Hi, I’m Brianna Battles!
I am a lifelong athlete and strength and conditioning coach. After I had my first son over a decade ago, I realized how underserved, misunderstood and shortsighted the advice was for pregnant and postpartum athletes like myself, and so many of my athlete and coaching peers.
Over time, my coaching focus evolved into coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes.
I am the CEO and Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism.
I am the CEO and Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. This business has grown from a local coaching program into an internationally recognized brand for education, coaching, resources, fitness programs and a certification program for coaching professionals, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism.
I have coached a multitude of professional athletes, across many sports and fitness disciplines. I believe that “athleticism does not end when motherhood begins,” and that we need more support for female athletes and improved education for the coaching professionals who support them through these seasons.
My Master’s Degree is in Coaching and Athletic Administration and my Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. I am certified through the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). I have completed multiple continuing education courses and mentorships in the women’s health and strength and conditioning realm. I love to lift, hike and train + compete in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Brianna Battles - MS, CSCS
I am a strength and conditioning coach, entrepreneur and thought leader in the pre and postnatal and greater fitness industry. I specialize in coaching pregnant + postpartum athletes, and teaching coaches + practitioners how to do the same.
With over a decade of experience coaching pregnant and postpartum athletes, and 20 years of coaching female athletes at a variety of levels, I offer expert insights on the psychology, physiology and performance demands of female athletes across a lifetime of athleticism. I am passionate about supporting and educating athletes, coaches & practitioners through evidence-based curriculum, programming, improved coaching practices and business implementation.
Professional Summary
- Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration
- Concordia University, Irvine 2013
- Bachelor’s Degree, Kinesiology
- Cal State University, Northridge 2008
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- (CSCS) since 2008
Education & Certifications
Founder & Lead Coach | 2014-Present
- Developed specialized training programs for pregnant and postpartum athletes to safely navigate the physical changes experienced during these seasons.
- Coached multiple professional athletes (Olympians, MMA, CrossFit, Triathletes, etc) through pregnancy and their return to performance postpartum.
- Created and coached a women’s strength and conditioning program and a postpartum series in my local community for 6 years.
- Collaborated with multiple colleagues in the medical and practitioner community to create continuity of care.
- Created multiple online courses and coaching programs
- Jiu Jitsu during Pregnancy + Postpartum (BJJ Fanatics partnership)
Educator & Mentor | 2017-Present
- Created an online certification program that educates coaches and practitioners on how to safely train female athletes during and after pregnancy.
- Certified over 5,000 coaches in 60+ countries, improving the support system for female athletes in various sports.
- Partnered with EXOS, Pelvic Guru (CEU’s for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, etc) and multiple fitness organizations for CEU’s.
Coaching Experience
- 2014-Present | Owner of Everyday Battles LLC, Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism
- 2013-2020 | Small Group Coaching + Personal Training
- 2011-2014 | Corporate Wellness Coordinator @ ElectroRent
- 2010-2014 | Division 1 Assistant Water Polo Coach @ CSUN
- 2008-2011 | Wellness Coordinator & Exercise Specialist @ AMGEN
- 2008 | Personal Trainer @ Fitness Concepts
- 2007 - 2008 | Strength and Conditioning Internship @ CSUN
Work Experience
- Coach to Pro Athletes + TeamsCertified ~5,000 coaches & practitioners in 62+ countries
- Host of The Practice Brave Podcast, 300K downloads
- Speaker, and seminar + workshop host
- Coaching & Mentorship - Pregnancy & Postpartum Athletes & Coaches
- Research & Publications on Maternal Health & Fitness
- Special Interest in Women’s Combat Sports (MMA)
- B2C & B2B Online Product Development
- Program Design & Curriculum Development
- Community Building & Small Business start up for women
Qualifications
- The Pregnant & Postpartum Athlete Seminar Series | 2015-2023
- EXOS (online) | 2023
- Recovery and Sleep Summit | 2022-2024
- Art of Coaching: Co-Presenter | 2023
- CrossFit Games Health Panel | 2021
- Kansas State Presentation to Kinesiology Students | 2021
- CSM (Combined Sections Meeting) for Physical Therapists | 2016
- "The Advanced Sports Performance Development Program for Elite Athletes through the Sports Authority of Thailand | 2016
- NSCA State Conference | 2016
Speaking Experience
- Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt
- Division 1 Student Athlete (water polo)
- Triathlon competitor (Half Ironman)
- 40 under 40 Conejo Valley Business Owners
- Changed hospital policy @ Los Robles Hospital, Thousand Oaks
- Teachable 1mil in sales award
- Mom of 2 boys
Personal Accomplishments
- Maximizing Recovery in the Postpartum Period: A Timeline for Rehabilitation from Pregnancy through Return to Sport
- IJSPT | 2022
- In collaboration with Selman R, Early K, Seidenburg M, Wendel E, Westerlund S
- Conducted multiple case studies in preparation for future research
Research & Publications
