a faster return to fitness after delivery.</strong><br /><br /><em>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy</em> dispels generations of old wives' tales about exercise and pregnancy so active women can stay strong and in shape. This book from running coach Dr. Kristina Pinto and triathlete Rachel Kramer, MD goes beyond labor and delivery through the fourth trimester," helping new mothers return to fitness after they've had their babies.<br /><br /><em>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy</em> reviews up-to-date research to show that exercise during pregnancy isn't just safe, it's ideal for health and wellness. Pinto and Kramer guide moms-to-be through each trimester, showing how their bodies, nutrition needs, and workouts will change. The authors cover the months following delivery, when women adapt to a new lifestyle that balances family, fitness, self, and perhaps a return to work. They offer smart guidance and tips on breastfeeding, sleep training, nutrition and hydration, weight loss, and how to transition back into workouts and training.<br /><br /><em>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy</em> includes<br /><br />- <strong>Trimester</strong> guides to body changes, nutrition, and emotional health<br />- <strong>Guidance</strong> on exercise, rest, body temperature, injury prevention<br />- <strong>Guidelines</strong> and suggested workouts for running, swimming, and cycling<br />- <strong>Strength and flexibility exercises</strong> to reduce discomfort and chance of injury<br />- <strong>Tips</strong> on exercise gear for each trimester<br />- <strong>Symptoms</strong> of common pregnancy conditions and when to see a doctor<br />- Three chapters of expert guidance on <strong>returning to fitness after delivery</strong></p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>"Health & Fitness: Pregnancy & Childbirth" <BR>The active pregnancy guide for athletes, by athletes! <BR>Pregnancy doesn't mean an end to exercise and fitness. Despite old wives' tales, exercise during pregnancy isn't just safe--it's also ideal for the health and wellness of mother and baby. <BR>In "Fit & Healthy Pregnancy," coach Kristina Pinto and obstetrician Rachel Kramer steer active women through each trimester and the first months of motherhood. With sound medical advice, pregnancy-friendly workouts, and tips and motivation from women who have walked--and worked out--in your shoes, this comprehensive guide explains the ins and outs of exercise and pregnancy, including: <BR>- Advice for keeping your body and mind fit through the nine months of pregnancy and beyond<BR>- Nutritional information to properly fuel your growing baby and your workouts<BR>- Sport-specific guidelines for every trimester, including tips and training advice for running, swimming, and cycling<BR>- Beautifully illustrated exercises, appropriate to each stage of your pregnancy<BR>- The best advice for breast-feeding, child care, and workouts for moms on the go <BR>Celebrate each new milestone of motherhood with this modern guide. Filled with detailed guidance, tested medical information, and the wise counsel of experience, "Fit & Healthy Pregnancy" is a trusted resource for pregnant athletes and active mothers. <BR>Dr. Kristina Pinto, EdD, is a graduate of the Harvard Graduate School of Education. A specialist in women's health and psychology, she is also a runner, a coach, and mom to son Henry. <BR>Dr. Rachel Kramer, MD, completed her ob-gyn training at Yale University. She has two sons and competes in triathlon and distance running events.<BR><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A compelling and uplifting guide about how to remain fit during pregnancy...<i>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy</i> sensibly guides mothers-to-be through each trimester. Written in an encouraging tone, this comprehensive primer offers realistic workout suggestions and helpful wellness tips for every step of the way. <b>Competitor magazine</b> <p/> Designed for everyone from veteran competitive athletes to recent fitness enthusiasts, <i>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy</i> is the go-to guide for expectant women who want to stay active throughout pregnancy. <b>Triathlete magazine</b> <p/> <i>Fit & Healthy Pregnancy </i>is knowledgeable and accessible, full of information that will arm readers when dealing with doubting doctors and relatives as well as providing the motivation to maintain (or even improve) their fitness throughout the nine months of pregnancy and beyond. This book is an invaluable addition to the reading list of every expecting mama. <b>San Francisco Book Review</b> <p/> A superb resource...Amazing scope...Applicable for women at all fitness levels. Recommended reading for any mom who wants to learn more about staying active, sane, and healthy as a mom. <b>BreakingMuscle.com</b><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Dr. Kristina Pinto</b> received her Ed.D. in human development and psychology from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education in 2005. She has been a distance runner since 1998, completing 10 marathons and a 90km run in the Australian outback. Kristina is now a running coach with her business Mile Mannered Running as well as a fitness author who has published in <i>Runner's World </i>and<i> Women's Running</i> and wrote the featured blog <i>Marathon Mama. </i>She is mom to one son, who bikes next to her while she trains on their country roads north of Boston. <b>Rachel Kramer, MD</b> completed her OB/GYN training with Honors at Yale University in 1998 and has been in private practice outside Boston ever since. Her medical interests include perimenopause, menopause, weight loss, nutrition, and fitness. She has been on the Today Show and featured in the Boston Globe for her inspirational weight loss and evolution as an athlete. She has two sons and competes regularly in triathlon and distance running events.<br>
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