In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey of losing fat and gaining muscle after having a baby, along with the three proven tips that helped me get stronger, feel more energized, and transform my body postpartum. If you’ve been struggling with finding the right approach to fitness after baby, this episode is for you!
I’ll cover:
✅ How protein and balanced nutrition support postpartum fat loss and muscle gain
✅ The importance of strength training and core-safe exercises
✅ Why quality sleep, stress management, and daily movement are key to building strength
✅ Simple, actionable tips for moms to get started today
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Stay strong & nourished, Val
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