Course Description:
The aquatic environment is a beautiful place for a woman to exercise comfortably while pregnant, and to regain strength and stamina after birth. Research clearly indicates the benefits of aquatic exercise during and after pregnancy. This course reviews physical changes and exercise recommendations for the pregnant client. Guidelines for class planning, safe equipment use, and a sample class are included. Learn how to safely accommodate pregnant clients in all aquatic fitness applications.
Current FLS online members log in to subscribe. 5 year subscription includes future course revisions.
Successful completion of the quiz is necessary to receive Continuing Education Credit.
Approved for:
0.4
Action Personal Trainer Certification
0.4
American Kinesiotherapy Association (COPS-KT)
0.4
National Association for Fitness Certification (NAFC)
2.0
National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF)
0.5
National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT)
4.0
National Strength Professionals Association (NSPA)
4.0
YMCA
New members register to subscribe. 5 year subscription includes future course revisions.
Continuing Education credit is included in the price of this course. This course is also available without CE credit at a reduced price. When you Log In, Register, or add the course to your cart choose with CE or without CE. If you purchase this course without CE credit but later decide you would like to earn the credit, there will be an additional fee to access the CE quiz.
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Course Objectives: After completing this course you will be able to:
Be aware of legal concerns for pregnancy.
Understand the natural changes associated with pregnancy.
Be aware of the recommended exercise guidelines for pregnant women.
Be aware of the potential benefit and risks of exercise for this population.
Understand how to plan a class for this population.
Look for and recognize individual special considerations.
