Bella Bellies (r) Continues to offer Teacher Trainings, Prenatal Movement Classes, Postpartum Movement Classes, Birth Doula Care and Postpartum Doula Care. This year Bella Bellies has added Child Birth Education Classes to its services. These classes are provided in a one-on-one setting in the context of your home. If you would like to learn more, please contact info@bellabellies.com.
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Anne Martens Speaking at Upcoming Pilates Method Alliance Conference 2013!
I am honored to write, I will be speaking at the upcoming Pilates Method
Alliance (PMA) Conference.
Here is a link to the PMA Video Press Release
This convention, I will be discussing a postpartum topic, "Exercise Post C-Section." As we know there are considerations (mental & physical) necessary for a woman participating in an exercise program post cesarean section.
Hope to see you there!
Here is a link to the PMA Video Press Release
This convention, I will be discussing a postpartum topic, "Exercise Post C-Section." As we know there are considerations (mental & physical) necessary for a woman participating in an exercise program post cesarean section.
Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Upcoming Bella Bellies Training Dates
East Coast / Hoboken, NJ April 29-May 3rd
West Coast / Orange County, CA July 15 - July 22nd
Chicago, IL September 9-15th
If you would like to schedule a Bella Bellies Training in your area please contact, info@bellabellies.com
West Coast / Orange County, CA July 15 - July 22nd
Chicago, IL September 9-15th
If you would like to schedule a Bella Bellies Training in your area please contact, info@bellabellies.com
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Bella Bellies Prenatal & Postpartum Training
Receive 34 Continuing Education Credits
from the Pilates Method Alliance
with Bella Bellies Workshop
Bella
Bellies Prenatal & Postpartum training is movement training for
pilates instructors, yoga instructors, doulas, child birth educators
& health care providers.
Bella Bellies has been seen on LX NBC, Kiwi Magazine, Disney's Baby Zone and more National Publications.
Description:
**Formatted
methods for instructing group exercise, one-on-one instruction and
(optional) pilates apparatus (cadillac, chair & reformer).**
Movement
that fosters self awareness can have a profound strengthening and
empowering effect on a woman during every stage of motherhood. Prenatal
& Postpartum support from a skilled trainer will not only directly
influence a mothers emotional, spiritual and physical health but also
her baby's.
Bella Bellies education prides itself on healthy prenatal, birth and postpartum practices that support a healthy mom-baby relationship. Bella Bellies Prenatal, Postnatal & Postpartum training is the most comprehensive fitness training offered. The training discusses key topics including but, not limited to: pelvic floor conditioning, core rehabilitation, the unique dynamics of breathing during pregnancy & postpartum, adhesive tissue post c-section, addresses the aging (peri-menopause, menopause & post menopause) postpartum population, diastasis rectus abdominus, nursing modifications and more.
Bella Bellies education prides itself on healthy prenatal, birth and postpartum practices that support a healthy mom-baby relationship. Bella Bellies Prenatal, Postnatal & Postpartum training is the most comprehensive fitness training offered. The training discusses key topics including but, not limited to: pelvic floor conditioning, core rehabilitation, the unique dynamics of breathing during pregnancy & postpartum, adhesive tissue post c-section, addresses the aging (peri-menopause, menopause & post menopause) postpartum population, diastasis rectus abdominus, nursing modifications and more.
Furthermore,
participants will build their skill set and knowledge with direct
interaction with a variety of award-winning health care providers
including:
- Midwife, Vicki Hedley
- Ob-Gyn, Michelle Artistizabal
- Maternal Chiropractor, Laura Brayton
- Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Stacey Futterman
- Bella Bellies Trainer & Yoga Instructor, Denise Friedson
- Bella Bellies Trainer & Social Worker, Marisa Mc Mahon
- Owner of Hoboken Women's Wellness, Mollie Bollers
- Infant Massage & Nutritional Coach, Laura Lacey
- Maternal Psychiatrist, Linda Chaung
- Bella Bellies is honored to have the above speakers at our workshop.
The course is instructed by mother, doula, child birth educator,
personal trainer, comprehensive certified pilates instructor and founder of Bella Bellies®
Anne (Annie) Martens.
Annie Martens designed the course along with the help of her mother
Registered Nurse Lorraine.
When:
Prenatal April 29-30th, 9:00-3:00
Postpartum May 1-3rd, 9:00-3:00
If participants are not able to attend the workshop in it's entirety, they may collaborate with Bella Bellies.
Where:
Movement Space Studios, 720 Monroe St. Studio 514 C, Hoboken, NJ. Free parking in back of building and accessible to light rail
Website:
Continuing Education Credits for:
ACE Exercise 1.6 CEC and 34 PMA CEC's
Sign-up at www.bellabellies.com/schedule today and receive your downloadable books, Dvd's and notes.
Or schedule an appointment to speak with Annie Martens directly at: (201) 705-4018
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Osteoporosis
The term osteoporosis literally means "porous bones."
How Many People Does Osteoporosis Affect?
Osteoporosis affects 25 + million Americans, 90% of whom are women.
Why are Women More Prone to Osteoporosis?
Women's estrogen levels change throughout life, especially during pregnancy, post pregnancy, and menopause. Estrogen increases calcium absorption and limits its withdrawal from bones. Men's bodies typically generate enough estrogen and will convert testosterone to estrogen to maintain healthy hormonal balance. Beginning around the age of 50, the average man experiences a bone loss of about .4% each year, whereas a female loses twice this amount beginning at age 35. After menopause, during pregnancy, and postpartum, a drop in estrogen production coincides with reduced intestinal calcium absorption, less production of calcitoning (a hormone that inhibits de-mineralization), and an increase in bone resorption. After menopause, bone loss accelerates to 3-6% per year in the first 5 years. At this rate, the typical women loses about 15% of her bone mass in the first decade after menopause, and some women lose as much as 30% or more of their bone mass by the age of 70.
What can Women do to Prevent Osteoporosis through Exercise?
Women can augment their bone mass through purposeful increases in weight-bearing exercise and calcium intake. Women should practice resistance / strength training exercises and continue to build bone strength by gradually and appropriately increasing the weight load. For instance, begin bicep curls at 5lbs, work up to 2 sets of 12-20 reps, then (when strong enough) graduate to 8 lbs, next 10 lbs, 12 lbs, 15 lbs and so on.
What can Women do to Prevent Osteoporosis through Diet?
1000-1500 mg of calcium daily reduces a woman's risk of osteoporosis, with proper consumption of vitamin D.
A glass of milk = 300 mg
Low-fat plain yogurt = 415 mg
1 oz of cheddar cheese = 204 mg
Glass of calcium fortified orange juice = 250 mg
Salmon = 167 mg
.5 cup of almonds = 173 mg
1 cup of kidney beans = 90 mg
1 cup of dark leafy greens = 280 mg
What should I Know about Calcium Supplements?
Consult your health care provider to find the appropriate balance of vitamins. Calcium citrate is a great alternative as a supplement, in the event you find typical calcium supplements (pill form) difficult to swallow or digest. PLEASE note indiscriminate use of calcium supplements increases ones risk of developing kidney stones and reduces zinc absorption. Vitamin K 2 is good for helping maintain calium levels in the blood. B 12 is shown to help "osteoblast formation", and vitamin D helps absorb calcium.
Why does Lifting Weights Strengthen Bones? And Why must a Women Continue to Increase her "Weight Load" Resistance during Strength Training?
Muscle forces acting on bones during physical activity modify bone metabolism at the point of stress. These activities stimulate the osteoblasts and strengthen bone matrix. The buildup of bones depends on two factors: "the magnitude of applied forces" (weight) and "its frequency of application" (repetitions.)
Saturday, February 23, 2013
New Workshop!
Prenatal & Postpartum Trigger Release
&
Prenatal & Postpartum Muscle Testing for Pilates and Personal Training
Saturday, May 4th; 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Instructor Mollie Bollers
"Mollie Bollers; founder of Hoboken Women’s Wellness, is a Certified
Massage Therapist, CertifiedInfant Massage Instructor, and Doula.
Mollie fell in love with prenatal massage after the birth of her
first daughter in 2004. Already a massage therapist at that point, she
decided to devote her practice to pregnant women, new mothers and
babies. 'Something would well-up inside me when I’d think about women
receiving compassionate care during this vulnerable time. I wanted to
create a safe place for women to take time to be present to the changes
they were going through.'
Mollie Bollers
Besides the outstanding services and products she offers to local
Hobokenites -and some who travel from as far as Connecticut to
experience her sensitive nurturing touch, Mollie’s dedication to
pregnant women and infants can be seen through her numerous community
and volunteer activities.
Through her partnership with the Hudson Perinatal Consortium,
Mollie offers free pre and postnatal massage to low-income women in
Jersey City, both in her private studio and on-site at clinics including
Horizon Health Center. Mollie also volunteers at Hoboken University Medical Center
where she provides free chair massage to the nursing staff of the labor
and delivery unit. Her thinking is that if the nurses are in good
spirits they will be better able to provide caring, compassionate
support for the laboring women on their floor.
Mollie completed her massage training and certification at the Institute for Therapeutic Massage In Pompton Lakes, NJ. She went on to study Prenatal Massage with Elaine Stillerman, author of Mother Massage, Massage During Pregnancy, and The Encyclopedia of Bodywork. Mollie received her infant Massage Training and Certification from Diana Moore,
Founder of the International Loving Touch Foundation, an organization
dedicated to fostering positive touch and parental love for infants and
children around the world.
When she’s not with a client, or thinking up ways to serve them
better, Mollie is enjoying quality time with her own family. Mollie is
mother to Minerva (Mina), and Gwenevere (Gwenie)." -www.hobokenwomenswellness.com
Instructor Annie Martens
In 2005, Bella Bellies® was designed by mom Anne (Annie) Martens to
offer mothers, at every stage of life, a unique exercise program
tailored to their unique needs. From her experiences as a mother,
Anne became aware of the need to embrace a healthy lifestyle before,
during, after and well into motherhood. However she observed many people
in the
fitness and media industry were not educated on, not
compassionate towards, nor understanding of the unique challenges and
pressures a mother faces. With a passion to promote maternal
well-being, Anne was inspired to step away from her career in New York
City to create Bella Bellies® and exclusively train prenatal and
postpartum clientele.
Anne Martens
To create Bella Bellies®, Anne has combined her background as a
Pilates Method Alliance certified Pilates instructor (under Kathy Van Patten and Bob Liekens of
Power Pilates), studies as a Postpartum Doula (under Midwife Vicki Hedley), Lamaze Child Birth Instructor, Birth Doula (under Sunday Tortelli),
certified personal trainer (ACE),
as well as her B.F.A. in dance from the Boston Conservatory (where
she graduated cum laude under Emiko & Yasi Tokunaga).
Anne is the
featured speaker in
the DVD "Prenatal Pilates with the Tupler Technique" and author of
the "Bella Bellies® Book." On behalf of Bella Bellies®, Anne has
presented at the Pilates Method Alliance Conference (2012) and has
consulted for several national broadcast productions affiliated with
NBC, ABC and CBS. Also, on behalf of Bella Bellies®, Anne has been
featured in Kiwi Magazine, Expectant Mothers, Jersey Journal, Max &
Fitness Magazine, on LX NBC and several other popular media productions.
Anne is the creator of Stroller Moves® and Momilates® offered
throughout the world
by Bella Bellies® trained instructors.
Grateful for her experience to work with a variety of mothers
(prenatal, postpartum and post-menopausal), Anne dedicated her career
to women's research relative to exercise and well-being. She now
presents seminars to maternal professionals throughout the country and
exclusively provides teacher trainings on behalf of Bella Bellies®.
Prenatal & Postpartum Trigger Release
&
Prenatal & Postpartum Muscle Testing for Pilates and Personal Training
Saturday, May 4th; 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Instructor Mollie Bollers
"Mollie Bollers; founder of Hoboken Women’s Wellness, is a Certified
Massage Therapist, CertifiedInfant Massage Instructor, and Doula.
Mollie fell in love with prenatal massage after the birth of her
first daughter in 2004. Already a massage therapist at that point, she
decided to devote her practice to pregnant women, new mothers and
babies. 'Something would well-up inside me when I’d think about women
receiving compassionate care during this vulnerable time. I wanted to
create a safe place for women to take time to be present to the changes
they were going through.'
Besides the outstanding services and products she offers to local
Hobokenites -and some who travel from as far as Connecticut to
experience her sensitive nurturing touch, Mollie’s dedication to
pregnant women and infants can be seen through her numerous community
and volunteer activities.
Through her partnership with the Hudson Perinatal Consortium, Mollie offers free pre and postnatal massage to low-income women in Jersey City, both in her private studio and on-site at clinics including Horizon Health Center. Mollie also volunteers at Hoboken University Medical Center where she provides free chair massage to the nursing staff of the labor and delivery unit. Her thinking is that if the nurses are in good spirits they will be better able to provide caring, compassionate support for the laboring women on their floor.
Mollie completed her massage training and certification at the Institute for Therapeutic Massage In Pompton Lakes, NJ. She went on to study Prenatal Massage with Elaine Stillerman, author of Mother Massage, Massage During Pregnancy, and The Encyclopedia of Bodywork. Mollie received her infant Massage Training and Certification from Diana Moore, Founder of the International Loving Touch Foundation, an organization dedicated to fostering positive touch and parental love for infants and children around the world.
When she’s not with a client, or thinking up ways to serve them better, Mollie is enjoying quality time with her own family. Mollie is mother to Minerva (Mina), and Gwenevere (Gwenie)." -www.hobokenwomenswellness.com
Instructor Annie Martens
In 2005, Bella Bellies® was designed by mom Anne (Annie) Martens to offer mothers, at every stage of life, a unique exercise program tailored to their unique needs. From her experiences as a mother, Anne became aware of the need to embrace a healthy lifestyle before, during, after and well into motherhood. However she observed many people in the fitness and media industry were not educated on, not compassionate towards, nor understanding of the unique challenges and pressures a mother faces. With a passion to promote maternal well-being, Anne was inspired to step away from her career in New York City to create Bella Bellies® and exclusively train prenatal and postpartum clientele.
To create Bella Bellies®, Anne has combined her background as a Pilates Method Alliance certified Pilates instructor (under Kathy Van Patten and Bob Liekens of Power Pilates), studies as a Postpartum Doula (under Midwife Vicki Hedley), Lamaze Child Birth Instructor, Birth Doula (under Sunday Tortelli), certified personal trainer (ACE), as well as her B.F.A. in dance from the Boston Conservatory (where she graduated cum laude under Emiko & Yasi Tokunaga).
Anne is the featured speaker in the DVD "Prenatal Pilates with the Tupler Technique" and author of the "Bella Bellies® Book." On behalf of Bella Bellies®, Anne has presented at the Pilates Method Alliance Conference (2012) and has consulted for several national broadcast productions affiliated with NBC, ABC and CBS. Also, on behalf of Bella Bellies®, Anne has been featured in Kiwi Magazine, Expectant Mothers, Jersey Journal, Max & Fitness Magazine, on LX NBC and several other popular media productions. Anne is the creator of Stroller Moves® and Momilates® offered throughout the world by Bella Bellies® trained instructors.
Grateful for her experience to work with a variety of mothers (prenatal, postpartum and post-menopausal), Anne dedicated her career to women's research relative to exercise and well-being. She now presents seminars to maternal professionals throughout the country and exclusively provides teacher trainings on behalf of Bella Bellies®.
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| Mollie Bollers |
Through her partnership with the Hudson Perinatal Consortium, Mollie offers free pre and postnatal massage to low-income women in Jersey City, both in her private studio and on-site at clinics including Horizon Health Center. Mollie also volunteers at Hoboken University Medical Center where she provides free chair massage to the nursing staff of the labor and delivery unit. Her thinking is that if the nurses are in good spirits they will be better able to provide caring, compassionate support for the laboring women on their floor.
Mollie completed her massage training and certification at the Institute for Therapeutic Massage In Pompton Lakes, NJ. She went on to study Prenatal Massage with Elaine Stillerman, author of Mother Massage, Massage During Pregnancy, and The Encyclopedia of Bodywork. Mollie received her infant Massage Training and Certification from Diana Moore, Founder of the International Loving Touch Foundation, an organization dedicated to fostering positive touch and parental love for infants and children around the world.
When she’s not with a client, or thinking up ways to serve them better, Mollie is enjoying quality time with her own family. Mollie is mother to Minerva (Mina), and Gwenevere (Gwenie)." -www.hobokenwomenswellness.com
Instructor Annie Martens
In 2005, Bella Bellies® was designed by mom Anne (Annie) Martens to offer mothers, at every stage of life, a unique exercise program tailored to their unique needs. From her experiences as a mother, Anne became aware of the need to embrace a healthy lifestyle before, during, after and well into motherhood. However she observed many people in the fitness and media industry were not educated on, not compassionate towards, nor understanding of the unique challenges and pressures a mother faces. With a passion to promote maternal well-being, Anne was inspired to step away from her career in New York City to create Bella Bellies® and exclusively train prenatal and postpartum clientele.
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| Anne Martens |
To create Bella Bellies®, Anne has combined her background as a Pilates Method Alliance certified Pilates instructor (under Kathy Van Patten and Bob Liekens of Power Pilates), studies as a Postpartum Doula (under Midwife Vicki Hedley), Lamaze Child Birth Instructor, Birth Doula (under Sunday Tortelli), certified personal trainer (ACE), as well as her B.F.A. in dance from the Boston Conservatory (where she graduated cum laude under Emiko & Yasi Tokunaga).
Anne is the featured speaker in the DVD "Prenatal Pilates with the Tupler Technique" and author of the "Bella Bellies® Book." On behalf of Bella Bellies®, Anne has presented at the Pilates Method Alliance Conference (2012) and has consulted for several national broadcast productions affiliated with NBC, ABC and CBS. Also, on behalf of Bella Bellies®, Anne has been featured in Kiwi Magazine, Expectant Mothers, Jersey Journal, Max & Fitness Magazine, on LX NBC and several other popular media productions. Anne is the creator of Stroller Moves® and Momilates® offered throughout the world by Bella Bellies® trained instructors.
Grateful for her experience to work with a variety of mothers (prenatal, postpartum and post-menopausal), Anne dedicated her career to women's research relative to exercise and well-being. She now presents seminars to maternal professionals throughout the country and exclusively provides teacher trainings on behalf of Bella Bellies®.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Bella Bellies Prenatal & Postpartum Teacher Training
Bella Bellies® Prenatal & Postpartum
Teacher Training Workshop
Teacher Training Workshop
Start a successful, rewarding career and join the Bella Bellies®
professional fitness community, seen on LX NBC, Kiwi Magazine, Disney's Baby Zone and more .
Our program is expanding throughout the
United States and abroad to Australia, China and Europe.
Sign-up today at www.bellabellies.com/schedule and receive the Bella Bellies® books, DVD's and notes/guides.
Description:
This is a comprehensive workshop reviewing pre/postnatal exercise, health and well-being.
The workshop is divided into 2 parts to separately discuss prenatal and postnatal topics.The Prenatal Workshop will review trademarked techniques for exercising throughout pregnancy. The workshop will also discuss prenatal exercises and the proper modifications to promote well-being. As well as, exercises to prepare for labor and motherhood. Participants will receive a Bella Bellies® DVD, Bella Bellies® Prenatal downloadable notes / guide and the "Prenatal Bella Bellies®" downloadable book.
The Postnatal Workshop will review trademarked techniques relative to exercising in the years following childbirth. Topics include, but are not limited to, techniques for managing during the postpartum healing phase, exercises to reduce the postpartum belly bulge, step-by-step instructions for stroller exercises, step-by-step instructions on how to include newborns / infants / babies with pilates mat exercises, exercise and massage techniques for the baby, songs and verses for the baby to promote learning. Participants will receive the downloadable "Postnatal Bella Bellies Book" written by Bella Bellies® owner Annie Martens and Registered Nurse Lorraine Wellington, downloadable Momilates®; Pilates for Mommies DVD and the downloadable Bella Bellies® Postnatal notes / guide.
When:
Prenatal-April 29th-30th 9:00-3:00
Postpartum-May 1-3rd, 9:00-3:00
If
participants are not able to attend the workshop in it's entirety, they
may collaborate with Bella Bellies on-line or via phone to make-up
hours missed.
Where:
Movement Space Studios, 720 Monroe St. Studio 514 C, Hoboken, NJ. Free parking in back of building and accessible to light rail
Movement Space Studios, 720 Monroe St. Studio 514 C, Hoboken, NJ. Free parking in back of building and accessible to light rail
Website:
http://www.bellabellies.com/schedule
Continuing Education Credits for:
http://www.bellabellies.com/schedule
Continuing Education Credits for:
- American College of Exercise 1.6 CEC
- 30 Pilates Method Alliance Hours
Also included:
Free Business coaching and growth opportunity within the Bella Bellies® expanding company. Website presence including your name, website address and more at Bella Bellies® online directory. Bella Bellies® brochures, website, business cards & baby onesies templates for purchase and jump start your business.
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