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Maintaining some movement and exercise during pregnancy can help decrease aches & pains, prepares you for the physical act of labour, and can aid in postpartum recovery. But what about more intense work-out regimens or strength training? Dr. Alicia chats with Rebecca Tranter, registered massage therapist, Level 1 certified CrossFit trainer, and expectant mama-to-be about her pregnancy journey in strength training as well as an unexpected diagnosis in her 1st trimester.  If you have any questions for Rebecca, feel free to reach out at | IG: @rebeccatranter  E-Mail: rebeccaltranter@gmail.com | Gyms Rebecca coaches at: CrossFit Zone & Forge Victoria Other resources: Robyn Rayner, RMT and Pregnancy and Postpartum Coach: @taranis.mom.strong Brianna Battles: @pregnant.postpartum.athlete Mobility Movement: Great momma bear pregnancy series with a list of modifications for the gym. Taking you from anxious and overwhelmed to confident during your childbirth experience: Pregnancy to Parenthood Online Prenatal Masterclass. *This episode is a re-release. Original release date: February 2, 2022.

Let's be honest—how often do we think about how pregnancy and postpartum affect our training and recovery? For many women, this season of life brings unique challenges that aren't always addressed in mainstream fitness advice.In today's episode, Brianna Battles, founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism, joins me to discuss the importance of training during pregnancy and postpartum. We dive into how to modify your workouts to protect your pelvic health, the importance of understanding diastasis recti, and how to train your body while respecting its changes. Brianna also shares valuable insights on mindset—why it's crucial to adjust your approach to exercise during these transformative periods and how to embrace the process.With years of experience helping women train safely through pregnancy and postpartum, Brianna offers practical advice on regaining strength, improving pelvic health, and rethinking fitness goals for the long term.Tune in for a powerful conversation on fitness, health, and recovery after having a baby!We Also Discuss:(00:13) The Fitness Struggle: Balancing Motherhood & Health(07:38) Pelvic Health 101: Why It's Key During Pregnancy(18:54) Embracing the Shift: Navigating Body Changes in Motherhood(26:35) Core Training Secrets for Pregnant Women: What You Need to Know(37:14) Diastasis Recti: Understanding Postpartum Recovery(49:00) Overcoming Postpartum Challenges & Restoring Your Strength(58:37) Building a Support Network for Pregnant & Postpartum AthletesThank You to Our Sponsors:Broads: Broads gives you structured, progressive training and a powerhouse community to keep you strong, consistent, and unstoppable. Join today at broads.app and use code PODCAST for 20% off your first month!Legion: Use code Tara20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order after that when you shop at LegionAthletics.comFind more from Tara: Website: https://www.taralaferrara.com/Instagram: @taralaferrara @broads.podcast @broads.appYoutube: Tara LaFerraraTiktok: @taralaferraraFind more from Brianna Battles:Website: https://go.briannabattles.comInstagram: @brianna.battles Programs: https://go.briannabattles.com/programs

Brianna Battles is the industry leading authority on postpartum athleticism. Brianna guests to share:-Why “athleticism doesn't end when motherhood begins”-Why going through pregnancy doesn't automatically qualify fitness influencers to become coaches or educators on postpartum training-Breaking rigid identities around training and allowing for an evolution of how training works across different seasons of life-The importance of maintaining bone mineral density-Thoughts on fuelling for performance -Thoughts on navigating the confusing messaging aimed at women-Plus so much more00:36 Athleticism and Motherhood02:47 Outdated Research and Pelvic Health04:25 Miscarriage and Exercise Myths06:53 Training Strategies for Pregnant Athletes09:25 Mental and Emotional Challenges12:48 Coaching Female Athletes21:55 Navigating Fitness Industry Confusion32:16 Embracing Athleticism at Any Age32:58 Overcoming Fear of High Impact Activities33:23 Pelvic Health and High Impact Training35:52 The Importance of Bone Health39:06 Rucking and Bone Density44:44 Encouraging Fitness in Older Adults51:33 Navigating Female Athlete Health55:04 Body Image and Performance Pressure57:53 Seasonal Training and Body Fluctuations01:01:39 Resources and Final ThoughtsI've been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by:-Subscribing and checking out more episodes-Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I'll respond)-Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episodeFollow Andrew Coates:Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join My Email List:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Alyssa Olenick, a passionate exercise physiologist, researcher, and coach. We dive deep into Alyssa's journey as both a scientist and an athlete, and how she uses her expertise to cut through the noise of fitness misinformation online. We talk about how important it is to bridge research with real-life coaching and why nuanced, evidence-based conversations around fitness and health are essential—especially for women.   This episode is a must-listen if you're interested in staying athletic and healthy throughout life's different seasons, from pregnancy and postpartum to perimenopause and menopause.   Connect with Alyssa on IG: @doclyssfitness Website: https://doclyssfitness.com/   Want to Learn More? Join me at the Live Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Event this March 29-30 in Gilbert, AZ Become a Certified Coach: Check out the online Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Certification here   MORE ABOUT THE SHOW: The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood. You will learn from athletes and experts in the women's health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing. Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too! Tune in every other week and share the show with your athlete friends! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a small commission from the seller if you decide to purchase (at no additional cost to you!) We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves!

Brianna Battles believes athleticism does not end when motherhood begins. Frustrated by the lack of resources and support for pregnant and postpartum athletes, she founded Everyday Battles to bridge the gap. Now, she empowers everyone from Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighters and Olympians to hobbyists to challenge their perceived fragility, navigate body and identity changes, and pursue a lifetime of athleticism. Battles notes how strength and conditioning coaches are uniquely poised to influence communities and train general populations using a top-down coaching philosophy. Conducting needs analyses, she focuses on their athletic history, predispositions, and how they manage breathing, pressure, and tension during movement. By reverse-engineering a proactive return to performance, she helps clients overcome social media glorification and fearmongering to design an athlete-mom life that serves them. Battles discusses tapping into the “athlete brain” that craves routine and buy-in. Her advice? Get curious, practice brave, and embrace entrepreneurship as another form of progressive overload. Connect with Brianna on Instagram: @brianna.battles and @pregnant.postpartum.athlete or by email at: brianna@briannabattles.com | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs and LinkedIn: @ericmcmahoncscs This episode discusses new CASCE field experience requirements that dictate a minimum of two substantially different work experiences. Learn more about CASCE accreditation at NSCA.com/CASCE.Show Notes“Athleticism does not end when motherhood begins.” 4:45 “We have a really big opportunity as strength and conditioning coaches to look at our knowledge base and our experience working with so many different high level athletes and saying, that is a small percentage of the population, but we have a responsibility to be able to apply our knowledge and help to our family, to our friends and to people to help them pursue this lifetime of athleticism, even if it's not at a super high level.” 8:50 “If we're wanting to pursue this lifetime of athleticism, which extends beyond just pregnancy and the trenches of postpartum, there's a lot we have to learn about our body and our relationship with fitness and just kind of our overall approach to health.” 17:10 “It's getting curious because it's not just about becoming a mother. It's knowing how to support girls and women in general because we have different-- we are not fragile at all, but we also might have different considerations. And that's all. It's just, it's understanding what those considerations may be at all different points across the lifespan, from coaching youth girls to collegiate athletes to professional athletes that are women, to then pregnancy and postpartum to perimenopausal, to menopausal, to elderly women.” 22:50

Brianna Battles, the Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism, specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes and educating coaching professionals. She is a remarkable advocate and resource for women who want training during and after pregnancy. Because postpartum spans a lifetime! She's here to tell you that your growth as an athlete is exponential. It is not over when you become a mom. No one wants to be left asking in postpartum, “Why didn't anyone tell me this could happen?” You may feel out of control with your body during this season and there's a lot more body awareness that needs to come into play. In today' episode we discuss predispositions, pelvic floor health, diastasis, fascia, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and postpartum rehab. It's so hard to not be committed to one version of yourself. Listen and learn how to make peace with your real motivations behind training. You don't have to feel sidelined. “Athleticism does not end when motherhood begins” - Brianna Battles Brianna's Links: Brianna's Website Brianna's IG Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism on IG The Practice Brave Podcast (00:00:00) Welcome Brianna Battles, Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism (00:02:00) Brianna's background and what led her to this side of fitness (00:10:52) When your doctor doesn't understand the type of fitness you're doing and who to look to for coaching and advice when it comes to athletics and training  (00:13:12) Some of the core and pelvic floor symptoms common in pregnancy (00:25:16) Framing pregnancy as an opportunity for athletic maturity (00:29:55) Advice for mothers on the other side of postpartum reflecting with undue shame about their experience and what to do now (00:32:00) What we should be doing every day for pelvic floor health (00:36:25) Breathing through movements and how to leverage your pelvic floor muscles to improve performance  (00:41:20) Why should we be cautious about advice we see and hear from fitness influencers and what worked for them? (00:48:50) Brianna's ebook: “The No Pee Cheat Sheet” and advice if your insurance won't cover pelvic floor PT (00:50:49) Some of the biggest mistakes you still see from women that you wish you could shout from the rooftops (00:53:57) Where to find and hear more from Brianna Battles Want to leave the TTSL Podcast a voicemail? We love your questions and adore hearing from you. https://www.speakpipe.com/TheThickThighsSaveLivesPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iPhone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness FB Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Constantly Varied Gear's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Workout Leggings⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 223 I sit down with Brianna Battles. Brianna is a mother, wife, athlete, jiu jitsu practitioner and so much more. Her area of expertise is in helping women on their fitness journey as they transition into motherhood. Her mission is to change the culture around fitness during pregnancy and postpartum. This is an important episode as so many women lose their identity and struggle both physically and emotionally during that transition into motherhood! Share with your wives, daughters, and anyone else who could benefit from having a powerful woman like Brianna in their corner when needed most! Please enjoy episode 223 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast. — Connect with Brianna Battles Instagram: @brianna.battles | @pregnant.postpartum.athlete Website: thepregnantandpostpartumathlete.com Podcast: The Practice Brave Podcast Connect with Greg: Instagram: @granderson33 Website:theelectricnorth.com for podcast apparel and gear Email: gregandersonpodcast@gmail.com Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/Granderson33 Episode resources: Timeline Nutrition https://www.timelinenutrition.com/partners/endless-endeavor Coupon Code ENDLESSENDEAVOR for 10% off first purchase Cured Nutrition https://www.curednutrition.com coupon ENDLESS 20% Off Bio Pro + https://bioproteintech.com/bioidentical-alternative-to-human-growth-hormone coupon code ENDLESS saves 10% If you enjoy the show, make sure to give the Endless Endeavor Podcast a rating via your favorite audio platform OR on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCieFsr26t9cyPDKMbLQJzXw/featured!

Could you be sabotaging your fitness with improper breathing?  In this episode, Michelle and Brianna Battles uncover the hidden challenges women face when training during and after pregnancy.  They dive into the intricacies of Diastasis Recti, the crucial role of pelvic floor health, and why breathing techniques matter more than you think.  This conversation is a must-listen for women looking to navigate the "messy middle" of postpartum fitness, offering practical tips, expert advice, and a fresh perspective on how to truly support your body through its remarkable transformations. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR01:20 - The double standards in male vs. female conditioning09:38 - Cues for breathing during deadlifts16:23 - The importance of gradual postpartum recovery27:52 - The role of progressive overload in postpartum fitness GUEST: BRIANNA BATTLESWebsite | Contact | YouTube  CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook 

Is it possible to keep up with intense athletic training during pregnancy, or is it time to rethink your routine?  In this episode, Michelle and Brianna Battles dive deep into the unique challenges and misconceptions faced by female athletes as they navigate the complexities of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Brianna Battles, a relentless advocate for women's health, shares her journey and expert advice on how to balance fitness with the physiological and psychological changes of motherhood.      WHAT TO LISTEN FOR04:55 – Managing Postpartum Expectations08:58 – Redefining Fitness Goals for Longevity13:44 – Foundational Health Tips for Pregnancy24:14 – Tracking Your Cycle and Hormone Health GUEST: BRIANNA BATTLESWebsite | Contact | YouTube  CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook 

Today I'm thrilled to share a very special "Best of" episode with you today. In this episode, I sat down with Brianna Battles, a pioneer in pregnancy and postpartum athleticism, who has transformed the way we approach fitness during these transformative periods.Brianna, founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism™, offers invaluable insights into coaching women to maintain strength and mobility throughout pregnancy and beyond—no matter when they start their fitness journey. From leveraging athlete brain to navigating the ups and downs of training during pregnancy and postpartum, Brianna covers it all.

Itching to exercise post-partum but have been told to wait? Or, wanting to exercise as a beginner and pregnant? We dive into how Brianna found passion in helping new mothers post-partum and through pregnancy with their fitness journeys. We dive into whether exercise is harmful during oreganacy and post-partum, post-partum expectations related to return to exercise, whether you need to avoid core exercises, and considerations related to running and jumping! Let's dive in! Jen Health Discount: Try something different. If you've been told to "stay away," "stop [x]," "try [x] and it has not worked," we're taking you back to the basics and back to the science. Jen Health was created so that you don't have to think but just show up from 5-15 minutes a day to work on your deep core, and functional mobility, and to understand stability and control through movement as yes, all these factors are staples to target exercises for a specific pain point. Educating you - the what and the why covered! This week only, take advantage of our massive discount of $159. You get all our plans for a full year of 11 plans for different plans with multiple phases, monthly webinars to continue your education and have your answers to your questions, as well as community! Click here to ⁠⁠get access to the discount⁠⁠! Increase your foot proprioception and sense of environment with ⁠NABOSO⁠, brought to you by a functional podiatrist, Dr. Emily Splichal. Stimulate your foot's sensory nerves and create safety within the body to ease pain and symptoms. Go check out their foot recovery socks with our 15% off coupon using code '⁠OPTIMAL⁠'. What You Will Learn in This Interview with Brianna Battles: 3:55 - What got Brianna interested in fitness for pregnancy  9:40 - “I'm pregnant now what?” Is exercise bad? 16:30 - Should you stop core exercises? 21:40 - Low or no energy but itching to move? How to navigate it? 26:20 - What to focus on in the first couple of weeks post-partum? 30:00 - Markets for readiness to return to exercise 35:30 - Rule of thumb to support your body for running and jumping 40:30 - From couch potato to fitness while pregnant  44:05 - Learn more with Brianna.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about this episode⁠ ⁠⁠and view full show notes, please visit the full website here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/349 Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven't done so already, please take a minute to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tobpodcast/message

In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with a very knowledgeable trademark small business attorney who shed a ton of light on some common legal questions I hear often from designers.Our conversation included:A detailed explanation of the key elements that should be included in every contract between a graphic designer and their client.A very good and simple explanation of what an LLC is compared to Sole Proprietorship and who should have which.How to avoid getting in trouble legally as a designer for work you have created.Advice for designing logos that avoid legal issues when clients seek to trademark them.How to trademark your client's logo and what you should put in your contract regarding this.What steps you should take to register your business name if a similar name already exists.The legal considerations for clients intending to use logos created with platforms like Canva, especially in regards to copyright and commercial use.What to do when a client completely ghosts you when they owe you money.LINKS FROM EPISODE:Legally Legit Checklist: https://www.lawfullyeveraftercourse.com/Legally%20Legit%20WorkbookWebsite: https://brittanyratelle.com/Creative Contracts: https://creativecontracts.co/YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDArjxoxKxbqWObigQxlqRAIG: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyratelle/MORE ABOUT BRITTANY:Brittany Ratelle is a small business attorney who helps modern entrepreneurs get legally legit. She has helped hundreds of founders protect and grow their brands without getting overwhelmed (or bored) and has worked with the Bucket List Family, Hope Scope, Blogilates, Sharon Says So, Glo Atanmo, Not Enough Nelsons, Dayna Bolden, Emma Arletta, Cake by Courtney, Brianna Battles, and Tracy Litt. Brittany lives with her hunky husband and four kiddos in her beautiful hometown of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho but supports and educates creatives and creators all over the US with a mix of fun and accessible legal resources.*CONNECT WITH ME!* Consistent Clients Blueprint is opening March 12! Sign up for the waitlist here: https://4thecreatives.com/blueprint Website: https://4thecreatives.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/4thecreatives Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4thecreatives/

Today I am speaking with Brianna Battles, the Founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism. She teaches fitness coaches and practitioners how to understand the needs of their pregnant and postpartum clients (and sometimes their own bodies) so they can go out and be the expert in their community. As a strength and conditioning coach, she realized there was a need for more resources for pregnant and postpartum athletes. She believes the biggest impact can be had when coaches are trained how to help moms regain their athleticism and is doing that through her coaching certification.  We talk about: -changes in athletics in the last 10 years -no guarantees in pregnancy -overcoming birth trauma -expanding access to information -coaching is creative -pushing for answer -a lifetime of athleticism -different isn't bad -P&P Combat  Time Stamps 1:00 Introduction 2:32 expectations versus reality 10:15 finding athleticism at any age 13:20 conflicting information internationally 15:20 lock of education in progressing exercises 20:40 adaptable discipline 22:45 shifting mentality of the public 27:10 asking why and pushing boundaries 30:06 passing on information from stage to stage 32:40 movement between postpartum and menopause 44:05 biggest opportunities for change  CONNECT WITH CARRIE IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/ Website: https://carriepagliano.com  CONNECT WITH BRIANNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianna.battles/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregnant.postpartum.athlete/ Website: https://www.briannabattles.com/ The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms' Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey. This show has been a long time in the making! You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry. If you're like me, you don't have a lot of free time (heck, you're probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST! If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Today I speak with Kate Johnson, CrossFit Level 2 Trainer who works 1:1 providing customized programming for athletes and core/pelvic floor considerations. She's also a Pregnancy & Postpartum Coach at Street Parking. Kate share her story of returning to the gym after an emergency c-section with her first son and feeling like there was something wrong with her because of the symptoms she was experiencing. During her second pregnancy, she connected with Brianna Battles, and that changed the trajectory of her life. Since then she has worked with 100s of people to help them educate and navigate their core/pelvic health regardless of what season of life they are in.We talk about:-being a CrossFit coach-figuring it out as you go-being a collegiate athlete-CrossFit during pregnancy-HELLP syndrome-feeling like you have something to prove-working with Street ParkingTime Stamps1:00 introduction7:08 starting in CrossFit11:55 thoughts after getting pregnant16:00 first bird experience19:15 returning to the gym too soon24:40 needing more research27:48 second pregnancy35:50 becoming the provider you need43:37 evolving in coaching51:08 rapid fire questionsCONNECT WITH CARRIEIG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/Website: https://carriepagliano.comCONNECT WITH KATEIG: https://www.instagram.com/coach_katejohnson/Website: www.TulaFit.comThe Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms' Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey. This show has been a long time in the making! You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry. If you're like me, you don't have a lot of free time (heck, you're probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST! If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

SO honored to welcome Brianna Battles, the founder & CEO of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism, an incredible coach, mentor, and leading expert in pre and postnatal fitness onto the Podcast! I cannot imagine a more meaningful individual to bring on for you as the first guest interview because she inspired everything that I do, and the mission I hold dear to support military women navigating motherhood and fitness through those seasons. In this conversation we covered: Our personal shared struggles finding our identity again as a mother and athlete, and the intersection between our and many mothers' experiences of anxiety, depression, and our changing bodies & fitness abilities How to navigate the pressures we feel to get back to fitness & get our bodies back quickly -- especially in the military or as driven athletes The red flags you should look for to filter out negative or toxic influences, and how to find trustworthy pre & postnatal fitness information How to channel your drive & competitiveness in a positive direction through pregnancy & postpartum so you have a balanced approach to your goals & performance in fitness, work & motherhood Tips for how to be part of the change you want to see for pregnant & postpartum women in your community as coaches, leaders, & professionals  ANNOUNCEMENT! The Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Certification Course is on SALE NOW!! Learn more and get started HERE if you feel called to be part of this movement. ***SAVE $300 off the normal price by enrolling by APRIL 21! If you enroll through my affiliate link above, I will gift you a free 1:1 coaching call to help you make a plan for how you can get started toward your goals. Email me at megan@armedtotheheart.com if you have any questions! This is an AMAZING opportunity to join our international team of coaches & professionals who are making a difference in the military community and beyond. Are you a mama who wants to get back to Lifting, Running, and the Military Fitness Test quickly after baby so you can feel stronger & more like yourself again? My signature 18 week Postpartum Program is for you! FREE PREGNANCY & POSTPARTUM FITNESS RESOURCES: Free Pregnancy Exercise Guide: How to Safely Exercise + Maintain Fitness Through Pregnancy Free Postpartum Fitness Guide: How to Return to Fitness Postpartum (for Military Mamas + Beyond)

This week on the LBLB podcast, our guest Carli Jo Hobson is about to take y'all busy mommies and daddies to church! Carli Jo is a biz owner, nutrition coach, wife, and mother of 2 who joins us today to share how she balances all the challenges that come with being a busy parent of 2, while still prioritizing her personal health and fitness.Enjoy Episode #11 Balancing & Prioritizing Health/Fitness As A Busy Parent with Carli HobsonDownload Free Workouts From Paragon Training Methods: HereGet Started w/ A Training Program From Paragon Training Methods: HereApply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching w/ Alex: HereTimestamps:00:00 Carli´s Background02:59 Carli´s Exposure To Living A Healthy Life07:20 Why Carli Joined Paragon Training Methods08:09 The Cost Of A Child (Yikes!)10:41 Life With Children13:10 Carli´s Pregnancy & The Recovery Process18:13 Game Changing Post-Pregnancy Advice20:48 People Judge Mothers!23:14 Being Mindful & Conscious As A New Parent28:02 Nutrition & Marriage31:22 Nutrition Advice For Parenting Young Kids42:18 How Much Money Spends Carli Shopping For Food45:06 What Do Night Outs Looks Like?48:16 Planning Meals For Busy Work Days50:16 Carli´s Social Life (Time For Friends?)52:15 Carli´s Thyroid Issues01:00:00 Access To Doctors When Living In Small Towns01:06:31 Keeping Nutrition A Priority When Work Gets CRAZY!01:08:41 Best Practices For Family Training01:13:58 Body Changes After Having A Second Child1:25:45 Best Accounts To Follow As A MomAwesome Moms to Follow on IG:Kate Lyman: https://www.instagram.com/klnutrition/Jen Fraboni: https://www.instagram.com/docjenfit/Annie Miller: https://www.instagram.com/anniemiller.co/Joelle Samantha: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha/Alessandra Scutnik: https://www.instagram.com/alessandrascutnik/Pregnancy/Postpartum Accounts We Love:The Mint Prjct: https://www.instagram.com/themintprjct/The Girls Gone Strong: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlsgonestrong/Brianna Battles: https://www.instagram.com/pregnant.postpartum.athlete/Instagram:LCK - @lauriechristinekingAlex Maclin - @alexqmaclinParagon Training Methods - @paragontrainingmethodsCarli Hobson - @coach.carlijoWebsite Links:LCK - https://lauriechristineking.com/Alex Maclin - https://www.alexmaclin.com/Paragon Training Methods - https://paragontrainingmethods.com/Carli and Beau Photography (Idaho Photo/Video) www.carliandbeau.com 

Brianna Battles joins us to talk about all things training for pregnancy, postpartum, and athleticism. She expands on the safety of training during pregnancy for most women and a lot of considerations for core and pelvic floor health. We discuss finding the right coach during pregnancy and a lot more.

This week, Bryce talks to Brianna Battles! Brianna specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes and educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman's life. We are so grateful to be able to share her story and training techniques with our audience and the Invictus community. “Your athleticism does not end when motherhood begins”(01:30): Pregnancy and postpartum athletes(03:27): “Your athleticism does not end when motherhood begins” (07:00): How to upgrade yourself(13:53): How to find a passion for fitness, strength, and conditioning(15:45): Managing people and personalities(18:41): How to acclimate to changing environments(24:51): Make money while helping others(29:52): Tips for women who are struggling in life(31:40): How to balance life as a working mom(34:46): Build and grow your career as a woman(40:02): What is postpartum depression?(47:32): Complementary healthcare vs. pharmaceutical drugs(55:57): Advice for new parents and couples (01:02:17): How to become an entrepreneur(01:12:29): How to scale your business(01:16:34): “Your body will change” (01:20:23): Stop comparing yourself with othersTrident Coffee -  Use code "INVICTUS20" to get 20% off online and in TapRoomsRX Smart Gear - Use code "INVICTUSMINDSET" to get 10% off full ropes and gripMUSH - Found at Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, and many more retailers. Store Locator!

Strength conditioning as an over-40 athlete can be challenging enough on its own, but when you add in the dimension of being a postpartum athlete on top of everything else, special attention is warranted. Bridging the gap between rehab and performance requires an undefined timeline that is unique for you but will ultimately get you back to doing the things that you want to do. If You Are Thinking About Your Postpartum Training Needs, You Should:  Don't be ashamed of your postpartum symptoms by surrounding yourself with people who understand how you need to train Make little adjustments that set up your body to perform better as a unit Understand your predispositions and reverse engineer what your training looks like Returning to the Sport You Love Brianna Battles is the Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She is a relentless advocate and relatable resource for women who want training during pregnancy and to make a sustainable return to performance, lifestyle, function, career, and activity postpartum because postpartum is forever! You Are an Athlete Many women disqualify themselves as athletes. Brianna believes that if you are consistently dedicating yourself to movement, whether you are running, doing yoga, dancing, swimming, or anything that requires physical output, you are an athlete. While you can be an athlete in all seasons of your lifetime, how you interact with your athletic ability will change over time based on your body's needs. As a female athlete, especially if you are going through pregnancy or postpartum, you are not fragile, but you are also not invincible, and the way you train needs to reflect that. Bridging the Gap Between Rehab and Performance Because of the common male-dominated approach to training, birth is not given the same considerations when it comes to rehab and recovery as other events. Postpartum women are not a special or unique group of the population, and postpartum women deserve a more hands-on and substantial approach to their training. Like in jiu-jitsu, you need to be a white belt before becoming a blue belt. The same can be said for training postpartum. While pregnancy and postpartum can act as an incredible catalyst for learning about your body, it can bring out many of your vulnerabilities. If you can give yourself patience, rest, and grace, you can learn how to work with your postpartum symptoms and get to the point that you want to be. Are you showing yourself grace while you battle postpartum? Share your thoughts with me in the comments on the episode page.  In This Episode Examples of topics in which a changing viewpoint has been made through lived experiences (12:19) Why people get hung up on what and who defines an athlete (19:00) How postpartum athletes can support their bodies in a way that a lot of people miss (21:34) Why your postpartum symptoms like incontinence are nothing to be ashamed about or stop you from getting back into training (27:12) The importance of training with someone who understands your postpartum needs (33:00) What coaches should know about training with postpartum women (35:05) Quotes “There are so many things about our body that changes during that season [of pregnancy and postpartum], and exercise has to adapt to meet the body where it is at.” (13:50) “Fitness is a great baseline in general, but it is not a guarantee for anything.” (15:56) “If you are consistently participating in fitness, you are an athlete. Its not about being a size or an ability, its honestly just an expression of dedicated physical output.” (19:35) “Postpartum requires a rehabilitation period, a rebuilding period, and then an undefined timeline of what is that going to look like for you getting back to the things you want to do.” (23:29) “If you can give yourself those seasons, and take it slow, take it gradually, get the support and resources that you need and not push boundaries, you are going to get what you want a hell of a lot faster than if you tried to push boundaries before your body or your brain or your lifestyle was ready for it.” (25:56) “I think that it is a very real possibility when we are talking about women's core and pelvic health needs across all sports. It is becoming anticipatory and being able to react where you are not able to think about it or worry about it.” (42:58) Featured on the Show Join Strength Nutrition Unlocked Here Brianna Battles Website Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification Follow Brianna on Instagram Follow Pregnant Postpartum Athlete on Instagram Find the full show notes here Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes! Podcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative Support the Podcast Get 20% off Legion Supplements with code STEPH Follow Steph on Instagram Rate and review on Apple Podcasts Related Episodes LTYB 281: How To Exercise Intuitively w/ Steph Ondrusek LTYB 345: How To Give Yourself Radical Permission w/ Hayden Dawes FYS 372: Recovery Trackers, Training, and The Menstrual Cycle w/ Emily Capodilupo  

If you missed season 1 episode 12, I recommend listening to this one first. But for those of you who are not going to do that. Most of the time when I find a new show, I just jump in right and don't look back either so I get it.  In which case, here is a quick recap... Rachel is a very talented athlete. She is a gymnast, a crossfitter and does jujitsu competitively. She is a crossfit L2 coach and a Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach (P&PA Coach). She is also a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) who attends out of hospital births both at home and at a freestanding birthing center in Meridian Idaho at the New Beginnings Birthing Center.When she was on the show back in March she was pregnant with her first baby and suffering from hyperemesis. We talked about her experience and about why coaching and midwifery are so well aligned. Basically, we shared a soapbox for the better part of an hour. It is one of my most listened to episodes to date. So, I asked her to  join us again to share her birth story and to update us on her return to fitness. I am particularly interested to hear what might have felt unexpected, or if any given experience challenged her beliefs or changed her perspective. Because, while I don't believe we must have babies in order to be good at this work, it does provide a perspective that you cant get any other way.Enjoy the show.Resources and shout outsBlog Post that summarizes Rachel's tips on birth prep and return to fitness from this episodeExpecting Amy (Documentary about Amy Schumer's pregnancy/experience with hyperemesis)Dr. Jennifer Anacker, Anacker Clinic of Chiropractic, Meridian and Boise, IDWant to become a Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach, find one, or purchase a training program to help you stay active during pregnancy and postpartum?Six exercises for the early postpartum period (Brianna Battles, owner/founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism)Support the showThriving After Birth (an online course)Comprehensive Care60 Min Consultation: Use discount code- FirstConsult10%offInstagram: @mother.wit.maternityYou Tube Channel

In this episode, Rhonda shares 5 tips to stop peeing your pants when you jumpThe 5 tips are:1️⃣ Slight lean forward of your torsoThis helps to put your pelvic floor in a more optimal position to support the pressure of jumping. Think "tits over toes" as my mentor Brianna Battles would say!2️⃣ Soft landingTry to land "quietly" to absorb the force and decrease the impact to the pelvic floor.3️⃣ Exhale on the landingSometimes this can be the easiest way for the pelvic floor to contract to absorb the force of landing. This isn't the only way however! When in doubt, just keep breathing when you're jumping!4️⃣ Keep pelvic floor muscles RELAXEDThis may seem counterintuitive, but trying to hold a contraction/ kegel as you jump may actually tire out the pelvic floor and lead to more symptoms!5️⃣ Start with low reps, and gradually work up to more over days/ weeksSlowly build your body's tolerance to the impact of jumping by easing into it vs. trying to start with high volume.Plus two bonus tips:

Sometimes the best way to move forward is to remind ourselves of the past. Why? Because adaptation is a purposeful process. It requires reflection, inspection, and progression. Today's episode is all about answering the question “What advice would I give my younger self?”  Some points are obvious, but there's also some questions that will challenge your assumptions, and give you the kick in the pants you may need to initiate the adaptation process. How should I be investing in myself to put me in the learning/ growth zone? (download the reflection questions for graphic)  - (7:00) What feedback/criticism should I be listening to and applying? (11:30) How do I know which relationships and experiences are worth my time? (28:00) What skills should I be consistently working to improve? (33:20) Referenced Resources: Take Control Of Your Finances  - Free resource Valued  - Online course to help you take your career into your own hands Live Events - Gain experience training your people skills! What Drives You? - Drives Assessment Quiz Now that you've had time to reflect on your experiences, if you're looking for some guidance on the next steps to take in your career, we have the perfect event for you. Coming up soon, Brianna Battles and I are teaming up for our Art of Coaching Brand Builder event in Phoenix, AZ November 5-6th, 2022. At this interactive event, you will have access to Brianna, myself, and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won't get this kind of experience anywhere else. We're always looking for feedback!  Let us know what points did or didn't resonate with you or if there's anything you want to hear more about by emailing us at info@artofcoaching.com. And if this episode was helpful, please do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes and share the episode with anyone else you think would benefit from it.  We appreciate your support! We also can't forget to thank Athletic Greens and BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. We get it, you're time poor and don't always get in the fruits and veggies you know you should. This is without a doubt the BEST tasting greens powder out there and they want to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/coach! At some level, we all struggle with unexpected challenges in life. BetterHelp is an accessible, convenient, private, and affordable therapy option to help you look at your problems a little differently, feel less stressed, and gain confidence. Visit BetterHelp.com/AOC for 10% off your first month.

“I just felt like I had more to offer”   If you've ever had that thought about yourself as a professional, you're not alone.  We've all been in that situation - we create something that we care deeply about and we know it would add value to people's lives - but we aren't in an environment where it's supported, we hit some roadblocks that prevent us from following through, and we end up feeling ineffective and unfulfilled.   Second-time guest and previous Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach, Brianna Battles, is now the CEO & Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. She coaches pregnant and postpartum athletes and has created a signature certification program for coaching professionals and practitioners.   Instead of making excuses and despite her doubt, Brianna adapted to the situation and put her work out into the world anyway - and people bought it.   In today's episode, Brianna shares the secrets she's uncovered throughout her journey of transitioning from Collegiate Strength and Conditioning to entrepreneurship, including:   What to do when you feel like it's just not working, you have more to offer, and you see an underserved population that you want to help (7:38) How to recognize the line between a hobby and a full-time business opportunity (10:45) The number one most important thing you have to have for a high-quality product (14:00) How to know when it's time to hire help (35:20)   The value that Brianna has to offer goes well beyond this podcast. In fact, if you hadn't heard yet, she and I are teaming up for our Art of Coaching Brand Builder event in Phoenix, AZ November 5-6th, 2022. At this interactive event, you will have access to Brianna, myself, and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won't get this kind of experience anywhere else.   In order to meet you where you're at, we offer monthly payment plans, in addition to our Early Bird Discount, which is only available through the end of today!  Save $150 by signing up here right now!   Referenced Material: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Toolkit AOC Podcast E105: Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon AOC Podcast E22: The Value of Self-Doubt AOC Podcast E193: What To Charge For Your Time & Expertise   Today's episode is sponsored by Dynamic Fitness & Strength and HōM-GRōN.   Dynamic is our go-to equipment partner. Fully customizable and manufactured in the heartland of America- if you're looking to outfit your home gym or weight room visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you!   HōM-GRōN High Protein Bars are a healthy grab-and-go snack, a chef-curated line of functional nutrition-based bars that are designed for today's discerning individual. With 20 grams of protein in a single serving bar with no fillers, added sugar, or sugar alcohols, this bar is perfect for the athlete on the go. Whether you're fueling your workout, picking up the kids, going for a hike, or heading to work, we've got your back.  Enter promo code BRETT10 for 10% off and all orders over $30 earn FREE SHIPPING.  Stock up!   Last but not least, if you're not ready or able to pull the trigger on a live event, but want some guidance and feedback, you have to check out artofcoaching.com/challenge.  Coming in October, the Conscious Coaching Challenge gives you access to the entire AOC team, tons of FREE resources, a network of other coaches who are looking to improve, AND IT'S ONLY $99.  People - it's a no-brainer.   Come join us - we would love to have you as part of the Art of Coaching family.

Pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period all mark big changes in a woman's life. And many women don't know what to expect or what they should be doing with their bodies during these changes. Today's guest is a coach who focuses on pregnancy and postpartum athleticism, and she has a lot to say about what women can do during pregnancy and postpartum. Brianna Battles is the creator of the online course for coaches: Pregnancy and Postpartum Athletics. Her goal is to help athletes and coaches understand what women need during the pregnancy and postpartum period so that they can successfully train through pregnancy and return to training after childbirth. Listen to the episode to hear what Brianna has to say about her own experiences with pregnancy and childbirth, what women don't learn about their own bodies, and what women should be doing for exercise during and after their pregnancies. Topics Discussed in Today's Episode: Pregnancy and post-partum experiences that women don't expect What women don't learn about their bodies The level of exercise that it's safe to maintain during pregnancy Your motivations for working out Whether pregnant women need to monitor their heart rate while working out Whether there's a set amount of time to wait after birth for exercise The different factors behind why moms handle fitness the way they do after childbirth How identity is attached to fitness routines Things that should be considered normal after having a baby and things that shouldn't Where to find Brianna RELATED LINKS Brianna's Website Brianna on Instagram Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism on Instagram The CVG Nation app, for iPhone The CVG Nation app, for Android Our Fitness FB Group. Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs Constantly Varied Gear's Workout Leggings

Brianna Battles makes her first and long overdue appearance to talk about her experience as a coach and educator for pregnancy and postpartum. Brianna shares practical considerations for coaches navigating this huge demographic, as women form the majority of fitness consumers, and many of those women will at some point in their lifetime go through pregnancy, and will then always be postpartum. Brianna explains her thoughts on "athletic maturity" and being adaptable to "stay in the game, even if the game changes". --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefitnessdevil/support

Today I am speaking with Brianna Battles, the Founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism. She teaches fitness coaches and practitioners how to understand the needs of their pregnant and postpartum clients (and sometimes their own bodies) so they can go out and be the expert in their community. As a strength and conditioning coach, she realized there was a need for more resources for pregnant and postpartum athletes. She believes the biggest impact can be had when coaches are trained how to help moms regain their athleticism and is doing that through her coaching certification. Brianna speaks how her experience as a mom and a coach has helped her reach coaches all over the world. You don't want to miss this interview!We talk about:-Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism certification-Spreading awareness of exercise during pregnancy and postpartum-Embracing nuance -Growing was a life-long athlete  -Adjusting training and expectations-Surprises as an entrepreneur -Evolving your gameTime Stamps1:00 Introduction3:05 business and motherhood4:50 biggest progress and biggest gaps7:51 working with physical therapists11:05 Brianna's journey as a life-long athlete20:25 biggest surprise in entrepreneurship25:00 dealing with naysayersCONNECT WITH CARRIEIG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/Website: https://carriepagliano.comCONNECT WITH BRIANNA BATTLESIG: https://www.instagram.com/brianna.battles/ IG PP&A: https://www.instagram.com/pregnant.postpartum.athlete/The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms' Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.  This show has been a long time in the making!   You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.   If you're like me, you don't have a lot of free time (heck, you're probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!  If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

What Happens to Your Business If You Need to Temporarily Take a Step Back? If you're a business owner and have ever thought, “what would happen to my business if I needed to take some time off?”, then you need to listen to this episode. My client, Brianna Battles, found herself in this exact situation last year. In this episode we discuss how we began the year with big goals and ended up surpassing those goals, all while she took a step back from the business and passed the torch to her second in command, Heather Osby. And if you're ready to “life proof” your business and ensure it can run without you if needed, join me in the Scale to Seven® Mastermind. I'll show you how to own a business that can survive if you need to take some time off when life happens. Apply here.    In This Episode You'll Learn: How to succeed not only when life goes perfectly, but when life happens How to optimize team roles to have a sustainable business What it's like to have someone in the business that allows you to take a step back and focus on the big picture of the business The importance of being able to deal with life on your own terms What it means to Practice Brave   Featured on the Show: Brianna Battles is the CEO and founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman's life.  Brianna has her Master's Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration and her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology. She is an active member of the NSCA where she is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a USAW Sports Performance Coach. She lives in Southern California with her husband and 2 sons (Cade and Chance). Heather Osby is COO and Head of Marketing at Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism.  Brianna's Website Follow Brianna on Instagram Practice Brave Podcast Scale to Seven® Mastermind   Let's Connect Glean from our library of CEO resources at kathrynbinkley.com Connect with Kathryn on Instagram!   Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher!  We'd greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so we can reach more entrepreneurs like you! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Scale to Seven®) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send

In this episode, we get the exciting opportunity to chat with one of our mentors, Brianna Battles! Bri specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman's life. She is a relentless advocate and relatable resource for women who want training during pregnancy and make a sustainable return to performance, lifestyle, function, career, and activity postpartum (and postpartum is forever)! This effort is what led to her creating a curriculum for coaches and practitioners who also want to support athletes through this process.Brianna has well established, successful online education, programs, and resources for both fitness professionals, practitioners, and athletes. She has built an international team of P&PA Coaches who are equipped to work with pregnant and postpartum athletes in their communities and online.Bri has so much wisdom to share from her years working with pregnant and postpartum athletes. We touch on many important topics including:

In this episode we discuss:the lack of career opportunities presented to personal trainers after getting a degreethe process of building a career in fitnessthe importance of training in-person before going onlinesetting ourselves apart from the trends in fitnessYou can find Brianna at:@brianna.battlesBriannaBattles.comThe Practice Brave PodcastFREE RESOURCE:Download your copy of 5 Industry Secrets To Make Program Design Simple-----If you liked today's episode, do me a solid:Post a screenshot & your biggest takeaway to Instagram stories and tag me @jasminebraxton.co so I can repost ya!Leave a positive review on Apple Podcasts.Subscribe & share with your coach friends!-----WEBSITE: www.jasminebraxton.coSOCIAL: @jasminebraxton.co

Maintaining some movement and exercise during pregnancy can help decrease aches & pains, prepares you for the physical act of labour, and can aid in postpartum recovery. But what about more intense work-out regimens or strength training? Dr. Alicia chats with Rebecca Tranter, registered massage therapist, Level 1 certified CrossFit trainer, and expectant mama-to-be about her pregnancy journey in strength training as well as an unexpected diagnosis in her 1st trimester.  If you have any questions for Rebecca, feel free to reach out at | IG: @rebeccatranter  E-Mail: rebeccaltranter@gmail.com | Gyms Rebecca coaches at: CrossFit Zone & Forge Victoria Other resources: Robyn Rayner, RMT and Pregnancy and Postpartum Coach: @taranis.mom.strong Brianna Battles: @pregnant.postpartum.athlete Mobility Movement: Great momma bear pregnancy series with a list of modifications for the gym.

In this episode of Ask Dr Jessica, Dr Jessica Hochman interviews Brianna Battles, the host of the popular "Practice Brave" podcast and founder of the "Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism" online fitness coaching program.  Brianna specifically coaches moms during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. As an athlete and mom herself, Brianna's goal is to help parents and athletes pursue a lifetime of fitness.   She offers great, practical tips about how to think about exercise, and how to allow it to be a source of joy during parenthood. To learn more about Brianna and what she does, please check out her website,www.briannabattles.com.  You can also find her on Instagram @Brianna.battles. Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children.  Do you have a question you want Dr. Jessica to answer?  Send an email to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com. For more Ask Dr Jessica content:Website: https://www.askdrjessicamd.com/Subscribe to her mailing list on her website!Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessicaSubscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr JessicaSubscribe to her podcast: Ask Dr JessicaPlease note this channel does not take the place of advice from your own medical doctor.  If you have any medical concerns, please seek medical attention.

Having an entrepreneurial business model is all about loving what you do. When you put together what you love doing, talking about and teaching with an actual career, that's what we call a vocation. In this episode, Jill has an honest conversation with Brianna Battles and they talk about the fitness space, recognizing gaps in that space and how to find your opportunity there.   Brianna also talks about the process of creating a certification. You first need to take ownership of what you know, what you understand, and your zone of genius in order to provide other people with the same knowledge. Besides knowing your audience, it's important to know how your audience behaves, and also how you behave. You need to trust yourself, show your cards, and follow your creator path.   “It takes away from your own authenticity, and your own vision, and your own ideas when you get so consumed by what other people think or what other people are saying.” – Brianna Battles   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.    Connect with us! You can check out Brianna's Certification by clicking here! Instagram: @brianna.battles  Website: briannabattles.com Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

In today's episode I'm joined by Brianna Battles. Brianna Brianna Battles is the Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman’s life.----Are there things you can/should be doing in my pre-pregnancy to help make pregnancy and postpartum easier?-How to adjust your mentality around things like training intensity, exercise selection, and body image during pregnancy-Pelvic floor health: Why it’s so important and how to work on it-Postpartum strength training? How quickly can you get back to “your old self” and what does that look like--- Where to find Brianna:Instagram:@BriannaBattlesWebsite: BriannaBattles.comResources: How to adjust your workouts for pregnancyResources: Coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes--- Where to find me:Instagram: @JordanLipsFitnessYoutube: Jordan Lips FitnessEmail: JordanLips@Jordanlipsfitness.comPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalTikTok: @JordanLipsFitnessWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.com---Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL---Love You-JL

Our resident physical therapist Dr. April Douglas tackles Diastasis Recti, which is abdominal separation due to pregnancy. I ask her exactly what it is, how it affects our core strength, why it occurs and how and when to treat it.  Resources from today: Brianna Battles, Girls Gone Strong, Pelvicguru.com, pelvicrehab.com and APTA.org. You can find Dr. April on Instagram @myPT2go

This week I had the rare treat of sitting down in person to chat with my friend, Brianna Battles, and catch up with her on what 2020 looked like for her family and for her business. Brianna’s business may be focused on pregnant and postpartum athletes, but she is a coach through and through; it […] The post MOTM #279: Integrators vs. Visionaries with Brianna Battles appeared first on The Movement Maestro.

Today I sit down with a very special guest – Brianna Battles – to discuss training the pregnant and postpartum client. She has been instrumental in educating me and changing the trajectory of my career as a trainer, and I am so happy to share this interview with you all. Pregnancy and postpartum athleticism is an area that can be lacking in trustworthy information online and on social media. Often times on social media, one trainer might suggest you take this or that easy. Another might push the idea that you can keep going at the rate you always have. The truth is that just like with everything else, training during pregnancy and postpartum is highly specific to the individual. In this episode, Brianna Battles talks all about...- How postpartum is forever – a fact many people do not take into consideration – and your athleticism does not need to end when your motherhood begins.- Pregnancy introduces a number of physiological factors that need to be taken into account and treated with care so that no one ends up injured.- Common myths and misconceptions about training pregnant clients....and more.Tune in to this episode for a discussion that hits this coach close to home. About Today's Guest Brianna Battles is the Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman’s life. She is a relentless advocate and relatable resource for women who want training during pregnancy and make a sustainable return to performance, lifestyle, function, career, and activity postpartum. Podcast Review + Bonus Offer If you enjoy this episode, I would love to hear your favorite part or what inspired you. Leave us a 5-star review over at Apple Podcasts by clicking here. Be sure to screenshot the published review and send it to the team at support@bsimpsonfitness.com, and we’ll send you a very special BONUS episode: How to Optimize your IG so that you can get your first 5 high paying clients even with just 100 followers. BSimpsonFitness Links Beverley Simpson's 7-Day Social Media Content Planner - Download this FREE 7-day social media content planner, and discover exactly what to post for the next seven days so that you get your first few high-paying clients. Beverley Simpson's PT Profit Formula & PT Profit Formula Plus - A complete step-by-step process to create a sales syst

Today I sit down with a very special guest – Brianna Battles – to discuss training the pregnant and postpartum client. She has been instrumental in educating me and changing the trajectory of my career as a trainer, and I am so happy to share this interview with you all. Pregnancy and postpartum athleticism is an area that can be lacking in trustworthy information online and on social media. Often times on social media, one trainer might suggest you take this or that easy. Another might push the idea that you can keep going at the rate you always have. The truth is that just like with everything else, training during pregnancy and postpartum is highly specific to the individual. In this episode, Brianna Battles talks all about...- How postpartum is forever – a fact many people do not take into consideration – and your athleticism does not need to end when your motherhood begins.- Pregnancy introduces a number of physiological factors that need to be taken into account and treated with care so that no one ends up injured.- Common myths and misconceptions about training pregnant clients. ...and more.Tune in to this episode for a discussion that hits this coach close to home. About Today's Guest Brianna Battles is the Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman’s life. She is a relentless advocate and relatable resource for women who want training during pregnancy and make a sustainable return to performance, lifestyle, function, career, and activity postpartum. Podcast Review + BONUS Offer If you enjoy this episode, I would love to hear your favorite part or what inspired you. Leave us a 5-star review over at Apple Podcasts by clicking here. Be sure to screenshot the published review and send it to the team at support@bsimpsonfitness.com, and we’ll send you a very special BONUS episode: How to Optimize your IG so that you can get your first 5 high paying clients even with just 100 followers. Related Links Brianna Battles Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Brianna Battles (@brianna.battles) on InstagramBeverley Simpson's Simple Selling TrainingBeverley S

Today I sit down with a very special guest – Brianna Battles – to discuss training the pregnant and postpartum client. She has been instrumental in educating me and changing the trajectory of my career as a trainer, and I am so happy to share this interview with you all. Pregnancy and postpartum athleticism is an area that can be lacking in trustworthy information online and on social media. Often times on social media, one trainer might suggest you take this or that easy. Another might push the idea that you can keep going at the rate you always have. The truth is that just like with everything else, training during pregnancy and postpartum is highly specific to the individual. In this episode, Brianna Battles talks all about...- How postpartum is forever – a fact many people do not take into consideration – and your athleticism does not need to end when your motherhood begins.- Pregnancy introduces a number of physiological factors that need to be taken into account and treated with care so that no one ends up injured.- Common myths and misconceptions about training pregnant clients. ...and more.Tune in to this episode for a discussion that hits this coach close to home. About Today's Guest Brianna Battles is the Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaching professionals on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of training during these chapters in a woman’s life. She is a relentless advocate and relatable resource for women who want training during pregnancy and make a sustainable return to performance, lifestyle, function, career, and activity postpartum. Podcast Review + BONUS Offer If you enjoy this episode, I would love to hear your favorite part or what inspired you. Leave us a 5-star review over at Apple Podcasts by clicking here. Be sure to screenshot the published review and send it to the team at support@bsimpsonfitness.com, and we’ll send you a very special BONUS episode: How to Optimize your IG so that you can get your first 5 high paying clients even with just 100 followers. Related Links Brianna Battles Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Brianna Battles (@brianna.battles) on InstagramSimple Selling Training - a new FREE 45-minute course

This week, I have the pleasure of speaking with Brianna Battles who is the founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism. This episode is SO MUCH MORE than pregnancy and postpartum fitness. We discuss overall pregnancy and postpartum wellness that is not limited to physical fitness.  Website - thekentuckymomma.com Email - thekentuckymommapodcast@gmail.com Facebook - The Kentucky Momma Facebook Group - The Kentucky Momma Podcast Instagram - keishanicolet

This week on the podcast we’re joined by, Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach and Women's Health Physical Therapy Assistant, Nicole Goss. She talks about navigating fitness during her first pregnancy and learning that she had pelvic organ prolapse almost immediately after the birth of her son.  She shares about how adaptable and resilient our bodies can be with the right tools, resources, and strategies and how she’s found hope and a new kind of athleticism as she navigates her 2nd pregnancy. Nicole is a WEALTH of knowledge and shines a bright and positive light on how to thrive in fitness and in life with pelvic organ prolapse.    IG Handle: @ncgoss08   Content Warning: Our desire with this podcast is to share the many different pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences of the people in our community. Therefore the nature of the podcast, although very personal, has what could be sensitive and/or triggering content including, but not limited to, experiences with medical emergencies, loss, miscarriage, PPD and anxiety.   Topics: 02:48 - Getting started as a PTA and Personal Trainer 03:39 - Finding the Brianna Battles PP&A Course 05:11 - First pregnancy and “Athlete Brain” 07:45 - Feeling disrespected during labor and delivery 9:58 - Early signs and symptoms of prolapse 11:34 - What is pelvic organ prolapse? 14:07 - Brianna Battles and Haley Shevener on resources and tools for navigating POP 18:20 - Warning signs of POP 22:35 - Strategies for managing core and pelvic floor dysfunction 34:12 - Managing “Athlete Brain” 41:20 - More resources on pelvic health and athleticism Links: Carolina’s Instagram Street Parking Street Parking Instagram Reviews: If you love this podcast please click HERE to leave us a review. If you enjoyed this podcast please share it with someone else that you think needs it! Thank you   

In today’s episode, we interview a highly sought-after woman in the health and fitness industry, Brianna Battles. We’re lucky enough to call Brianna our friend and have been privy to her journey of redefining what being an athlete means for her as she transitioned to becoming a mom and entrepreneur.  Today, Brianna is a powerhouse in the health and fitness industry- training with high level athletes and also trains coaches on how to work with pre and postnatal athletes. One of Brianna’s main messages: you have to learn how to work through your “athlete brain” mindset if you want to live a healthy, happy, balanced life.  If you identify as an athlete or high-achiever in any capacity this podcast is going to really hit home. And bonus: if you are a personal trainer, coach, physiotherapist, or any professional who works with a pre/postnatal population, Brianna’s course: Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism is on sale this week. Enjoy! Come be social with us! Balance365 Facebook: Weight Loss Without Restriction Balance365 Instagram: @balance365life Join the Balance365 Coaching waitlist

During Episode 2, I interview Brianna Battles, the Founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism. We chat about Top Issues seen during Pregnancy and Postpartum. As well as what she likes to call "Athlete Brain." With an over saturation of Fit Moms talking about Diastasis Recti, but not really giving solid information on how to heal from it, or if it is even a bad thing, Brianna gives us the 411 and sets the record straight once and for all.Podcast Highlights:2:02 - Fit Pregnancy Culture4:30 - Diastasis Recti9:17 - The hits our Bodies take Postpartum10:05 - Athlete Brain16:16 - Top Issues when working with Women during Pregnancy20:17 - Eating During Pregnancy & "Cheat Foods"26:20 - Body Image29:58 - Covid-19 Pandemic Talk36:00 - Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism resources

Brianna Battles teaches coaches who want information & context to become more valuable to their pregnant & postpartum athletes. Her contention: That more coaches with this skill-set are good for members & good for business.Find Brianna on IG.Learn more about Brianna's online training courses.Read Patrick's takeaways.Find the show on IG.About Open GymOpen Gym amplifies the voices, experiences, & insights of some of the brightest minds in the gym business. New conversations every Tuesday morning.About PatrickOpen Gym is produced & hosted by Patrick Cummings, a long-time CrossFitter & brand coach to gym owners & entrepreneurs.About Morning Chalk UpThe Morning Chalk Up is the leading news organization inside the CrossFit community. Sign up to receive the fittest news here. 

Brianna Battles teaches coaches who want information & context to become more valuable to their pregnant & postpartum athletes. Her contention: That more coaches with this skill-set are good for members & good for business.Find Brianna on IG.Learn more about Brianna's online training courses.Read Patrick's takeaways.Find the show on IG.About Open GymOpen Gym amplifies the voices, experiences, & insights of some of the brightest minds in the gym business. New conversations every Tuesday morning.About PatrickOpen Gym is produced & hosted by Patrick Cummings, a long-time CrossFitter & brand coach to gym owners & entrepreneurs.About Morning Chalk UpThe Morning Chalk Up is the leading news organization inside the CrossFit community. Sign up to receive the fittest news here. 

Welcome to the first episode of the Practice Brave Podcast! I invited my business project manager on this first episode to talk through my personal pregnancy and postpartum journey which led me to create Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and this podcast! We cover my story, what Practice Brave is all about, and what you can expect out of the show every other week! I am so grateful you are here and I would love it if you'd share the show with anyone that would benefit from it! Find me on instagram @Brianna.Battles and check out the show notes for all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode. Talk to you next time! SHOW NOTES: www.BriannaBattles.com/episode1

On this episode, we talk with Brianna Battles about how women should exercise during and after pregnancy. Having a child is a massive change in a woman's body and life - here's what to do (and what not to do) during this unique time.

I met Brianna at a pregnancy seminar this July and really enjoyed all of the information, wisdom, and knowledge she has about training during pregnancy. She along with Jessie Mundell are two of the women I trust to have the cutting edge information about proper training during this stage of a women's life. They don't operate from a fear based place on how to train but more of a questioning as to why would one want to do that right now. Where to connect with Brianna  www.briannabattles.com Instagram- @brianna.battles Instagram- @pregnant.postpartum.athlete Topics Discussed Training tips during pregnancy Postpartum return to exercise Athlete Brain Organ prolapse Incontinence Diastasic recti Resources Mentioned Haley Shevener  Weekly Challenge: What is my reason for doing this right now? Ask yourself that when doing your workout routine, starting a new diet, starting a business. Use that throughout your day to gleam answers why. Where to connect with Andrea Instagram- instagram.com/andreaclaassen21 Website- andreaclaassen.com Instagram- instagram.com/fitalmanac Facebook- www.facebook.com/andreaclaassen21

In this episode, I invite strength coach and educator Brianna Battles onto the show. We talk about coaching the pregnant athlete, how to set strength and fitness goals during the pregnancy journey, and communicating consistent health and wellbeing. Heres how to reach Brianna : Instagram: @briannabattles Website: www.briannabattles.com Books mentioned during the episode: Dare to lead by Brene Brown ------ Thanks for listening! Follow Andy at the links below: Instagram : @af_move Facebook: @afmove

In today's episode of HER Body™, Alex has founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism, Brianna Battles on as her guest. They discuss why she started P&PA and how her struggles through her first pregnancy lead her on a path to seek outside help from many professionals and specialists. To Learn More: https://1b.io/Ld

Brianna Battles has launched version 2.0 of her renowned Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism course and so naturally I had to give her a mic so that you could hear all the ways that this course can help you become a better coach, therapist, trainer, partner, clinician, provider, human…you get where I’m going with this. Pregnancy […] The post MOTM #104: Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism 2.0 with Brianna Battles appeared first on The Movement Maestro.

You guys asked us to get Brianna Battles on the show, and we made it happen. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaches on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of athleticism during these chapters in a woman’s life. Brianna has online courses and resources for both fitness professionals and athletes and is the founder of the movement and online education, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. If you have questions about your pelvic floor or diastasis recti this is the episode for you!

In this week's podcast I'm joined by Brianna Battles. Brianna is a Strength Coach who specialises in Pregnant and Post-Partum Athletes. She's the owner of Everyday Battles and provides fantastic education courses for Coaches.In the episode Brianna and I discuss:- Brianna's experience with both of her pregnancies and how it lead her to become the coach she wished she had for her pregnancy and post-partum rehab.- The fallacy of taking the "continue what you've always done" and "listen to your body" approach when working with pregnant clients.- The importance of individual screening when it comes to assessing how clients breathe during lifts to ensure core and pelvic floor integrity isn't being compromised.- Why Brianna screens previous training and sport history so thoroughly with all her clients.- Why Brianna created her Coaching Course and why she is currently upgrading the content.- The importance of managing the psychological impact of pregnancy and post-partum and how Brianna helps clients manage insecurities, frustration and ego.- The importance of allowing yourself to be vulnerable and letting change happen.If you'd like to increase your knowledge on Pregnancy and Post-Partum be sure to check out Brianna's website, Instagram and sign up for her free ebooks or Education course.Website: http://www.briannabattles.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianna.battles/Free ebooks: http://www.briannabattles.com/resources/Education Course: https://pregnancyandpostpartumathleticism.com/p/pregnancy-and-postpartum-athleticism

Authenticity is word that gets tossed around often in the world of social media, but few actually live it. On Episode 6 of the Art of Coaching Podcast I am joined by someone who is sincerely authentic in everything she does, Coach Brianna Battles. Brianna is former D1 strength and conditioning coach and corporate wellness vet who left both of those worlds to start her own company called Everyday Battles. Brianna's company specializes in coaching pregnant athletes as well as educating coaches on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of athleticism during these chapters in a woman's life. Check out this episode to learn why it's easier to practice what you preach when your preach what you practice. Topics Covered On This Episode-Why Brianna started her company-Finding monitorship as a postpartum expert-The physiological considerations of the pregnant athlete-Being a leader as a woman in the strength and conditioning field-How to find great mentors-The systems that help Brianna be a balanced and successful coach, wife & entrepreneur-Misconceptions of being an entrepreneur-Advice for women who want to get into the strength and conditioning field Learn more about Brianna Battles here Website www.briannabattles.com Brianna's Coursehttp://www.briannabattles.com/online-courses/coaches/pregnancy-postpartum-athleticism/ Instagram: @brianna.battles Subscribe To The Art Of Coaching Podcast Here iTunes Spotify Google  

Brianna Battles is a woman's strength and conditioning coach based out of California, who specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaches on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of athleticism during these chapters in a woman’s life. Kathryn and Brianna dig into all things pregnancy and postpartum, the unique and perpetually changing bodies of women and how this relates to athletics, human functionality, and performance. Brianna is a long time mover, trainer and kinesiologist who, as a well educated coach and movement professional, found herself in uncharted territory with conditions and limitations following the birth of her first child. We learn about her journey with healing her own body and unpacking her own experiences as she explored and uncovered information that wasn't readily available (even 5 years ago) with regards to diastasis recti, pelvic health functionality and more, which led to her present work supporting and advocating for women and their individual needs and goals during these vulnerable times. Brianna definitely does not equate vulnerability with weakness and always works with the whole woman.  She shares her philosophies on "listening to our bodies," and how this isn't always inherently possible or reliable, yet how important it is to develop and exercise one's awareness in body, mind, breath, and movement tendency. The pair address the topics of  incontinence, oft "normalized" or ignored entirely; breathing; creativity in movement strategies; and the value of communicating effectively risk versus reward scenarios to set people up for success not only in pregnancy but in postpartum and beyond. This episode is a must listen for coaches and trainers who work closely with women, and for all women everywhere.

A good coach does so much more than just address the physical. Societal expectations and self-imposed judgments are a very real thing, and if you want to truly help your client, you gotta make sure you're addressing those issues. – Join me this week for an episode with Brianna Battles that highlights the fact that […] The post MOTM #032: Coaching the Pregnant and Postpartum Athlete with Brianna Battles appeared first on The Movement Maestro.

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, Shannon Sepulveda, DPT guest hosts and interviews Brianna Battles on training post­partum athletes. Brianna Battles is the CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaches on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of athleticism during these chapters in a woman’s life. Brianna has online courses and resources for both fitness professionals and athletes and is the founder of the movement and online education, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. She has built an international team of coaches who are equipped to work with pregnant and postpartum athletes. In this episode, we discuss: -Common diagnoses following pregnancy that impact an athlete’s performance -How trainers and physical therapists can collaborate for the postpartum athlete -The good and bad of social media during the postpartum period -Cultural expectations surrounding what postpartum should look like -And so much more!   Adjusting a training regime during pregnancy and postpartum can be a huge psychological hurdle for athlete’s to overcome. Brianna has found that, “We have to make the most informed decisions possible without ego getting in the way.”   Shifting cultural expectations surrounding what you should look like or be able to do during postpartum is one of Brianna’s biggest goals. She stresses, “Birth is a big deal. Pregnancy changes your body. And postpartum is not just a six week timeline it’s an ongoing change.”   While social media can be full of inspiration, it may also only show us the highlight reel of how someone has been progressing through postpartum. Brianna reminds, “Never compare yourself to who you see on social media and what their story is.”   For more information on Brianna: Brianna Battles is the CEO of Everyday Battles LLC. She specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, as well as educating coaches on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of athleticism during these chapters in a woman’s life. Brianna has online courses and resources for both fitness professionals and athletes and is the founder of the movement and online education, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. She has built an international team of coaches who are equipped to work with pregnant and postpartum athletes. Brianna is an advocate for women who want train during pregnancy and make a sustainable return to performance, lifestyle, function, career and activity in the postpartum chapter. She has been able to accomplish this not just with her own coaching efforts, but by also educating coaches to do the same in their communities and online. Brianna has a local strength and conditioning program, but has shifted her focus to working online and traveling for seminars in an effort to reach a broader audience. She has experience in coaching in Division 1 collegiate athletics, corporate wellness management, personal training, strength and conditioning, presenting, remote coaching, mentoring and habits. Brianna has her Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration and her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. She is an active member of the NSCA where she is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a USAW Sports Performance Coach. She has completed multiple continuing education courses and mentorships in the women’s health and strength and conditioning realm. She lives in Southern California with her husband, 2 sons (Cade and Chance) and 2 boxers.   For more information on Shannon: Shannon Sepulveda, DPT, M.Ed., CSCS, WCS is the owner and Physical Therapist at Shannon Sepulveda, DPT, PLLC. She is an Orthopedic and Women’s Health Physical Therapist and is currently the only Board-Certified Women’s Health Physical Therapist (WCS) in Montana. Shannon received her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College, Masters in Education from Harvard University (M.Ed.) and Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Montana. She is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). She has been a practicing Physical Therapist in Bozeman, Montana for over 6 years. In her free time, she enjoys running, biking, skiing, hunting and spending time with her husband, son and daughter.   Resources discussed on this show: Email: briannabattles@everyday-battles.com Brianna Battles Website Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Website Brianna Battles Instagram Brianna Battles Facebook Women’s Health APTA Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen  

In today's episode we interview Brianna Battles, owner of Everyday Battles Strength and Conditioning, and trainer to pregnant and postpartum athletes and coaches everywhere. She shares what her work looks like, her thoughts on knowing what's best for the individual, and when athletes maybe shouldn't listen to their intuition…(and MUCH more!)

In today’s episode we interview Brianna Battles, owner of Everyday Battles Strength and Conditioning, and trainer to pregnant and postpartum athletes and coaches everywhere. She shares what her work looks like, her thoughts on knowing what’s best for the individual, and when athletes maybe shouldn’t listen to their intuition…(and MUCH more!)

Is it enough to tell women to listen to their bodies, especially when they are high-level athletes accustomed to pushing through pain? Brianna Battles is a strength and conditioning coach who is changing the landscape for female CrossFit athletes. She believes we have to do more than say “do this” or “don’t do that” when [...]

Is it enough to tell women to listen to their bodies, especially when they are high-level athletes accustomed to pushing through pain? Brianna Battles is a strength and conditioning coach who is changing the landscape for female CrossFit athletes. She believes we have to do more than say “do this” or “don’t do that” when [...]

In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Beverley Simpson, a coach helping mamas pre & post birth build confidence through strength & fat loss without body hate. I knew from the moment I heard Beverley speak at Elevate '18 that I had to have her on the show. I had never heard a mom speak so frankly about their birth & mothering experience. I wanted Beverley to shed some light & awareness for mamas, soon-to-be-mamas, and women who hope to have kids one day on what happens to our bodies when have children and how we can proceed with confidence, awareness, and strength. We cover: - Beverley's story - What to expect through pregnancy & birth - Being flexible about your birth plan - Pre & postpartum fitness (exercises to avoid & focus on) - Breastfeeding - Building confidence after birth - Birth & postpartum resources - Avoiding the comparison trap - Self-care for mamas Find Beverley at: www.bsimpsonfitness.com Follow her on social @bsimpsonfitness Join her FREE Facebook group, Healthy Moms, Happy Kids: https://www.facebook.com/groups/292850914537124/ -- Mentions: Girl's Gone Strong Pre & Post Natal Certification https://www.girlsgonestrong.com/blog/coaching-and-training/cppc-faq/ Jessie Mundell https://jessiemundell.com/ Brianna Battles http://www.briannabattles.com/ On social: @girlsgonestrong @briannabattles @jessiemundell @hotandhealthylife @jessicaoar @haleyshevener @mombeyondbaby @healthyhabitshappymoms

This week we are joined by Brianna Battles! Brianna is a mom to two young sons, and specializes in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes. Having grown up as an athlete, she was surprised by the lack of resources and research-based information that was available to her as she tried to stay active during her first pregnancy, and then as she struggled to recover from a traumatic C-section. Brianna decided to live out the saying, “Be who you needed when you were younger,” and set out to create a coaching program to support pregnant and postpartum athletes. Now, in addition to coaching women 1:1 around the world, she provides online education courses and collaborates with women’s health professionals to ensure that all women have access to the information and resources that she herself felt were missing from her own experience.  http://www.briannabattles.com/ Support the podcast! Click the SUBSCRIBE button on iTunes! Please leave us a review on iTunes!! We love hearing your feedback and want to make this show the best it can be for YOU, amazing listeners. Share with a friend while you’re at it! www.girlsgonewodpodcast.com Send us an email with feedback, voice memos, and show ideas: girlsgonewod@gmail.com Additional production work and theme song by David Dalton http://daviddalton.com/

Brianna and April both join me today to discuss mindset around exercise, training and competition. This is for anyone who strives to do better than the day before. Often this comes at a price, especially when we push beyond the boundaries of our bodies.

On today's episode, I'm chatting with Brianna Battles about strength training and adaptations for the pregnant and postpartum athlete! We're back with our 139th episode of the Fed+Fit Podcast! Remember to check back every Monday for a new episode and be sure to subscribe on iTunes! Find us HERE on iTunes and be sure to "subscribe." Episode 139 Sponsors ButcherBox - for $15 off + free bacon (!!) with your order Real Life, Baby! - For a limited time, get 10%-off with the discount code "Cricket10" Episode 139 Links Use code "fedandfit" for 20% off of the following:  Online Course for Athletes: Strength Training & Adaptations for the Pregnant and Postpartum Athlete Online Course for Coaches: Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Postpartum Athlete Training program: coming in early Feb! Episode 139 Transcription Today’s show is brought to you by Real Life Baby! Real Life Baby is a fabulous online resource where you will find a variety of tips on baby and toddler well-being in addition to the most thoughtfully sourced baby gear eco shop. Real Life Baby is a great resource for parents looking to surround their little ones with the safest, most nurturing materials available. I’m personally a big fan of the humanely sourced wool products. You can explore the Real Life Baby shop by heading to their website at www. reallifebabyecoshop.com. And for a short period of time, you can even get 10% discount by using the code “Cricket10” all one word; discount code inspired by my own little bun in the oven. Cassy Joy: Welcome back to another episode of the Fed and Fit podcast. My name is Cassy Joy Garcia; I am your host. Welcome to our weekly 30-minute mindset, health, fitness, nutrition all that good stuff, we like to cover it all show. Today, bringing back an encore guest. I’m really excited about this. Her name is Brianna Battles. And if you caught episode number 126, you were first introduced to her there. She has a wealth of information. She’s a pregnancy and postpartum strength and conditioning coach with just a solid outlook when it comes to preparing our mindset for pregnancy and postpartum. One of my favorite quotes from the first podcast is a really good reminder that pregnancy is temporary, postpartum is forever. And to really make sure that we’re intentional about nurturing our bodies and making sure we’re set up for long-term success for the health of our selves and for our babies. So I’m really thrilled to welcome you back. We have so much more to cover, Brianna. Welcome to the show! Brianna Battles: Hey, thank you so much for having me. I’m really excited to be on here again. Cassy Joy: Absolutely. I’m excited to have you. And if you guys are sitting at your computers and just eager to Google right away, you can find her on the web at BriannaBattles.com. But today we’re going to cover a couple of different topics. Since posting that podcast, I think both Brianna and myself were reached out to by a bunch of folks who listened to the episode and just confirmed how much it resonated with them. And the story of how to really listen to our new body and what that really means. It’s not something that’s necessarily intuitive. And I really wanted to invite her back on so we could follow up on that conversation. Sort of a part two. So we’re going to talk about that today. I also went and saw my very first pelvic floor specialist. I’m running a couple of minutes behind, and it’s because I just got home from my appointment. So it’s really fresh. So I’ve been talking about pelvic health all day! {laughing} Brianna Battles: Oh boy! {laughs} Cassy Joy: Oh boy. It’s actually really excited. I got home, and I told my husband; I can’t wait to tell you all the things I learned! {laughing} Brianna Battles: Oh my gosh. I know my husband things I’m so crazy. He’s like; I’m pretty sure I know more about the pelvic floor than any man ever should.

On today's episode, I'm chatting with Brianna Battles, pregnancy and postpartum athletic coach, about how to maintain a healthy mindset through and after pregnancy. We're back with our 126th episode of the Fed+Fit Podcast! Remember to check back every Monday for a new episode and be sure to subscribe on iTunes! Find us HERE on iTunes and be sure to "subscribe." Episode 126 Sponsors Pride of Bristol Bay - be sure to enter the promo code "fedandfit" (one word, all lowercase) at checkout for a discount during the month of October (2017). Episode 126 Links Check out Brianna's website HERE. Find Brianna on social media via handle @briannabattles. Check out Brianna's online pregnancy/postpartum course HERE. Check out Brianna's online coaches courses HERE. Episode 126 Transcription Today’s show is brought to you by Pride of Bristol Bay, where you can get truly sustainable, high quality, nutritious Alaskan sockeye salmon delivered right to your door. Pride of Bristol Bay’s wild salmon is sustainably harvested in the pristine waters of Bristol Bay, Alaska. Their focused team of fisherman are committed to the highest quality in handling standards at the point of harvest, creating the unsurpassed quality and flavor you’ll find in every one of their wild sockeye filets and portions. Each case of their wild salmon is labeled with the name of the Bristol Bay fishing district in which the salmon was harvested. It’s the ultimate in traceability. Boxes of supremely fresh frozen filets and portions of the highest quality salmon are delivered to your door, skin on, and already deboned. It is hands down the best salmon I’ve ever enjoyed. You can learn more about Pride of Bristol Bay and support their important work by ordering your first box of frozen salmon by visiting their website over at www.PrideOfBristolBay.com. And, for the month of October, make sure you submit the discount code, “fedandfit”, one word all lowercase at checkout. Cassy Joy: Welcome back to another episode of the Fed and Fit podcast. I cannot tell you how much I was looking forward; still am looking forward to it because it hasn’t exactly happened yet. {laughs} Today’s interview. I have invited Brianna Battles to come onto todays show. You can find her; if you're sitting at your computer and you want to get a head start on Googling, she’s at www.BriannaBattles.com. But she has; I’ll briefly tell you a little bit about her, and then I’ll ask her to tell more about her. She has worked in the strength conditioning and wellness industry for years, and has coached at various levels. She’s the owner of everyday battle strength and conditioning. Which is located in Thousand Oaks, California. She coaches a variety of people, from high level athletes to lifestyle fitness population both in person and online. Her specialty, however, which is why I think I was especially excited to invite her on, is coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes. From powerlifting to mommy bootcamp goers to high-level competitors. I’m so excited about todays’ conversation, Brianna. I’ve been following you online for a while, fangirling. And it’s just an honor to have you on the show today. Welcome. Brianna Battles: Thank you so much for having me. I’m really excited to chat with you, and whoever listens in on this. It sounded like a great opportunity. Cassy Joy: Yeah! It’s a group; let’s see. We love to geek out over science, to tell you a little bit about our Fed and Fit podcast audience. We love to geek out, we love mindset pieces, and overall wellness. So you're a perfect fit. And I know there’s a lot of; whether they’re currently pregnant, postpartum, wanting to get pregnant, or just wanting to be in this conversation. Maybe they’re healthcare coaches, or maybe they’re nutritionists that are listening. Or maybe they’re fitness coaches, wanting ways to better support their clients and their athletes.

When it comes to exercise postpartum, the primary message is to take the time you need to heal. Don’t rush to “get your body back” because it is easy to do more harm than good by pushing your body too hard before it is ready. The best thing to do for your body right after having a baby is to rest and recover. There are people out there who want to help you and who have the right tools to help you. It is okay that your body takes time to heal and build strength back. There are smart ways to develop strength and function, such as learning how posture and breathing can help you in everyday activities. When your body is ready, and that could be months or years after giving birth, you can develop a fitness strategy that is appropriate for yourself.