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35. What Does a Realistic Workout Schedule Look Like in the First Year Postpartum?

35. What Does a Realistic Workout Schedule Look Like in the First Year Postpartum?

Update: 2025-07-30
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Feeling overwhelmed trying to “get back into a routine” after having a baby? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin have an honest, real-mom conversation about what postpartum workouts actually looked like in their first year after birth—and how to build a sustainable fitness routine that supports healing, strength, and your new life as a mom.

Spoiler: it doesn’t have to be 5 days a week or 60-minute workouts. Progress in the postpartum season is about consistency, not perfection.

Inside this episode, we dive into:

  • What postpartum workout schedules really looked like with our own kids
  • The importance of starting slow and focusing on healing (not weight loss)
  • Why 2–3 short workouts a week can be incredibly effective
  • Which exercises to prioritize for core, glutes, and back strength
  • How to avoid burnout by choosing a frequency you can actually stick to

Whether you’re 6 weeks or 6 months postpartum, this episode will help you set realistic expectations and build a routine that feels good, doable, and strong.

Loved this episode? Share it with a fellow postpartum friend!

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional.

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35. What Does a Realistic Workout Schedule Look Like in the First Year Postpartum?

35. What Does a Realistic Workout Schedule Look Like in the First Year Postpartum?

Megan Martineau and Caitlin Cipriano