Exercise – Overhead Press

by Oh Baby! Fitness

We love mom and baby exercises because they are both effective AND a great way to play and bond with your baby. These tips will give you quick and easy exercises that both you and your baby will love! As your baby continues to grow, it’s a great way to stengthen your upper body.

For our first feature, we wanted to share one that babies love! This exercise is a traditional overhead press, using baby as the weight. To perform it, put your hands under the baby’s armpits, lift them up until your elbows extend, then bring them back down and kiss their bellies. This exercise works your shoulders and core when performed correctly.

A couple of tips:

– Keep your belly button pulled to your spine and your lower back long– this is especially important when lifting heavier babies! 

– Exhale as you lift your baby UP, and inhale as you lower them.

– Keep your feet hip distance apart to provide a stable base.

Let us know what your baby thinks of this exercise– and Dads love this one too!

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Exercise classes for new and expectant moms
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