NEW mums looking to get back into low-impact exercise six weeks or more after the birth of their baby are encouraged to head to weekly classes at the YMCA\u2019s stadium.<\/p>\n
A Mums and Bubs fitness class runs every Thursday morning from 9.15am at the YMCA Bannockburn Recreation Centre on Milton Street.<\/p>\n
Acting centre coordinator Eliza Burge said it\u2019s all about returning to movement in a gentle and positive way.<\/p>\n
\u201cMums and Bubs is a way for women to get back into exercise, socialise with other mums in the local community, make friends, and bring along their children,\u201d she said<\/p>\n
\u201cOur aim is to slowly build up their fitness and strength in a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment, with a qualified coach leading strengthening exercises using light weights, like dumbbells, and exercise balls on the soft low-impact flooring.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s designed as a post-natal fitness class, but the children that come along with their mums can be up to about five years\u2019 old.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ms Burge said plenty of soft play equipment is available to keep kids engaged if they are a little older and more active.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a very casual class, so the mums don\u2019t have to commit to it long term, and it fits in with the morning school drop-off,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThursday mornings have a great atmosphere with our rookie sports on the other court, and a lot of young kids around. It\u2019s a really relaxed, warm and welcoming environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
Classes are $10 per session, or $90 for a 10-class pass. YMCA Bannockburn is located on Milton Street opposite Bannockburn P-12 College.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
NEW mums looking to get back into low-impact exercise six weeks or more after the birth of their baby are encouraged to head to weekly classes at the YMCA\u2019s stadium. A Mums and Bubs fitness class runs every Thursday morning from 9.15am at the YMCA Bannockburn Recreation Centre on Milton Street. Acting centre coordinator Eliza […]<\/p>\n