Buggy Babies

Buggybabies
Class Concept
BuggyBabies has been designed to provide a safe and effective postnatal workout for women who have recently had a baby the workout will incorporate fat burning elements (powerwalking across varied terrain and gradient and resistance elements).The session will cater for a range of fitness levels and alternatives to exercises will be given. Sleep deprivation and hormone changes can make you more susceptible to injury so if you need to miss a session or take a breather, please do so. You can always meet us afterwards. What to bring bring/wear - checklist
• Dress appropriately for outdoor exercise. Layers are good as you will warm up quickly once the session has started. Wear comfortable supportive trainers.
• A supportive bra or two and breast pads if you are breastfeeding
• Hat and sun tan lotion for you and baby in summer
• Waterproof for you and rain cover for buggy
• Water for you and a drink/snack for an older baby/toddler
• Toys/books/drinks/snacks etc to keep baby entertained and ration them out throughout the session
• Blanket/towel for floor exercises in the summer
• It’s a good idea to feed baby before a session and if you are breastfeeding this will lighten your load too! Please read the guidelines below carefully before completing and signing the screening form.
• You must have had your 6-8 week post natal check and clearance from your doctor before taking part. If you had a caesarean delivery, you should wait a further few weeks (8-12 weeks) before joining BuggyBabies.
• All prams/buggys should be suitable for BuggyBabies but you are responsible for maintaining it’s safety and ensuring tires are pumped up (if appropriate).
• Babies/toddlers MUST be securely fastened into the buggy at all times unless the instructor indicates they can come out i.e. during mat work in the summer.
• If you feel any pain during the session or your circumstances change from those given on the screening form, STOP immediately and inform the instructor.