FEEL STRONG & CONFIDENT IN PREGNANCY.

As women, we are taught very little about how our bodies work.

There is even less information around exercise and training during pregnancy.

Barbell Before Baby was born out of a desire to provide proactive education so that you can:

Understand changes the body goes through during pregnancy,

Successfully navigate those changes and move without fear, and

ADVOCATE for yourself so that you can receive the best care possible.

This program is designed to bemodifiable for those who have not yet been pregnant, who are currently pregnant, or who are postpartum.

We hope you feel strong and empowered -- your body is an incredible machine!

Get Barbell Before Baby

Access the Educational Video Library

This program includes an educational library of 9 videos:

  • Busting myths

  • Considerations for training in trimesters 1, 2, and 3

  • How, when, and why modify

  • How the core works

  • Benefits of isometrics

  • Birth Prep

  • Why Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Learn About Your Body!

Before you start this program, you will have the option to perform a self-assessment for common movements that pregnancy makes challenging -- these are relevant for every body; pregnant, postpartum, or neither!

Choose Progressions or Regressions

BBB is designed to be modifiable for your current body and includes a guide to help you determine when to do so! If training through your pregnancy, you will likely modify more as you go through the program. As you repeat phases, this is something to keep in mind! If postpartum, you will modify less.

Bonus Sessions

Each week, you will have an optional core and conditioning day, an optional mobility and conditioning day, and a birth prep session for those who are currently pregnant. These are designed to be helpful for you, but not necessary to complete to benefit from the program.

Meghan is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Athletic Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach, & ICE Certified Specialist in Pelvic Rehabilitation. Amanda is a Strength & Conditioning Coach, Crossfit-L1 certified, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athletic Coach, Yoga Instructor, FRC Mobility Specialist, & Mom of 3!

Be Led by Knowledgable Coaches!

Count Me In!

Features:

  • Meghan & Amanda will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow.

  • A bonus session with exercises to prepare the body for labor and birth!

  • 9 educational videos created by your coaches so you can learn about pregnancy and confidently continue to train.

  • 3 full-body strength training sessions, 1 optional core session, 1 optional mobility session, and 2 optional conditioning sessions.

  • Instructional videos with voiceovers and written instruction to guide your practice and make execution easy.

  • Sweating over a lifeless PDF is so last year. Track your sessions, progress and how you're feeling week to week!

Barbell Before Baby

Barbell Before Baby is a 36-week Strength and Conditioning program, with 3 distinct phases repeated 3 times:

  • 3 full-body strength training sessions, 1 optional core session, 1 optional mobility session, and 2 optional conditioning sessions.

  • Exercise modifications and guidelines for when to modify!

  • 9 educational videos: Pregnancy training myths, what to expect each trimester, all about the core, birth prep, and more!

  • A self-assessment to bring awareness to your body.

  • Access to your passionate, knowledgeable, and experienced coaches: Meghan & Amanda, and

  • LIFETIME access with one-time purchase!

This program is for those who are currently pregnant, trying to conceive, building back postpartum, or simply wanting to improve their understanding of the physiology and biomechanics of pregnancy!

GET BARBELL BEFORE BABY!

 FAQs

  • BBB is unique in that it includes a self-assessment, educational videos and PDF guide, bonus birth prep workout, and exercise modifications for athletes who are pregnant. BBB is also 36 weeks -- so you can train through your entire pregnancy and progress or regress as appropriate!

  • Barbell // Kettlebells or Dumbbells // Bands (various tension) // Squat Rack

    And recommend: Cables // Stability Ball // Sliders // Foam Roller // Adjustable Bench

  • YES!!!!! We designed this program so that it can be modified based on your current abilities. The education and programming is valuable for those who want children, are currently pregnant, or who are between pregnancies!

  • We don't recommend STARTING BBB during the third trimester if you haven't already been training, but it can be continued throughout a pregnancy (we highly recommend it!!)

  • Once cleared by your physician, BBB would be a great program to rebuild postpartum! You would progressively modify less as you go (rather than more during pregnancy). We also recommend seeing a pelvic health physiotherapist, if possible, for individual assessment and rehabilitation.

  • Prolapse is something that can be managed, so yes! We recommend also working with a pelvic health physiotherapist to address your unique needs and weaknesses.

  • We have an educational video dedicated to understanding how and when to modify. We also give reminders at the beginning of every workout, as things can change day to day or even within a session!

  • It is NOT! Only working 1:1 with a physiotherapist in your region is physical therapy. This is a Strength and Conditioning Program and the information provided is for educational purposes only. We recommend you consult with your physician before starting any exercise program.