Exercising Whilst Pregnant

Staying fit and healthy during pregnancy is essential to all mum’s-to-be. Whilst we used to believe pregnancy was time to put our feet up and relax, we now know that an active lifestyle assists both the mother and baby’s wellbeing. 

Pregnancy is the most exciting time, but it can also be quite stressful – emotionally and physically. Exercise can assist in make sure you stay as physically fit as possible, produces all the right hormones to help you feel better in yourself, assists in making good food choices and aids better sleep. 

All pregnant women will see their bodies change considerably in a very quick time. Completing suitable exercise for your trimester helps your body cope with the changes. I’m able to offer you a tailored solution to your aims – making exercising an enjoyable experience that you will enjoy as part of your routine. 

Recent studies have shown that benefits of mum’s-to-be staying fit during pregnancy have long-term benefits to their children. 

Following the birth, it’s well-known that women who stayed fit and active during pregnancy are able to get back into shape far quicker. 

 

• Benefits of prenatal (pregnancy) exercise include:

• Improved circulation

• Enhanced muscular balance (relieving backaches, general muscle and joint soreness as a result of postural changes)

• Less Swelling

• Reduced leg cramps

• Strengthened abdominal muscles

• Eased postpartum recovery

• Reduced maternal weight gain and fat accumulation

• Reduction in perceived pain during labour

• Tendency to have easier, shorter and less complicated labours