247. Exercise, Fertility, and Pregnancy with Dr. Hannah Ryles

In this episode, I’m joined by obstetrician/gynecologist Dr. Hannah Ryles to talk about exercise, fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery.We cover how the right kind of movement can support fertility, hormonal balance, and metabolic health, as well as when exercise can become too much stress on the body. We also talk about what types of workouts are safe while trying to conceive, how to train during each trimester, and what advice around pregnancy fitness is outdated or overly fear-based.We also dive into postpartum fitness beyond “bouncing back.” We talk about the six-week clearance, pelvic floor and core recovery, returning to strength training, and how postpartum movement can support long-term reproductive health.This episode is full of practical information for women who want to feel strong, supported, and educated before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after birth.In this episode, we cover:How exercise can support fertility and reproductive healthWhen exercise may become too much stress on the bodyWhether you need to modify workouts during the two-week waitHow workouts may change in the first, second, and third trimesterPregnancy fitness myths that need to goWhat to know about the six-week postpartum clearanceWhy postpartum fitness is about more than weight lossHow to rebuild strength safely after birthWhat women need to understand about long-term fitness**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.Links/Resources:Learn about the Expect App for Pregnancy Optimized FitnessJoin FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymSHOP UFYF merchandiseGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterSHOP Kion - my favorite Protein, EAA’s and Creatine!Listen to the Girls with Opinions Podcast with Kristy & ErinConnect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcastJoin my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life thingsSend me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show