Training After Kids Looks Different — And That’s Not a Bad Thing
If you’ve ever thought:
“Why does this feel harder than it used to?”
“I should be fitter by now.”
“My body doesn’t move the way it used to.”
You’re not broken — you’re postpartum (even years later).
Motherhood changes your body, your energy, your priorities, and your capacity. And yet, so many mums try to train as if none of that happened.
At The P3 Movement, we want you to know this:
Training after kids looks different — and that’s not a bad thing.
It’s actually the key to feeling strong again.
Your Body Has Changed — Because It’s Adapted
Pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period place real physical demands on your body:
Your core and pelvic floor have adapted to grow and birth a baby
Your posture has changed from feeding, carrying, and lifting
Your sleep and recovery are disrupted
Your nervous system is often running on high alert
Expecting your body to perform exactly like it did pre-kids ignores what it has been through.
This isn’t about “getting your body back.”
It’s about building the body you need now.
Why Pushing Harder Often Makes Things Worse
When training feels frustrating, many mums try to fix it by doing more:
More workouts
More intensity
More cardio
Less rest
But without rebuilding foundations, this can lead to:
Ongoing core weakness or doming
Pelvic floor symptoms
Persistent aches and pains
Burnout and inconsistency
At P3, we see this all the time — and we know it’s not because mums aren’t trying hard enough.
More isn’t better. Better is better.
Strength After Kids Looks Different — And That’s OK
Strength after motherhood isn’t just about lifting heavier weights.
It’s about:
Breathing without bracing
Lifting your child without pain
Feeling stable and confident in your body
Moving without fear of leaking
Having energy left at the end of the day
Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is slow down, reconnect, and rebuild properly.
And yes — this still leads to getting stronger over time.
Consistency Will Always Beat Intensity
Your life as a mum is full. Training needs to fit into it, not compete with it.
That’s why at The P3 Movement we focus on:
Sustainable routines
Short, effective sessions
Strength over exhaustion
Progress you can maintain long-term
The best program isn’t the hardest one.
It’s the one you can actually stick to.
You’re Not Starting Over — You’re Starting From Experience
Your body hasn’t failed you.
It has adapted.
With the right guidance and environment, many mums feel stronger after kids — not just physically, but mentally too.
Training after motherhood isn’t about going backwards.
It’s about moving forward with intention.
How We Support Mums at The P3 Movement
Our prenatal and postpartum training is designed to:
Meet you where you’re at
Rebuild strength safely and progressively
Integrate core and pelvic floor into full-body training
Provide a judgement-free, supportive space
Whether you’re newly postpartum or years into motherhood, there’s no “too late” here.
Ready to Train in a Way That Works for This Season of Life?
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