How Exercises are Helpful during Pregnancy?

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4 posts on this thread and the last post was on May 17th, 2013 8:42 AM by Fortisfertility

pregnancyguide - July 4th, 2012 1:08 AM

What are the safe exercises during pregnancy? Swimming, low impact aerobics, brisk walking and indoor cycling are the safe exercises as the risk of getting injured is low. Apart from these, all those pregnancy exercises are safe which are moderate or mild enough to be performed. Hard exercises must be avoided as they may cause rupture of the uterus membrane or abruption of placenta.

Phillip88 - July 24th, 2012 9:07 AM

Exercise does miracles during pregnancy. It increases mood, progresses sleep, and reduces pregnancy pains and pains. It also prepares you for childbirth by strengthening muscles and building resolution, and makes it much easier to get back in shape after your baby's born.

MauBell - November 1st, 2012 12:54 AM

You can do light to moderate exercise routines during pregnancy, but you should ask your OB-Gyne to be on the safe side. You should also think about the welfare of your baby too.

emersonkelly - November 1st, 2012 5:17 AM

Exercise during pregnancy keeps the body healthy and active.......it makes you to sleep better, feel comfortable even when you get aches and pains, boosts your energy and helps you to recover soon after giving birth to child!!

Fortisfertility - May 17th, 2013 8:42 AM

Hi,

Exercise does wonders during pregnancy. It boosts mood, improves sleep, and reduces pregnancy aches and pains. It helps prevent and treat gestational diabetes and may keep preeclampsia at bay. It prepares you for childbirth by strengthening muscles and building endurance, and makes it much easier to get back in shape after your baby's born.
Before you begin exercising, remember that it is important to talk to your health care provider. If you are already exercising, you may be able to keep up with your routine and adapt it as you grow. Keep your heart rate under 140 beats per minute and avoid overheating, especially in your first trimester. Exercise and pregnancy usually work well together.