With the physical changes coming on much more quickly during this twin pregnancy, I also noticed the stiffness and tightness that often accompanies pregnancy come on more quickly. To combat these feelings, I adopted a daily (or a few times a day) mobility routine. These simple movements allowed me to feel more loose, more agile, and more ready to take on my day as a pregnant mom-of-two, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and business owner.
Exercise 1: Cat-Cow
-Great for spinal, back, hip, and abdominal mobility. Make sure to take a full deep breath as you look up and breathe out as you arch your back. Let your pelvis lead and the rest of your spine follow.
Exercise 2: Adductor Thread the Needle
-Awesome thoracic spine opener while stretching those tight inner thigh muscles. Make sure you breathe out as you reach away from your leg and breathe in as you reach up toward the ceiling.
Exercise 3: Bear Plank to Downward Dog
-Great for working on coordination and core activation while improving mobility. Breathe out as you engage your core and lift into the downward dog position. Make sure to lower slowly and with control by keeping the core engaged.
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