Women that exercise during pregnancy are more apt to retain a healthy body weight and avoid excess fat storage. They have improved sleep quality and complain less about neck and back pain. They tend report less stress response and body-image issues.
Women that exercise during pregnancy usually experience less intensive labor and fewer complications. They tend to have a quicker post partum recovery. Women that exercise during pregnancy have fewer cesarean deliveries and have less prenatal issues like preeclampsia and gestational diabetes.
Always check with your obstetrician before starting a new exercise program during your pregnancy!
Stay hydrated: The Institute of Medicine recommends that pregnant women drink about ten 8-ounce cups of water or other healthy beverages each day.
Caution: Stop exercising immediately if you experience extreme fatigue, vaginal bledding, chest pain, muscle weakness, dizziness, headache, amniotic fluid leakage or decreased fetal movements.
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