Summer Sanders Prenatal Workout

Gaiam Americas, Inc's 2009 workout DVD program, Summer Sanders Prenatal Workout, stands out in the world of fitness, particularly catering to the requirements of expectant mothers. Featured on this unique workout DVD is Summer Sanders, an Olympic gold medalist and the host of the “NBA Inside Stuff,” who herself faced the physical and emotional transformation of pregnancy. Summer's expertise, personal experience, and radiant energy guide audiences through this transformational journey that enhances the well-being of both mothers-to-be and their unborn babies.

Essentially structured with health, wellness, and safe fitness in mind, this program emphasizes the importance of maintaining physical activity, staying fit, and developing strength throughout pregnancy. It is designed to adapt to the varying need of each trimester, which provides a customizable, safe, and motivating way to exercise during different stages of pregnancy. The fitness program guides the user through gentle stretches, strength-building exercises, and heart-healthy cardio workouts while maintaining the expectations of a prenatal workout routine. Summer Sanders Prenatal Workout demonstrates an acute understanding of the physical strains of pregnancy and the requisite precautions to be taken during such exercises.

Summer Sanders, having experienced two pregnancies herself, empathetically shares her journey and imparts her time-tested techniques and proven workout routines. The workout plan includes a full description and demonstration of the exercises, with great care towards the safety and comfort of the expecting mothers. The DVD not merely emphasizes strength training and cardio but also accentuates stress relief, stamina enhancement, and mood upliftment.

Split into a three-segment workout, the program expertly handles the challenges of each trimester and strategically strikes balance and harmony in flexibility, strength, and heart health while also attending to specific pregnancy discomforts. The DVD includes a first trimester workout (26 minutes), a second trimester workout (27 minutes), and a third trimester workout (26 minutes). Furthermore, it features two bonus postnatal segments, Circuits: Slim Down (24 minutes) and Circuits: Shape Up (24 minutes).

The first trimester workout integrates Pilates, yoga, and strength exercises to boost mood, improve circulation, and alleviate morning sickness. The second trimester workout moderates the tempo but increases the focus on back exercises and toning upper body strengthening routines, providing relief from baby belly aches and pains. The third trimester workout is a careful blend of stamina-boosting cardio, strength exercises, and flexibility improving maneuvers. This set helps mothers-to-be to prepare for labor while reducing discomfort and fatigue.

Sanders is working with a dynamic team of professionals in this endeavor. Her partner on-screen is Keri Crockett, a professional Pilates and yoga instructor, who provides modifications for every exercise to support varying fitness levels and pregnancy stages. Moreover, the workout series got developed in association with an obstetrician, which ensures the highest standard of safety for both the mother and the unborn child.

With a runtime of roughly three hours, the DVD offers instruction in English with clean, crisp video and audio quality. The backdrop of the workout sessions includes a well-lit, spacious studio with a serene, calming atmosphere to help the participants focus and enjoy their workout sessions.

Engaging, comprehensive, and safe, Summer Sanders Prenatal Workout from Gaiam Americas, Inc is more than just a workout regime. It’s a holistic approach to prenatal fitness, empowering pregnant women with knowledge and guiding them through an enjoyable, rewarding journey towards motherhood. It’s not merely about staying fit; it's about fostering connectivity with their growing baby, celebrating the miracles of life, and preparing the body and mind for the arduous yet fulfilling experience of childbirth.