PREGNANCY AND POSTNATAL FITNess in islington/ london
Conceive, Carry and Birth like a badass
Welcome Mumma’s
Our mummy tribe is dear to our hearts. We have taken many women from the news of their pregnancy to their due date and continue in their postpartum. We have then helped them to prosper as mums and navigate life beyond. If you are reading this, then firstly congratulations! You are about to embark on an incredible journey that will show you just how strong you really are.
It’s now time to focus on the part of you that often gets forgotten after giving birth. It’s time to feel strong, confident and aware of your body. It's your time to start choosing to live life your way.
Prenatal fitness classes
Pregnancy is one of the most magical experiences you will ever have, but we understand that it can leave you feeling tired, emotional and different from your usual, vibrant self.
It is actually one of the most important times in your life to lean on experts to help you, as you navigate all the changes to your body and lifestyle.
This is where we come in! At Trang Fitness we are really passionate about helping you make the most of your pregnancy and find energy, so that you can continue to thrive and be your most wonderful self. We don’t want you to just ‘put up with it’.
Trust us, this time goes quickly and the work you put in now will reap rewards later in pregnancy, during labour and during your post natal recovery! So our ethos is to help you embrace all the challenges that it throws your way.
Train with a female personal trainer (and a mum)
At Trang Fitness, pregnancy training is delivered to mums by another mum.
Trang, our lead female personal trainer and gym owner, knows way too well the challenges that come before and after pregnancy because before being an amazing trainer, she is first a mother herself.
She is a certified personal trainer, with expertise in pilates, pregnancy training, weight-loss, performance training and she is also a sports massage therapist.
Trang’s postnatal and pregnancy exercise classes are all about getting stronger and confident while being supported by other women, training together at Dr Stretch gym - one of the best gyms in Islington.
When can you start your prenatal fitness journey?
We can begin your prenatal fitness programme whenever you feel the time is right for you. Whenever you feel the time is right, we can start your pregnant fitness routine. The intensity level will depend on a number of factors; how fit you were before your pregnancy, how hectic your lifestyle is and your medical history so all of this will be covered in the online consultation. For further advice and frequently asked questions, see our pregnancy fitness page
PostNatal FITNESS CLASSES
After nine months of dramatic physical change, of course you may not end up feeling like yourself. The truth is, that if you don’t feel good, then naturally everything can feel overwhelming.
This is natural and normal, but luckily the power of movement and our companionship will help you to slowly start easing into your new role and life.
We make your postpartum easier for you, by helping you to carve out that much needed me-time in your week, and find energy on even the most sleep deprived days. Because we all know that a happy mum is a happy family.
The Importance of Recovery
Our postnatal fitness programmes are designed to ease you back to the same levels of fitness and health that you had before pregnancy in a safe and effective way. Although in some cases, our mums end up even stronger. Just as with our pre natal fitness programme, the post natal programmes are a journey, and the intensity will increase as and when we feel you are ready.
We start with Recovery & Repair to make sure that there are no long term issues as a result of pregnancy and labour. Working the deepest of muscle groups, we ensure the foundation is solid before we get going on other goals such as weight loss.
Read more Postnatal Training FAQs here
Join other Mama training with trang
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Trang is an exceptional personal trainer! I started using Trang during my second trimester and she has helped me to feel confident training throughout my pregnancy. Trang is incredibly motivational and ensures I really get the best out of every session.
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I've been going to Trang's lifting sessions for a month now and am loving it! Small class, great tuition and really nice community. Amazing value especially if you sign up for a pack of classes, highly recommend!
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First I trained with Trang in the park, then during isolation we trained online and now in the gym. I can say honestly, she has transformed my relationship with fitness, exercise and my body. What I feel stands Trang apart from other trainers is that she is really real.
Pre and Postnatal strength training plans
Pregnancy Strength Training
Postnatal Strength Training
Frequently Asked Questions
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Unless you have specific advice from your GP saying otherwise, exercising during pregnancy is perfectly safe. In fact, NHS guidelines say that staying active through pregnancy makes it easier for the body to adapt to its changing shape and weight – as well as helping to cope during labour.
Exercise can also result in improved circulation – as well as helping with healthy weight loss after childbirth. There are also countless studies that show exercise can result in more energy and less stress – all vital parts of being a new parent!
If you have specific concerns, you’re completely welcome to get in touch and talk to one of the Lifting ladies team. There’s absolutely no obligation to commit to personal training and your enquiry will be handled with the strictest of confidence.
Check out out blog on: “How to prevent and manage back pain during pregnancy”
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There are two things to consider when looking for a good pregnancy personal training service near to you.
Firstly, you should consider the qualifications of the people you trust with health advice. We have personal trainers who are specifically qualified to support people before pregnancy, through pregnancy, and when recovering from pregnancy. Of course, this should never supersede medical advice – but a depth of understanding about what your body is going through is very important.
Secondly, you should find a service with the kind of environment that works for you. Some people like group classes or busy gyms – whereas others prefer the privacy and focus of 1-1 coaching in a private studio. There’s no right or wrong on this point – just what works for you.
If you’re looking for a pregnancy personal trainer, we’d recommend visiting and experiencing the trainers or studios that appeal to you. A consultation will usually be free – and it gives you a really good chance to decide if you like the coaches, feel comfortable in the environment, and feel confident in the qualifications and experience the individual or team possesses.
you can check out our coaches here
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Yes. We have personal trainers with a specialist qualification in pre natal exercise and post natal training sessions. To complement this qualification, they also have extensive real-world experience working with fitness training clients through each trimester.
Rest assured, you’re in expert hands when our team put together an exercise programme to take you through pregnancy and beyond.
you can find out more about our coaches here
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While we definitely encourage everyone to continue training before, during and after their pregnancy, to keep their body strong and healthy, it’s all about doing what feels right for you and your body.
Our trainers can help at every stage of pregnancy. Some of our pre and postnatal clients were already training with us and kept training, before, during and after their pregnancy. Others come to us when they find out they’re pregnant, for guidance on how to work out in a safe and effective way. We also meet women much later on in their journey, who are looking to get back into fitness after a break.
Check out our blog on “The importance of prenatal fitness’
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We don’t. We realise that pregnancy group training can be a great social experience – but when it comes to exercising in a way that’s exactly right for you, there’s nothing that comes close to personal training.
Working with a personal trainer is the only way to make sure your workout is tailored to you and your exact needs. Constant observation and communication is an essential part of making sure your workout is right too – and that can be lost with group gym instructing.
check out out blog on “Addressing Common Fitness Myths and Misconceptions for Women”
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Pregnancy comes with a set of challenges that lots of people get red-faced talking about! Aside from the fact that baby will often rest on your bladder, pregnancy and childbirth also take their toll on your pelvic floor muscles.
The result? Frankly – peeing might sometimes feel like it’s out of your control! If you have an accident or a near-miss in one of our private studios – we can assure you it won’t be the first time (and it definitely won’t be the last)
So, what happens if you pee? Honestly – nothing. We’ll clean up, laugh together, and carry on. Pregnancy is a magical experience – but with mums and dads on our team, we know it’s got its moments!