It wasn't long ago that women were afraid to exercise during their pregnancy, out of fear of hurting their unborn child. Now it's not only acceptable, it's encouraged by doctors and health professionals.
- Easier Labour due to stronger muscles, increased pain tolerance and stamina
- Less weight gain
- Sleep better at night
- Reduces stretch marks
- Improves breathing
- Feel better in general during your pregnancy
- Recouperate faster after delivery
- Helps reduce emotional distress and depression
- Improves posture for fewer aches and pains
- Improves maternal immune functioning. This helps after the baby is born, through breast feeding.
The first thing to do before starting a prenatal fitness program is to talk to your family doctor/obstetrician for advice and guidance.
Even better, get medically supervised workouts in the comfort off your own home. A fabulous company I'm affiliated with, Maternal Fitness Rx provides constant support from their trainers, kinesiologists and medical staff including Dr. Jon Barrett. Dr. Barrett is an internationally recognized physician for multiple births and high risk pregnancies.
Stay in shape for the full duration of your pregnancy for these wonderful health benefits and continue your fitness journey after the birth of your new baby.
Work It Mamma!
3 comments:
If possible, a women should start exercise well before pregnancy. in some cultures a women prepares for birth 3 years in advance through nutrition, exercise and more. THis produces a very low unatrual birth rate.
Indeed! Any woman planning her pregnancy should prepare well in advance with a healthy lifestyle and exercise.
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