Stay Strong Throughout Your Pregnancy. Mommy To Be™ is BodyXhibit's video-guided gym workout program designed to help expecting mothers stay active, build strength, improve mobility, and support a healthy pregnancy through every trimester. Whether you're new to exercise or already living an active lifestyle, this program helps you maintain your fitness, increase energy, and prepare your body for labor, delivery, and motherhood with safe, structured workouts. Every workout is fully video guided inside the BodyXhibit app, so you'll always know exactly what exercises to perform with proper form and technique. Track your workouts, monitor your progress, and stay motivated as you continue building strength, confidence, and healthy habits throughout your pregnancy. Always consult with your physician or healthcare provider before beginning or continuing any exercise program during pregnancy.
Working out at the gym while pregnant is beneficial for most women (with their doctor’s approval) because it supports both maternal health and fetal development. Here’s why it’s good:
Reduces pregnancy discomfort – like back pain, constipation, bloating, and swelling.
Strengthens muscles – especially the core, glutes, and pelvic floor, which are crucial for labor and delivery.
Improves posture – which can help reduce aches from the shifting center of gravity.
Increases energy levels by improving circulation and oxygen flow.
Releases endorphins, which can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
Improves sleep quality, which can be harder during pregnancy.
Helps manage healthy weight gain throughout pregnancy.
May reduce the risk of gestational diabetes and preeclampsia.
Women who exercise regularly often have shorter, less complicated labors.
Faster postpartum recovery due to better baseline strength and stamina.
Helps the body bounce back more efficiently after birth.
Keeps women feeling in control of their bodies.
Maintains a sense of normalcy and routine, especially for regular gym-goers.
May improve fetal brain development.
Linked to healthier birth weights and lower risk of complications.
🛑 Important Note: Every pregnancy is different. Women should:
Get clearance from their doctor or midwife.
Avoid high-risk movements (e.g., contact sports, overheating, lying flat on the back after the 1st trimester).
Listen to your body and modify workouts as needed.