Active Mum Blog

🌸 Revolutionising Prenatal Wellness: Discover Active Mum’s Groundbreaking Pregnancy Fitness, Pilates & Wellness Program
Active Mum is redefining the prenatal fitness landscape, offering a sanctuary where expectant mothers can thrive physically, emotionally, and socially. Join the revolution and experience the unparalleled support and empowerment that Active Mum provides.

Do I Need to Worry About My Pelvic Floor if I'm Having a C-Section?
It’s a question I get asked all the time—especially by mums-to-be 🤰 who are planning for a C-section. And the short answer is: yes—you absolutely need to take care of your pelvic floor, no matter how you give birth. 💪

Hormones, Periods & Performance: The Truth About Training with Your Cycle
If you've ever felt like your body betrays you right before or during your period — you're not alone, and you're definitely not broken. In fact, what's happening is completely normal... and understanding it can totally change the way you train and feel in your body.

"Why do my knees hurt when I squat?!"
We hear it all the time. You’re doing your squats, trying to strengthen and tone — and instead of feeling the burn in your glutes, you're wincing from knee pain.

“I feel like I’ve lost all my muscles… like I’m just a sack of skin!”
Yep. That’s actually what one of our beautiful mums said the other day — and if you’ve had a baby recently, I bet you know exactly what she means. 💯

Pregnant? It’s Time to Break Up With the Gym...
Wait – what?! Break up with the gym???
😳Yep, I said it!

17 Minutes From Shitty AF to Soaked, Smiling & Strong: A Real Mum Reset!
This morning, I woke up feeling shitty AF. 😩
Not tired. Not stressed. Just… off. Heavy.
Agitated. Overwhelmed. Like I wanted to scream or crawl back into bed — but couldn’t do either.

A Healthier, More Sustainable Way to Eat (No More Diets!)
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

Why Leaking During Exercise is NOT Normal — And What You Can Do About It
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

The Real Reason Your Tummy Won’t Flatten (And How to Fix It)
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

Why 90% of Mums Struggle to Get Their Body Back – And What to Do Differently
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

Are You Ignoring Your Body’s Fuel Warning Light?
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?
"When Is It Safe to Start Running After having my Baby?"
It’s an important question because returning to high-impact exercise too soon can cause lifelong damage to your body. Here’s what you need to know:

Struggling to Lose Weight After 40? You’re Not Alone—Let’s Rethink Your Approach!
"Struggling to Lose Weight After 40? You’re Not Alone—Let’s Rethink Your Approach!"
Ladies, if you’re over 40 and still trying to lose weight the same way you did in your 20s or 30s, it’s no wonder you’re frustrated! After 40, our bodies don’t respond the same way, and the old approach—intense workouts and restrictive diets—is actually working against you. Here’s why, and what you should do instead:

"5 Mistakes Mums Make When Trying to Lose the Mummy Tummy!"
Struggling with a stubborn mummy tummy after pregnancy? You’re not alone! Many mums face challenges in regaining their pre-baby shape, and unfortunately, common mistakes can often hinder progress rather than help. In our latest blog post, we delve into the five most frequent pitfalls that mums encounter when trying to lose their mummy tummy.
From misguided exercises like sit-ups and crunches to the lure of extreme diets, we uncover why these popular methods might be doing more harm than good.

BANISH YOUR INNER BULLY (Life lessons for my 10 year old daughter)
Inner Bully, the biggest BULLY you will ever encounter & how to challenge it, so it doesn't control you.
This was a very powerful chat with my 10 year old girl, and it was really moving.
This lesson is applicable to every human, who has ever had that BULLYING voice inside their head telling them they are stupid, or they can't or they are a failure, of too fat or too skinny, or not loveable or not successful enough.
BULLY BE GONE!

