Women's Health

Pregnancy (1st Trimester)

Movement program for the first trimester addressing nausea-friendly positions, breathing foundation development, pelvic floor awareness initiation, and impact modification for early pregnancy.

Clinical note: First trimester is often kept private. Ensure confidentiality in coaching settings. Nausea may limit exercise tolerance — horizontal positions can worsen symptoms. Heart rate is not a reliable intensity marker; use RPE (talk test). Medical clearance required.
6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
3
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Diaphragmatic Assessment
2 Hip Internal Rotation
3 Hip External Rotation
4 Thoracic Extension
5 Pelvic Tilt Classification
6 Hip Flexion Active

Risk Factors Assessed

Diaphragmatic Assessment
Hip Internal Rotation
Pelvic Tilt Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Pregnancy (1st Trimester) assessment include?
The assessment covers Diaphragmatic Assessment, Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation, Thoracic Extension with functional screening criteria. It generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How is the Pregnancy (1st Trimester) protocol different from a general assessment?
This protocol is calibrated specifically for pregnancy (1st trimester) with 6 targeted tests, women-specific benchmarks, and corrective exercises designed for this population's unique needs and constraints.
How do I get started with the Pregnancy (1st Trimester) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Pregnancy (1st Trimester) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Women's Health
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Screening-based
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