The Truth About Exercising While Pregnant with Gina Conley
Jun 04, 2025Pregnancy is a powerful journey—and your fitness can support you every step of the way.
In this episode of Reshape Your Health, we talk with Gina Conley, founder of MamasteFit, to uncover the real truth about working out before, during, and after pregnancy. If you’re confused about what’s safe, unsure how to stay strong through all the changes, or overwhelmed by recovery after birth—this episode is for you.
We explore why neglecting fitness during pregnancy can lead to unnecessary pain, poor posture, and longer recovery times. Gina shares why core strength, breath work, and pelvic floor training aren’t just “nice to have”—they’re essential for a smoother pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum healing.
You’ll learn the surprising ways fitness impacts your baby’s position, how to prepare your body for birth (whether vaginal or C-section), and what most people get wrong about postpartum recovery.
Don’t miss this conversation—it could change the way you prepare for pregnancy and beyond.
Highlights From This Episode
[0:00] Introduction
[2:22] Understanding Exercise Safety During Pregnancy
[6:11] Benefits of Exercise for Mom and Baby
[17:07] Strength Training Considerations for Pregnant Women
[30:34] Core Training and Pelvic Floor Health
[36:23] Breath Work and Core Activation
[41:10] Postpartum Recovery and Exercise Timing
[46:35] Reframing Goals During Pregnancy
[51:29] Preparing for Birth: Creating Space in the Pelvis
[55:07] C-Section Recovery vs. Vaginal Birth Recovery
[1:00:26] Understanding Pelvic Size and Birth
[1:04:15] Resources for Expecting Mothers
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