Physical activity is very important for everyone, especially women who are pregnant. Sitting dull and idol without being active during pregnancy, can be harmful to you and to your baby’s health. Exercising during pregnancy can boost your energy, improve your mood and even alleviate some of the aches and pains of pregnancy, including backaches, constipation and swelling. And can help you to have a more comfortable pregnancy.
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Talk to your doctor and take suggestions about the types of exercise to do at every stage of pregnancy and to feel more active. You can start with moderate-intensity physical activities as long as you do not have any medical issue.
1. Walk now and then
Morning walks are considered to be always good for health. Also It is advisable to go for a walk after your meals. Try not to sit continuously at one point. Take the dog for extra walk if you have one.
2. Climb the stairs instead of getting into the lift
Climbing stairs is a great activity for toning your leg and stomach muscles. Make use of lift after walking some steps, If you're on a very high floor.
3. Exercise your arms with everyday activities
Prepare your arm muscles strong, So that you won’t feel tired when your baby arrives. Though lifting heavy weight is not allowed during pregnancy, you can go for lifting light weights. When picking up things like shopping bags, bend at knees, keep your tummy muscles held in and back straight.
4. Water Aerobics
Water aerobics provide the same workout for your heart and body as normal exercises, without any risk involved. Keeping your stomach muscles strong and preventing spider veins on legs. Working out in the water keeps you cool and minimizes the risk of overheating.
5. Physical exercise for full body
If you’re healthy and have the go-ahead from your physician, it’s safe to continue doing most types of exercise with your doctor’s advice. Avoid doing exercises where risk involved is high like horseback riding and contact sports. Recommended exercise by trimester
First trimester: Pilates, yoga, walking, swimming, running, weight training, biking
Second trimester: walking, yoga, swimming, running
Third trimester: walking, jogging, aqua sports, low-impact, toning
There are many benefits to exercising while pregnant. Staying active during pregnancy can,
1. Ease common pregnancy-related problems like backache, posture issues and constipation
2. Increase the supply of oxygen in you and your child
3. Help you handle the strain of giving birth
4. Return you to your pre-pregnancy figure faster and easier
5. Strengthen your cardiovascular system, making you feel fitter and more resilient
6. Prevent stretch marks, blood clots and varicose veins
7. Improve the quality of your sleep
8. Enhance your general sense of well-being and help against mood swings and stress
9. Reduce your risk of gestational diabetes
With a doctor’s consent, mothers should exercise to improve health and feel better during pregnancy. We at womb talk are always happy to help you to grow you and your baby healthy. Visit Us @www.wombtalk.com. You can also contact us at +91 9850037636.
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