New Moms, You Deserve to Feel Strong Again — Here’s How to Get Back Into Training Safely and Confidently
Hello, new moms!
Let’s be honest, when it comes to getting back into exercise after giving birth, clear, compassionate, and realistic guidance can feel surprisingly hard to find. Between juggling baby duties, navigating your changing body, and handling everyday life, it’s no wonder many moms feel unsure or even helpless about where to start. But here’s the good news: with a few mindset shifts and the right support, you can rediscover your strength, safely and on your terms.
Let’s break it down:
1. Sleep and Fatigue: Let’s Respect Your Energy
First things first: you’re tired and that’s perfectly normal. The combination of sleepless nights, baby care, and regular life tasks can make even thinking about a workout feel like a stretch. But with the help of a knowledgeable coach, you can build a routine that meets you exactly where you are.
The secret? Start small and stay flexible. If you can carve out two or three sessions a week for just 30–45 minutes, that’s a fantastic start! There’s no need to force an intense program, instead, we tailor the program to fit you. Progress happens when your training aligns with your real life, not when it fights against it.
2. Managing Stress and Releasing Guilt
New motherhood brings a whirlwind of emotions and with that often comes guilt. Many moms feel torn about taking time for themselves, worrying it might seem selfish to step away from their little one to exercise. Here’s something we want you to hear loud and clear:
It is not selfish to care for yourself.
Taking time to move your body, relieve stress, and reconnect with your strength isn’t just good for you, it benefits everyone around you, too. Working with a coach can help you structure workouts in a manageable, stress-free way and also work through those tricky feelings of guilt. Remember: you can’t pour from an empty cup and movement can be one powerful way to refill it.
3. Making Exercise Accessible: There’s Always a Way
Getting to a gym isn’t always realistic, and that’s okay. Whether you’re navigating transportation challenges, financial limitations, childcare demands, or you’re simply unsure where to start, there are always solutions.
The right coach can help make fitness accessible such as offering sliding scale costs, online sessions, or even easy-to-follow at-home workouts that fit seamlessly into your routine. You don’t have to have it all figured out, that’s what a supportive coach is there for.
The Bottom Line: You Matter, Too.
This chapter of your life is full of new experiences, but your needs and goals are still important. If getting stronger, lifting weights, or simply moving your body is something that feels meaningful to you, you deserve the space and support to pursue it safely and confidently.
To get you started, check out this free 2-week postpartum training template. It’s designed to lay the groundwork and ease you back into movement in a gentle, empowering way.
You’re not just a new mom, you’re a strong mom. Let’s help you feel that strength again.
