As a mum of two, Mary knows personally the importance of being a fit and healthy mother, both for mother and child!

Women who regularly exercise throughout pregnancy tend to have easier, shorter and less complicated labours.

Staying active during your pregnancy will help to keep your body more supple and stronger. It will help to prevent constipation, and make it easier for you to avoid gaining more weight than you should.

There are a lot of other benefits of exercising during pregnancy, such as improved circulation, enhanced muscular balance, reducing swelling, strengthening abdominal muscles and an easier recover after the birth.

It has also been found to boost confidence, and reduce anxiety.

Her training programme includes working the core, and the pelvic floor muscles to help during childbirth, and then helping you regain strength and your body shape after the birth.