With this Postgraduate certificate you will be able to design and implement physical exercise plans adapted to each stage of pregnancy"

During pregnancy, physical exercise is not contraindicated. On the contrary, doctors recommend that pregnant women adapt their sport to the stage of their pregnancy. Therefore, it is crucial that fitness instructors know how to work with pregnant women, offering them exercise routines that maintain their physical condition without harming the baby's health. 

For all these reasons, this program will delve into everything related to pregnancy and physical exercise. Throughout the program, the different morphophysiological adaptations observed will be studied and their impact on physical exercise plans will be emphasized. Postural modifications and care, and motor control adjustments will be essential as the pregnancy progresses. 

Possible pathologies, care and contraindications during the process, as well as responses and adaptations to physical exercise, will be taken into consideration.

Finally, the assignment of the physical exercise program will be addressed, dividing it into the three characteristic trimesters and a proposal no less important for after giving birth. 

All these contents will be taught in online format, therefore, the student will be able to study where and when they want, only needing a device with internet access to advance in their studies.

The only way for professionals to differentiate their profile from that of other professionals is through academic updating. With programs like this one, this goal becomes a reality"  

This Postgraduate certificate in Fitness Instructor in Physical Exercise and Pregnancy contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Physical Activity and Sport
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Learn how to work with pregnant women and become a much more prepared fitness instructor, thus revaluing your professional profile"

The program includes, in its teaching staff, professionals from the sector who bring their work experience to this refresher program, as well as renowned specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Learn how to design exercise plans adapted to the needs of pregnant women and become a much more sought-after professional"

A unique, key and fundamental program to take your career to the next level"

Students who decide to take this program will have access to the most complete bank of contents on the market. This syllabus has been designed by a first-class professional team, who have generated the content based on the highest scientific rigor and the latest developments in the sector. Thus, the student will be able to acquire complete and ideal knowledge to work in this field with greater guarantees of success.

TECH provides you with a compendium of contents based on the highest scientific rigor and the latest news in the sector"

Module 1. Physical Exercise and Pregnancy 

1.1. Morphofunctional Changes in the Female Body during Pregnancy

1.1.1. Body Mass Modification
1.1.2. Modification of the Center of Gravity and Relevant Postural Adaptations
1.1.3. Cardiorespiratory Adaptations
1.1.4. Hematological Adaptations
1.1.5. Adaptations of the Locomotor System
1.1.6. Gastrointestinal and Renal Modifications

1.2. Pathophysiologies Associated with Pregnancy

1.2.1. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
1.2.2. Supine Hypotensive Syndrome
1.2.3. Anaemia
1.2.4. Lumbalgias 
1.2.5. Diastasis Recti
1.2.6. Varicose Veins.
1.2.7. Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
1.2.8. Nerve Compression Syndrome

1.3. Kinefilaxia and Benefits of Physical Exercise in Pregnant Women

1.3.1. Care to Be Taken into Account During Activities of Daily Life
1.3.2. Preventive Physical Work 
1.3.3. Biological and Psychosocial Benefits of Physical Exercise

1.4. Risks and Contraindications of Physical Exercise in Pregnant Women

1.4.1. Absolute Contraindications to Physical Exercise
1.4.2. Relative Contraindications to Physical Exercise
1.4.3. Precautions to be Taken into Account During Pregnancy

1.5. Nutrition in Pregnant Women

1.5.1. Body Mass Weight Gain with Pregnancy
1.5.2. Energy Requirements Throughout Pregnancy
1.5.3. Nutritional Recommendations for the Practice of Physical Exercise

1.6. Training Planning for Pregnant Women

1.6.1. First Quarter Planning
1.6.2. Second Quarter Planning
1.6.3. Third Quarter Planning

1.7. Musculoskeletal Training Programs

1.7.1. Motor Control
1.7.2. Stretching and Muscle Relaxation
1.7.3. Muscle Fitness Work

1.8. Programming Speed Training

1.8.1. Modality of Low-Impact Physical Work
1.8.2. Weekly Workload

1.9. Postural and Preparatory Labor for Childbirth

1.9.1. Pelvic Floor Exercises
1.9.2. Postural Exercises

1.10. Return to Physical Activity after Giving Birth

1.10.1. Medical Discharge and Recovery Period
1.10.2. Care at the Beginning of Physical Activity
1.10.3. Conclusions and Closing of the Module

A unique, key and decisive program to take your professional career to the top"