And in case you are wondering...I've been a personal trainer since 1984, a group fitness instructor since 1988, I've been certified by ACE, AFAA, Step Reebok, Certified First Responder, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and a Doctorate in Chiropractic. I certainly know a thing or two about the human body, physiology, kinesthiology, body mechanics and proper exercise technique.
If that's not enough, I've had 2 natural births - 8 lbs 8 oz baby boy, followed 21 months later by a 10 lb 3 oz baby girl. Both completely natural births, both perfectly healthy babies and I taught aerobics, worked out and continued to practice chiropractic literally to within hours of giving birth.
I post this because so many of our subscribers have inboxed me to ask that we remove his post and block him...perhaps he'll do a little research.
I'm going to leave up the post by the well-meaning but obviously misinformed guy below...just to show you how people can continue to spew propoganda. Working out is not dangerous or harmful to a woman or her baby. Quite the contrary...NOT working out should be a criminal offense!
Great video! Squatting is actually one of the oldest proven exercises to prepare women for birth. Most people are too de-conditioned to preform them properly, especially when pregnant. So, possibly that is where the concern is coming in. Maybe showing some modifications would be helpful.
@Vazkulator Really? Why is that? Is your comment based on any research or just personal opinion? Maintaining lower body strength is extremely important during pregnancy and very beneficial during labor and birth. It is unfortunate that old myths about prenatal fitness are still perpetuated by well-meaning but misinformed people.
@doctorcathy lol what? is this real life -.- motivating "any kind of pregnant woman" this "woman" could have no clue what form should be or shouldnt be, and why. use ur common sense lady, squats is dangerous and especially for a pregnant woman and judging by some of the movement u just showed in that kind of speed then my personal opinion is more solid then any of this. yes, lower body is important but take it in for improvement during pregnancy? id say stick to light cardio.
Wow, thanks for the great video. Good fast pace! I'll be using this vid again. The exercises are very straight forward. For anyone that has issues with the speed, try slowing your repetitions down so you don't do as many in the video, it will give you a chance to recover.
@bbucha4 Thanks - feel free to modify by doing slower or fewer reps and resting when necessary. I have other videos that you may enjoy so please visit my page to see all of them.
hi..i saw you videos and they are good...i am 5 weeks and 4 days pregnant...i am 18 i recently had a miscarraige and i am really being careful this time. i really want to do these exercises and yoga but i am not sure if i should this early..what do you say should i or not? and till when can i like how many weeks in? i want to give birth naturally and keep in shape also...please let know what i should do..thanks!
@sweetgal0227 every person is different and it really depends on how fit you were already. It's impossible to say without anyone knowing your blood pressure, weight, diet, all those things. Best to ask a doctor who can actually assess you in person. Maybe you can stream the vid on your phone so the doc can get an idea of the intensity. Good luck!
@sweetgal0227 Most of the videos I post are safe and effective enough for most helathy women to perform throughout their entire pregnancy with only minor modifications if needed for comfort. If you stay active during 1st trimester, it will be much easier to continue exercising up till your baby is born. Congratulations and glad to learn that you are making healthy choices for you and your baby.
@benny198304 This video can be performed just once a day a few times each week, or 2-3 times in a row every other day. It depends what other videos you are following. I like to mix it up and do a different combination of videos and routines to get a complete workout of 30-50 minutes throughout the day.
27 weeks pregnant i asked my doctors permission to partake in these exercises because i was having really tough back pain. the pains in my back have subsided i think your exercises are to credit. THANK YOU
P.S. will these exercises help make my labor easier?
.Im 16 weeks pregnant and always have been a little over weight but ive been working with you for a couple weeks now and everything is lifting and started to tone, thanks to you im healthy and very happy with the way my body is shaping up.Thanks.
is my first time to see your video,and im 19 weeks, but from today i really have to do this everyday cause im so scared of gaining som weight. i walk everydal 3 time a day and bike everyday. I sold my car because i want to be healthy and beautifull.
@TheChocoflava Happy you found me - and congrats on your pregnancy. Stick with me and you'll stay in great shape which will make it easier to join me for your postpartum workouts to regain your figure. Check out the "Educated Pregnancy" facebook page.
@wyntirsice I'll post it on my web site next month...not really a youtube type video. Most people won't get the power of positive thoughts so it will be on the Educated Pregnancy web site next month. Thanks - join us on facebook at "Educated Pregnancy".
@Rinabobina12345 Leg strength is key if you plan to squat, and also to keep you strong throughout labor. Abdominal strength is key for the pushing phase. Learning about labor is essential because when you understand what a contraction is doing, you are better able to accept it and allow it to do what's necessary.
Doctor Cathy, im 24 weeks and I wanted to know how often throughout the day should we do these exercises because I do at lease 4 of your videos once a day.
hello doctor cathy,im 27weeks pregnant and its my first time to see your videos...i already started doing these exercises and it felt good...i just want to ask if these exercises can help me through my delivery?how many times a day and how many hours should i exercise?are these exercises enough eventhough i dont have time to walk or jog everyday?thank you very much for uploading videos...god bless and take care
@ness0828 These are designed for women who can't get to a gym or choose not to go outside. Choose from the videos on my channel and mix it up everyday. Shoot for 30-50 minutes a day, 4-7 days a week. Stay healthy and strong and you will be fine for labor. Join us on facebook at "Educated Pregnancy" for tons more info.
I do at lease four of her videos everyday, and Im 23 weeks. Thanks Dr. Cathy. This will be my 1st baby and I want to have a smooth delivery and if your videos will be the result of that,then they are definetly worth it !!!!!!
I just did it and its awesome. But why did she say 'if you are still pregnant' at the end of video. As if we are not supposed to be pregnant after doing this loll
@awa80 Funny, I was wondering when someone would comment on that...I did this video when I was about 1/2 way through my 2nd pregnancy for some subscribers who already had their babies...so basically I wanted this video to be used both during pregnancy and after baby is born.
dear drcathy, thanks you for the excellent videos. I must commend the clarity of presentation, relaxing background visuals and sounds and of course the top class workouts.. Keep them coming!
Hi Dr Cathy. Im 22 weeks and have a first baby boy. I became your big FAN. I keep exercise every morning with your all awesome video!! Feel so great after workout. Thank you very much!
Hi Dr Cathy. Im 22 weeks and have a first baby boy. I became your big FAN. I keep exercise every morning with your all awesome video!! Feel so great after workout. Thank you very much!
Hi Dr Cathy. Im 22 weeks and have a first baby boy. I became your big FAN. I keep exercise every morning with your all awesome video!! Feel so great after workout. Thank you very much!
@nekajay76 Are you being careful about what you eat? No junk food, no fast food...limit your fat and salt intake. Watch out for high fructose corn syrup and continue exercising
I'm so thankful for your videos! I am only 7 weeks, and I didn't know what workouts were ok and which weren't. Classes are too expensive and my normal routine of hiking up a mountain is not the best idea from what I've read. So, I knew I needed to find some workouts I could do at home that were safe. P.S. I think it's really great that you posted these while you're pregnant too!
@soulbern Glad you found me...keep doing what you've been doing, and don't let people scare you. As long as you atke precautions against injury and you limit yourself when you feel the need to, you should be just fine. Remember, pregnancy is a normal phase of life, not some weird disease. Keep me posted and please tell your friends about my videos!
Thanks Dr. Kathy! I'm 3 months and I've been so tired but already gained 8 pounds. I really appreciate your videos. I've watched them 3 times to get mentally ready and now I"m up (oof my butt) and doing it!
Hi Dr Cathy im in my third trimester, wich of youre videos are good for me , and do you think with youre videos can help me to have a normal pregnancy
@alexrodrod Check with your midwife, but most of these should be just fine. Skip the abdominal / core workouts at this point. But the warm-up, weights, yoga and stretch are all safe and effective routines.
hey dr cathy.. nivi here. ur exercises ve become a part of my daily schedule. thank u . have u delivered the baby ? how r u now ? keep posting more. bye
@dentistnivi I'm about 30 weeks pregnant with my 2nd baby and we're doing just great! Thanks for asking - glad to have you here with me. Keep me posted!
And in case you are wondering...I've been a personal trainer since 1984, a group fitness instructor since 1988, I've been certified by ACE, AFAA, Step Reebok, Certified First Responder, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and a Doctorate in Chiropractic. I certainly know a thing or two about the human body, physiology, kinesthiology, body mechanics and proper exercise technique.
doctorcathy 7 hours ago
If that's not enough, I've had 2 natural births - 8 lbs 8 oz baby boy, followed 21 months later by a 10 lb 3 oz baby girl. Both completely natural births, both perfectly healthy babies and I taught aerobics, worked out and continued to practice chiropractic literally to within hours of giving birth.
I post this because so many of our subscribers have inboxed me to ask that we remove his post and block him...perhaps he'll do a little research.
doctorcathy 7 hours ago
I'm going to leave up the post by the well-meaning but obviously misinformed guy below...just to show you how people can continue to spew propoganda. Working out is not dangerous or harmful to a woman or her baby. Quite the contrary...NOT working out should be a criminal offense!
doctorcathy 7 hours ago
Great video! Squatting is actually one of the oldest proven exercises to prepare women for birth. Most people are too de-conditioned to preform them properly, especially when pregnant. So, possibly that is where the concern is coming in. Maybe showing some modifications would be helpful.
Charityk1000 2 weeks ago
good thought in this pregnancy theme but damn i wouldnt recommend a pregnant woman to do any kind of squats
Vazkulator 3 weeks ago
@Vazkulator Really? Why is that? Is your comment based on any research or just personal opinion? Maintaining lower body strength is extremely important during pregnancy and very beneficial during labor and birth. It is unfortunate that old myths about prenatal fitness are still perpetuated by well-meaning but misinformed people.
doctorcathy 3 weeks ago
@doctorcathy lol what? is this real life -.- motivating "any kind of pregnant woman" this "woman" could have no clue what form should be or shouldnt be, and why. use ur common sense lady, squats is dangerous and especially for a pregnant woman and judging by some of the movement u just showed in that kind of speed then my personal opinion is more solid then any of this. yes, lower body is important but take it in for improvement during pregnancy? id say stick to light cardio.
Vazkulator 3 weeks ago
Wow, thanks for the great video. Good fast pace! I'll be using this vid again. The exercises are very straight forward. For anyone that has issues with the speed, try slowing your repetitions down so you don't do as many in the video, it will give you a chance to recover.
darikuri 1 month ago
@darikuri Thank you!
doctorcathy 1 month ago
Love the workout, but goes a little too fast
bbucha4 1 month ago
@bbucha4 Thanks - feel free to modify by doing slower or fewer reps and resting when necessary. I have other videos that you may enjoy so please visit my page to see all of them.
doctorcathy 1 month ago
hi..i saw you videos and they are good...i am 5 weeks and 4 days pregnant...i am 18 i recently had a miscarraige and i am really being careful this time. i really want to do these exercises and yoga but i am not sure if i should this early..what do you say should i or not? and till when can i like how many weeks in? i want to give birth naturally and keep in shape also...please let know what i should do..thanks!
sweetgal0227 2 months ago in playlist More videos from doctorcathy
@sweetgal0227 :-) congratulations with your pregnancy! I am also pregnant, starting my 7th week! good luck with the exercices!!
Playforher2 1 month ago
@sweetgal0227 every person is different and it really depends on how fit you were already. It's impossible to say without anyone knowing your blood pressure, weight, diet, all those things. Best to ask a doctor who can actually assess you in person. Maybe you can stream the vid on your phone so the doc can get an idea of the intensity. Good luck!
darikuri 1 month ago
@sweetgal0227 Most of the videos I post are safe and effective enough for most helathy women to perform throughout their entire pregnancy with only minor modifications if needed for comfort. If you stay active during 1st trimester, it will be much easier to continue exercising up till your baby is born. Congratulations and glad to learn that you are making healthy choices for you and your baby.
doctorcathy 1 month ago
about how many rounds of this exercise is good to do a day for me to stay in shape? i dont want to put on too much weight this time...
benny198304 2 months ago in playlist pregnancy exercises
@benny198304 This video can be performed just once a day a few times each week, or 2-3 times in a row every other day. It depends what other videos you are following. I like to mix it up and do a different combination of videos and routines to get a complete workout of 30-50 minutes throughout the day.
doctorcathy 1 month ago
27 weeks pregnant i asked my doctors permission to partake in these exercises because i was having really tough back pain. the pains in my back have subsided i think your exercises are to credit. THANK YOU
P.S. will these exercises help make my labor easier?
TheLadydaze91 6 months ago
@TheLadydaze91 Great - glad to hear! Yes, the exercises should help you stay strong and healthy for your labor and birth.
doctorcathy 6 months ago
38 weeks and still going, safely!!!
StormyNoMore 7 months ago
.Im 16 weeks pregnant and always have been a little over weight but ive been working with you for a couple weeks now and everything is lifting and started to tone, thanks to you im healthy and very happy with the way my body is shaping up.Thanks.
runawaygirl778 8 months ago
@runawaygirl778 Wow - that's fantastic - so great to hear. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work!
doctorcathy 8 months ago
This is awesome! Thank you for posting!
corysgirl06 9 months ago
@corysgirl06 You're welcome - for more videos, tips, blogs, recipes and much more - visit my web site Educated pregnancy. com
doctorcathy 8 months ago
i really enjoyed your workout im 21 weeks pregnant and i felt the burn in my legs thanks for making this video :)
datgurlnaomi 10 months ago
@datgurlnaomi You're welcome - check us out on facebook at "Educated Pregnancy" for more tips, videos and information
doctorcathy 10 months ago
is my first time to see your video,and im 19 weeks, but from today i really have to do this everyday cause im so scared of gaining som weight. i walk everydal 3 time a day and bike everyday. I sold my car because i want to be healthy and beautifull.
TheChocoflava 10 months ago
@TheChocoflava Happy you found me - and congrats on your pregnancy. Stick with me and you'll stay in great shape which will make it easier to join me for your postpartum workouts to regain your figure. Check out the "Educated Pregnancy" facebook page.
doctorcathy 10 months ago
@doctorcathy thanc i will join you on facebook. thatx for helping all of us who are pregnant and want to stay in shape.
TheChocoflava 10 months ago
At the end of this video you mentioned one about 'belly affirmations'
I can't seem to find a video on this,
wyntirsice 11 months ago
@wyntirsice I'll post it on my web site next month...not really a youtube type video. Most people won't get the power of positive thoughts so it will be on the Educated Pregnancy web site next month. Thanks - join us on facebook at "Educated Pregnancy".
doctorcathy 11 months ago
lovely huge boobs mmm
mysticpiggyx 11 months ago
Hi Dr. Cathy, thanks for the videos! I was just wondering, which group of muscles are more essential for giving birth, leg or abdominal?
Rinabobina12345 1 year ago
@Rinabobina12345 Leg strength is key if you plan to squat, and also to keep you strong throughout labor. Abdominal strength is key for the pushing phase. Learning about labor is essential because when you understand what a contraction is doing, you are better able to accept it and allow it to do what's necessary.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
Doctor Cathy, im 24 weeks and I wanted to know how often throughout the day should we do these exercises because I do at lease 4 of your videos once a day.
neshacornelius21 1 year ago
hello doctor cathy,im 27weeks pregnant and its my first time to see your videos...i already started doing these exercises and it felt good...i just want to ask if these exercises can help me through my delivery?how many times a day and how many hours should i exercise?are these exercises enough eventhough i dont have time to walk or jog everyday?thank you very much for uploading videos...god bless and take care
ness0828 1 year ago
@ness0828 These are designed for women who can't get to a gym or choose not to go outside. Choose from the videos on my channel and mix it up everyday. Shoot for 30-50 minutes a day, 4-7 days a week. Stay healthy and strong and you will be fine for labor. Join us on facebook at "Educated Pregnancy" for tons more info.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
I do at lease four of her videos everyday, and Im 23 weeks. Thanks Dr. Cathy. This will be my 1st baby and I want to have a smooth delivery and if your videos will be the result of that,then they are definetly worth it !!!!!!
neshacornelius21 1 year ago
@neshacornelius21 Thanks again, Nesha!
doctorcathy 1 year ago
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healthnut4life48 1 year ago
I just did it and its awesome. But why did she say 'if you are still pregnant' at the end of video. As if we are not supposed to be pregnant after doing this loll
awa80 1 year ago
@awa80 Funny, I was wondering when someone would comment on that...I did this video when I was about 1/2 way through my 2nd pregnancy for some subscribers who already had their babies...so basically I wanted this video to be used both during pregnancy and after baby is born.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
@doctorcathy Thanks for sharing. This video is awesome. Are there more videos I can do alternatively with this one? Or is this good throughout?
awa80 1 year ago
@awa80 Try the cardio abs, the warm up and the lower body workout videos on my channel. Join us on facebook at "Educated Pregnancy"
doctorcathy 1 year ago
dear drcathy, thanks you for the excellent videos. I must commend the clarity of presentation, relaxing background visuals and sounds and of course the top class workouts.. Keep them coming!
chaitrajipmer 1 year ago
@chaitrajipmer Very nice to hear from you. Thank you. I'll post more videos soon.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
i am 9 week pregnant and i am glad i found this program i love it you are amazing!! Thank you!
nenaliliana 1 year ago
@nenaliliana Thank you! Tell your friends about my videos, please. I'll be adding more soon.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
Hi Dr Cathy. Im 22 weeks and have a first baby boy. I became your big FAN. I keep exercise every morning with your all awesome video!! Feel so great after workout. Thank you very much!
uandmytube 1 year ago
Hi Dr Cathy. Im 22 weeks and have a first baby boy. I became your big FAN. I keep exercise every morning with your all awesome video!! Feel so great after workout. Thank you very much!
uandmytube 1 year ago
Hi Dr Cathy. Im 22 weeks and have a first baby boy. I became your big FAN. I keep exercise every morning with your all awesome video!! Feel so great after workout. Thank you very much!
uandmytube 1 year ago
@uandmytube Glad to hear it - keep up the good work and I'll send you a link to more videos soon.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
Am 21weeks pregnant and this is my first baby. Thank God, i found this video...am so thankfuL i can have my exercise while watching...;)
Evo2010ify 1 year ago
@Evo2010ify You're welocme - keep exercising with me. I'll post more videos and a link for you soon.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
@nekajay76 Are you being careful about what you eat? No junk food, no fast food...limit your fat and salt intake. Watch out for high fructose corn syrup and continue exercising
doctorcathy 1 year ago
i love ur exercises they r so good im doing them everyday ....
47lorna 1 year ago
@47lorna awesome! love to hear it!
doctorcathy 1 year ago
man this is intense....LOL...but its a real work out tho..thx so much dr.cathy
262beauty 1 year ago
@262beauty so very welcome!
doctorcathy 1 year ago
I'm so thankful for your videos! I am only 7 weeks, and I didn't know what workouts were ok and which weren't. Classes are too expensive and my normal routine of hiking up a mountain is not the best idea from what I've read. So, I knew I needed to find some workouts I could do at home that were safe. P.S. I think it's really great that you posted these while you're pregnant too!
soulbern 1 year ago
@soulbern Glad you found me...keep doing what you've been doing, and don't let people scare you. As long as you atke precautions against injury and you limit yourself when you feel the need to, you should be just fine. Remember, pregnancy is a normal phase of life, not some weird disease. Keep me posted and please tell your friends about my videos!
doctorcathy 1 year ago
so nice , i've been waiting for this video .thanks for sharing your knowledge with us .
rashajodie 1 year ago
@rashajodie you are welcome - I'll be adding mroe soon so check back often
doctorcathy 1 year ago
Thanks Dr. Kathy! I'm 3 months and I've been so tired but already gained 8 pounds. I really appreciate your videos. I've watched them 3 times to get mentally ready and now I"m up (oof my butt) and doing it!
iman0626 1 year ago
@iman0626 Cute - glad you decided to get up and start moving. Now don't quit on me...keep it up throughout your entire pregnancy!
doctorcathy 1 year ago
Hi Dr Cathy im in my third trimester, wich of youre videos are good for me , and do you think with youre videos can help me to have a normal pregnancy
alexrodrod 1 year ago
@alexrodrod Check with your midwife, but most of these should be just fine. Skip the abdominal / core workouts at this point. But the warm-up, weights, yoga and stretch are all safe and effective routines.
doctorcathy 1 year ago
hey dr cathy.. nivi here. ur exercises ve become a part of my daily schedule. thank u . have u delivered the baby ? how r u now ? keep posting more. bye
dentistnivi 1 year ago
@dentistnivi I'm about 30 weeks pregnant with my 2nd baby and we're doing just great! Thanks for asking - glad to have you here with me. Keep me posted!
doctorcathy 1 year ago
so glad you posted another video! really helping me get my pre baby body back
izzymommy88 2 years ago
@izzymommy88 Fantastic - that's what I love to hear - keep up the good work and please tell your friends and facebook friends about my videos.
doctorcathy 1 year ago