Exercise during pregnancy presented by Tanisha Hatchman AEP
Assessment, considerations, modifications and prescription.
Pregnancy is a normal human experience. And yet, the muscular-skeletal and physiological changes during this period create a dynamic and altered experience of physical movement. Assessing for, and responding appropriately to typical exercise-related concerns are valuable in-scope skills for movement professionals. Tanisha Hatchman AEP guides us on exercise during pregnancy with an individualised and goal-oriented lens.
Learn about:
- The benefits of an active pregnancy
- Considerations for continuing with high intensity exercise during pregnancy
- Which pelvic floor symptoms indicate dysfunction (weakness, tightness, mixed)
The presentation covers:
- Physiological and pelvic anatomy changes during pregnancy
- Common pregnancy symptoms and trimester considerations
- Current exercise and pregnancy guidelines
- Indications for modifications, prescription cues and further referral
Tanisha Hatchman is AEP with a niche interest in women’s and pelvic health. Her work supports clients with endometriosis, chronic pain, perimenopause, and during pregnancy and post-partum. Tanisha describes this work as incredibly satisfying and is motivated by increasing women’s access to the benefits of exercise through improved pelvic health.
Tanisha says: “Towards finishing my degree I knew I wanted to work in women’s health but was unsure about how I could make this a career pathway. Niching into women's health and further into pelvic health has really highlighted how much support and specific guidance women need when it comes to their pelvic health with regards to exercise no matter where they are along their journey.”