Show Notes

We are joined by Georgy Dillon, a personal trainer who made a fascinating leap from the world of estate agency to become a beacon of wisdom in perinatal fitness. Navigating the challenges and misconceptions of pregnancy fitness can be daunting, but Georgy is here to dismantle myths and empower mothers-to-be. Whether it’s tackling the dreaded pelvic girdle pain or busting myths around weightlifting during pregnancy, this episode is a friendly guide. We converse about real-life scenarios and strategies to maintain an active lifestyle while pregnant, emphasizing the importance of listening to our bodies and adapting routines. It’s all about staying informed, consulting specialists, and understanding that pregnancy doesn’t mean fragility but adaptability.

 As we transition to postpartum recovery, we explore the four R’s: Rest, Recover, Reconnect, and Rebuild, essential for any new mom. Georgy shares practical advice on nurturing pelvic floor health and how to gradually reintroduce exercise post-birth. From gentle breathing techniques to rebuilding core strength, these discussions aim to equip our listeners with the knowledge to embrace their postpartum bodies compassionately. We wrap up with a candid conversation on societal pressures, the realities of postpartum health, and the importance of self-care amidst the chaos of new motherhood. Join us for a hearty episode filled with laughs, empathy, and valuable takeaways.

 Prenatal exercise and its effects on postpartum mental health: systematic review and meta-analysis

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39508925/ 

 Maternal and Fetal Cardiovascular Responses to Acute High-Intensity Interval and Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training Exercise During Pregnancy: A Randomized Crossover Trial. Sports Medicine. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37213048/ 

 Impact of heavy resistance training on pregnancy and postpartum health outcomes Previtt et al 2023

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36331580/ 

 Impact of postpartum physical activity on cardiometabolic health, breastfeeding, injury and infant growth and development: a systematic review and meta-analysis

https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2024/10/07/bjsports-2024-108483#

 You can find Georgy here:

https://www.instagram.com/georgydillon_pt/

https://www.georgydillonpt.com

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