09. Strength training for women & optimal exercise during pregnancy with Ange Drake (23W Women's Gym)

Should women train differently to men? Should we train differently around our menstrual cycle? Can we continue strength training during pregnancy? Can we run during pregnancy? How does exercise support pregnancy, labour and birth? These are just some of the questions we cover in this episode all about strength training for women with qualified trainer Ange Drake. Ange is the founder and head coach at women's boutique strength training studio 23W, located in Preston, Melbourne's north. Ange is a highly skilled fitness professional with experience and qualifications in pre and post natal exercise, nutrition, Level 1  Strength and Conditioning, Level 1 Powerlifting, mat Pilates, boxing and more. The strategies and system taught at 23W mirrors Ange’s philosophy in health and fitness. I love her philosophy of "learn to be 1% better everyday". In this episode: Ange's story and passion for fitness and strength training Should women train differently to men? The importance of muscle mass and maintaining muscle mass for optimal health Training around your menstrual cycle Strength training and exercise modifications during each trimester of pregnancy Do we need to monitor heart rate during exercise in pregnancy? How to reduce the impact of Diastasis Recti (abdominal separation) Can you continue running during pregnancy? How strength training during pregnancy contributes to better labor and delivery Considerations for returning to exercise and strength training postpartum Connect with Ange @ange_drake @twentythreew Website Connect with Tris @trisalexandranutrition Website Sync Your Cycle Masterclass - EMPOWERED for discount