Bump It Up

Book excerpt: The ultimate, easy-to-follow guide to how to be fit, active and healthy - before, during and after pregnancy - from Professor Greg Whyte OBE: consultant to numerous sportswomen and celebrities, and the performance expert behind the incredible Comic Relief and Sports Relief challenges. Complete with accessible advice and illustrated exercise programs, this is the only pregnancy guide you'll ever need... 'I loved being active while pregnant. Being fitter made the first few weeks easier and Greg's new book provides fantastic support and guidance on how to exercise throughout pregnancy' -- Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson, Paralympic gold, silver and bronze medalist, world record holder and mum 'Greg's new book provides a wonderful companion for mums-to-be' -- Sally Gunnell, OBE, Olympic gold medallist, world record holder and mum 'Every pregnant woman should read this book' -- ***** Reader review 'One of the best pregnancy books out there' -- ***** Reader review 'An incredible book - great to get straight forward, clear advice' -- ***** Reader review 'Pitched at an understandable level, with lots of useful information' -- ***** Reader review **************************************************************************************** BUMP IT UP clears away the confusion and dispels the many myths surrounding exercise and pregnancy to offer invaluable guidance on how to exercise safely and eat healthily through each trimester and beyond. Professor Greg Whyte OBE, a father of three, explains how the right exercise and a healthy, balanced lifestyle will ... · boost your chances of conception · help you to be fit and relaxed through each stage of your pregnancy · reduce your stress levels as you prepare for labour · keep you energized and active as you adapt to the demands of motherhood Guiding you through each trimester, Greg provides an easy-to-follow, fully illustrated exercise programme suitable for all levels of fitness, and a healthy eating plan, which includes expert guidance on nutrition and a range of delicious and adaptable recipes created by an award-winning food writer. Designed to keep you feeling on top form, and with an inspirational foreword by mum and celebrity fitness expert Davina McCall, BUMP IT UP is both practical and empowering - a one-stop-shop for essential advice on how to be fit, active and healthy before, during and after pregnancy.