Episode #54: Strength training during pregnancy with Jamie Straker

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dayna and Rhonda welcome special guest, Jamie Straker, to talk about all things strength training during pregnancy. We discuss how Jamie got into the field of pregnancy and postpartum fitness coaching, the advice she was given during her pregnancies, we bust some myths, and more!Jamie Straker is a Certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach with over 6 years experience supporting pregnant people in their fitness journeys. She has a passion for helping people feel strong and confident throughout their pregnancies, as they prepare for labor and birth, and during the postpartum period. Jamie is a mom of two who loves to be active, whether it's strength training, joining a group fitness class or training for an upcoming run or triathlon.===============================If you liked this episode of Pelvic Health and Fitness, share it with a friend, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, or subscribe anywhere you listen to your podcasts!LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN EPISODEBrianna Battles - Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Antony Lo - The Female Athlete CourseMommy Berries Health on InstagramFollow Jamie on InstagramJamie’s Website“If we lived how we train” - @beardthebestyoucanbe on InstagramPODCAST LINKS & RESOURCESFollow Rhonda on IGRhonda’s WebsiteCheck out Rhonda’s FREE Resource LibraryPelvic Health and Fitness PodcastBook with Dayna (Rebirth Wellness)SHOW NOTES: (0:52) - Introduction to our special guest, Jamie Straker!(1:31) - Jamie tells us about her journey into the world of postpartum fitness coaching(3:59) - What was the most challenging part of exercise during Jamie’s pregnancies?(5:35) - Where in her journey did Jamie realize she needed to learn more? And freedom of exploration(10:03) - How does Jamie work with her clients through the all-or-nothing mindset?(16:09) - We talk through some common myths about exercise during pregnancy?(30:00) - How does strength training during pregnancy prepare clients for birth and postpartum?(35:40) - Final words from Jamie!(36:05) - Where you can find Jam