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The Barbell Mamas Podcast | Pregnancy, Postpartum, Pelvic HealthAuthor: Christina Prevett
The Barbell Mamas podcast aims to be the go-to resource for women trying to conceive, who are pregnant or postpartum that love moving their bodies. The times are changing and moms have athletic goals, want to exercise at high-intensity or lift heavy weights, and want to be able to continue with their exercise routines during pregnancy, after baby and with healthcare providers that support them along the way. In this podcast, we are going to bring you up-to-date health and fitness information about all topics in women's health with a special lens of exercise. With standalone episodes and special guests, we hope to help you feel prepared and supported in your motherhood or pelvic health journey. Language: en-us Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Moving Before The Six Weeks
Wednesday, 10 December, 2025
What if the six-week postpartum rule is more tradition than science? We take you inside a smarter, kinder approach to early recovery—one that blends evidence with real life so you can move your body sooner, safely, and with confidence. Christina shares the research on moderate activity at two to three weeks postpartum, explains why vigorous intensity may be too much for healing tissues, and lays out clear “navigational buoys” that turn the vague advice to “listen to your body” into specific, actionable signals.You’ll learn why strict bed rest doesn’t align with modern rehab principles and how early, tolerable movement can reduce complications and lift your mood. We walk through low-strain exercises that fit busy days—supine core work, side-lying strength, seated upper-body moves—and show how to scale modified planks and gentle isometrics to rebuild pressure control without flare-ups. For lifters, Christina explains when an empty bar might be appropriate, how to progress with tiny plates, and which pelvic floor sensations are normal versus signs to slow down. We also talk about cesarean considerations, scar feedback, and how to set expectations during the fourth trimester.This conversation acknowledges the realities of limited parental leave and the mental load of new motherhood. Instead of fear, we offer a framework that respects your timeline, your delivery, and your goals—whether that’s walking with ease, returning to CrossFit, or carrying a toddler without symptoms. If you’re ready to replace one-size-fits-all rules with practical steps rooted in pelvic floor health, strength training, and gradual exposure, you’ll leave with a plan and renewed trust in your body.If this helped, subscribe, share with a friend who lifts, and leave a review to support more evidence-based guidance for active moms.___________________________________________________________________________Don't miss out on any of the TEA coming out of the Barbell Mamas by subscribing to our newsletter You can also follow us on Instagram and YouTube for all the up-to-date information you need about pelvic health and female athletes. Interested in our programs? Check us out here!
