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PREGGI BELLIES TRAINING FOR 2 EXERCISE FOR PREGNANCY DVD BRAND NEW This DVD normally sells for $45.00 plus p&h in retail shops and other online stores Preggi Bellies was established in 1998 by physiotherapists and mothers of three, Lauren Gabriel and Michelle Gray. Preggi Bellies has changed the face of fitness for pregnant women and is Australia’s most successful pregnancy exercise program. Developed specifically for pregnant and post natal women, it is professionally designed for all fitness levels from pre-pregnancy to delivery and post-natal recovery to keep you strong and fit during pregnancy and beyond Now you can actively improve your strength, fitness and overall well being throughout your pregnancy, creating a healthier life habit. A complete 60 minute motivational workout, including aerobic, muscle-toning and stretch components professionally designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. It tells you when to stop and rest if you are further along in your pregnancy or just not at a high fitness level. It has a class of pregnant ladies that you exercise right along with (the instructor is not pregnant though). The instructor guides you through each section and there are excellent visuals to show you how to do each exercise correctly and how they benefit your body. Each section has options for beginners and people requiring a challenge in their workout. Why You Should Do Preggi Bellies You can even continue using this DVD well after you have had your baby Preggi Bellies participants have enjoyed many benefits which include: Decreased maternal weight gain Decreased incidence of pelvic instability and back pain Easier, shorter and less complicated labour Above average placental growth (increasing supply of glucose and oxygen to baby) Improved rate of recovery post birth Improved aspects of baby growth and development post birth Improved bone density RESEARCH Preggi Bellies also leads the way by being involved in the latest research and development into exercise in pregnancy. This research has shown that women who are doing weight bearing and cardiovascular exercise at least twice weekly have a: 35% decrease in the need for pain relief during labour 75% decrease incidence of maternal exhaustion 50% decrease in the need to artificially rupture membranes or induce labour 50% decrease in intervention due abnormalities in fetal heart rate 55% decrease in the need for episiotomy 75% decrease in operative intervention THIS INFORMATION APPEARS ON THE BACK OF THE DVD TESTIMONIALS FROM MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS & MUMS "Regular exercise in pregnancy promotes a feeling of wellbeing, enables women to manage their labour more effectively and encourages a speedy post natal recovery. I recommend Preggi Bellies to my patients as it provides an ideal way to enjoy exercise during pregnancy." (Dr. Tim Sturrock, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Melbourne, Australia) "It is really important to exercise during pregnancy. Preggi Bellies was great for me - it was fun, safe, helped me maintain fitness and mobility and required no sporting skill" (Dr Shelley Rowlands, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist) Preggi Bellies is a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness and strength for both novice and experienced exercises. It is ideal preparation for delivery and the post natal period." (Sarah Nosworthy, Women's Health Physiotherapist) "Preggi Bellies has kept me toned and active through my pregnancies. The exercise has helped me cope with continuing in my work, which, as a physician, requires a lot of time on my feet. I learnt safe ways to avoid strain and injury, experienced no back pain and regained my shape. For over three years Preggi Bellies has been the perfect exercise program (Dr Sue Corcoran MB BS, FRACP)