ATHLETICISM DOES NOT END
WHEN MOTHERHOOD BEGINS.
I believe THAT...
Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism was created to improve the information and support for female athletes during pregnancy and postpartum.
"DON'T LIFT MORE THAN 20 LBS."
"BREATHE LIKE THIS."
"DO WHAT YOU'VE ALWAYS DONE."
Generic advice like this does not work for athletes. In fact, it CAN BE a disservice.
I was an experienced athlete and well educated coach, yet it wasn’t until I was postpartum with my first son that I realized the significant gap in practical training insight for athletes and coaches like me. This led to pivoting my coaching career to specialize in coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes.
We go beyond the generalizations, shortsighted advice, outdated info and extreme examples and provide practical + strategic ways to navigate the psychological, physiological and performance changes during pregnancy and postpartum.
FROM A small local coaching business to becoming the go-to coach and resource for pregnant + Postpartum Athletes.
I've had the opportunity to coach athletes in a variety of sports + performance goals. From olympians, UFC Fighters, endurance athletes etc. to everyday athlete moms.
The P&PA brand offers a variety of educational resources, the Practice Brave Podcast, The Pregnant Athlete Training Program, The Postpartum Athlete Training Program as well as The Practice Brave Fitness Program, a monthly strength and conditioning program for athlete moms.
In 2017 I created my signature certification course for coaches + practitioners, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. We have thousand of coaches in 62 countries around the world that are serving their local and online communities with evidence based and practical training strategies for pregnancy and postpartum athletes.
Pregnancy and postpartum serve as catalyst seasons for women pursuing a lifetime of athleticism.
Thousands of athletes have used our fitness programs. From everyday moms who like to lift weights to professional and Olympic athletes.
We strive to provide the most up to date information based on the scientific evidence, our coaching experience, and the input of our P&PA Advisory panel composed of coaches and practitioners.
Thousands of fitness professionals have been certified by P&PA. They span 62+ countries and include coaches, Physical Therapists, OB/GYNs, birth professionals, athletic trainers, and moms who have become the coach they needed.
We coach pregnant and postpartum athletes hands-on, across different needs, bodies, performance goals, abilities, symptoms and motherhood experiences.
Lifetime of Athleticism
We coach through the lens of prioritizing longterm athletic performance interests + goals.
Individualized Approach
Research and acknowledging the nuances of practical training approaches helps improve outcomes and experiences.
Blend research with reality
We coach athletes to be physically and mentally adaptable through these seasons.
Not fragile. Not invincible.
Values
To be the leading authority in pregnancy and postpartum fitness by advancing education and practical coaching strategies that improve the experiences and outcomes for female athletes during pregnancy and postpartum.
Vision
It is our mission to support pregnant and postpartum athletes in pursuing a lifetime of athleticism by blending evidence with real-world coaching experience. We educate and certify coaches and practitioners so women have access to qualified support in their local and online communities.
Mission
Brianna Battles
Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism and CEO of Everyday Battles, LLC.
Brianna has her Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration and her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. She is an active member of the NSCA where she is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) since 2008. She has completed multiple continuing education courses and mentorships in the women’s health and strength and conditioning realm.
This is a growing, international team of P&PA Coaches who are equipped to work with pregnant and postpartum athletes in their communities and online.
P&PA Coaches help female athletes navigate their training during pregnancy and postpartum on behalf of their core, pelvic health and long-term performance goals.
