Pre and Postnatal Fitness Conference 2011 

The Fit 4 Two Conference is an annual opportunity for fitness and health professionals to continue their education and develop their skills in the area of pre and postnatal fitness.  The 2011 conference boasts six workshops presented by six industry experts from six different disciplines.

CEC Values: 6 BCRPA, 6 Fit 4 Two, 6 CMT, 4 CanFitPro

Workshops



 9:30-10:30am Exploring Fitness Trends and Fads within Pre and Postnatal Fitness
Presenter: Tracy Gibbons, B.Comm, BCRPA, Fit 4 Two
With new gadgets and gimmicks hitting the market weekly, the pressure is always on to provide the newest craze to your clients and participants.  Gain knowledge about the latest fitness fads and trends with information regarding their safety and effectiveness, and  how to incorporate them into your pre and postnatal classes and client sessions, if at all.


10:45-11:45am Swelling - What to do about it?
Paula Jaspar, RMT, RMT Instructor
Participants learn to identify types of swelling, action that can be taken and homecare.  Learn the difference in presentations and severity.  Learn how you can support a pregnant mom that has swelling.

12:00-1:00pm Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy and Beyond
Presenter: Lehla Moran, RHN, BCRPA
Did you know that pregnant women may be able to prevent or reduce fatigue and nausea through nutrition?  Would you like to help your postnatal clients use nutrition as a tool for postpartum recovery and breastfeeding success?  Join Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Lehla Moran for this informative workshop on pre and postnatal nutrition.

1:00-1:30pm Lunch!  A healthy vegetarian lunch will provided for all delegates who register before January 31, 2011. 

1:30-2:30pm Motivate Your Pre and Postnatal Clients to “think” Themselves Fit
Presenter: Kasia Rachfall*
Set yourself apart.  Become a leader in your field by implementing a multidimensional approach to health and fitness that will empower your clients to achieve the results they dream of.  Learn practical tools and communication techniques to help your Pre and postnatal clients create a mindset designed for success. 

*Kasia Rachfall of www.FreshPerspectiveFamily.com works with parents who want less stress and more energy and enjoyment in life.  Kasia is the author of Keys For Moms.  She is an Accredited Trainer and Master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnotherapy, and Time Empowerment® Therapy and an ICF Accredited Certified Professional Coach. 

2:45-3:45pm Diastasis Recti – All Your Questions Answered
Presenter: Marcy Dayan, Registered Physiotherapist
This is your opportunity to learn the latest from a physiotherapist who specializes in abdominal separation during and after pregnancy.  This workshop will focus on cause, effect, prevention and rehabilitation.  Have your questions ready for the Q & A.

4:00-5:00pm Fit to Conceive
Presenter: Sue Dumais, Family Passages
Preconception care is often overlooked. Most people don’t realize that nutrition, exercise and stress can all impact the health of the baby up to 3 months prior to conception. Learn nutrition and exercise guidelines as well as mind body tools to help your clients become fit to conceive.

$129 February 1, 2011 onwards.  No lunch provided.