Research suggests that prenatal exercise may even lower your risk of gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. If you already have gestational diabetes, exercise can help you manage the condition and prevent additional complications.
Becoming pregnant can motivate women to make healthy lifestyle changes, including sticking with an exercise program. Both mother and baby can reap the rewards from getting regular physical activity.
Pregnant women who are highly active or already do vigorous-intensity aerobic activity can continue to exercise during and after their pregnancy, as long as they remain healthy and discuss with their doctor how and when the amount of physical activity should be adjusted over time, the guidelines suggest.
Every pregnant woman should consult with her health care provider before beginning an exercise program. Your health care provider can give you personal exercise guidelines, based on your medical history.
The safest and most productive activities are swimming, brisk walking, indoor stationary cycling, prenatal yoga and low-impact aerobics (taught by a certified aerobics instructor). These activities carry little risk of injury, benefit your entire body, and can be continued until birth.
Other activities such as jogging can be done in moderation. You might want to choose exercises or activities that do not require great balance or coordination, especially later in pregnancy.
Warning:
-If you have a pregnancy that is at risk, please ask your doctor if this workout is safe for you.
-If you are experiencing Braxton Hicks (contractions) or bleeding ease off and ask your doctor for suggestions.
This workout is meant for the average pregnancy. Athletes may find this workout too easy, and should continue following their regular regiment.
Keep in mind this is not meant for losing weight, but rather staying flexible and strong. This workout is to keep you healthy and ready to enjoy your new bundle of joy!
Drink a lot of water, eat a variety of fresh local organic fruit and vegetables and lean meats. Stay away from processed foods as often as possible. Stay strong and flexible. Get rest when necessary. Stay away from stressful situation by meditating or refocusing on positive things.
About video: This includes stretches, low impact exercises using mainly the Swiss ball for comfort and small weights (strength and endurance) type training.
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